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September police shooting: man who tried to take officers lives sentenced
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Fire restrictions across NZ: Northland 'near extreme' danger
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'Wandering with Ancestors' road tour relaunched
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Continued name suppression declined by court
Alleged cop shooter in Northland deny charges and elect trial by jury.
Man accused of shooting at police named, pleads not guilty
Man who allegedly shot at Northland police remanded in custody.
Restricted fire season imposed across Northland
From today anybody wanting to light a fire outside in Northland may need a permit
Four Northland players named in the Blues' squad
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Rental property built in the 1940s deemed unsuitable
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Trouble in paradise: David and Goliath battle over 1000 new homes
Kaipara District Council recommends approving the plan despite local opposition.
Tit for tat battle in the Mitre 10 Cup Championship final
Plenty of drama in high-scoring game between Northland and Hawke's Bay.
Former Cambridge blue stars back the Taniwha
Believe in themselves and play your natural game, says former Northland players.
Excitement building for the crowning match
Sam Nock is a notable omission in a largely predictable Northland team.
Wharf charity decries decision to reject consents
Govt funding of $600,000 for the Mangawhai wharf project has been lost due to the ruling.
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Taniwha looking strong ahead of final
Northland cause a boil over in Dunedin by stunning Otago in the semi final.
Fourth man sentenced to home detention in underage sex case
Victim's former partner, who allegedly arranged liaisons, awaiting trial on 20 charges.
Northland driver was four times over alcohol limit when he killed pregnant woman
Moerewa man admits drink driving causing death of teen in the town
Man who allegedly shot at police appears in court
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Ngāpuhi leader Rudy Taylor dies
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Arsenic, zinc and lead found at Puriri Park Rd development site
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