Northland news in brief: Pink Ribbon morning tea; more rain, wind on way and Sistema to turn 10
News snippets from Northland.
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Weather: More rain to fall on already saturated soils
Enjoy the brief break of fine weather. It's about to end.
Woman appears in court after two children found dead in Ruakākā
Woman appears in court in relation to the death of children in Ruakākā.
'Truly overwhelmed by love': Karnin Petera's family issue heartfelt thanks
The teen's whānau wrote a long list of thank-yous, which included the boy's school.
Northland police on what is killing people on region’s roads
Police plan to ramp up breath testing and crackdown on speeding in rural areas.
Family friend saw 'lovely kids' day before Ruakākā deaths
A friend said nothing appeared out of the ordinary when he saw the kids on Sunday morning.
Hokianga residents take a stand against sewage plant plans saying they want their harbour water to be clean
Hearings into renewal of Kohukohu, Ōpononi treatment plant consents to last all this week.
Police charge woman in connection with double homicide in Ruakākā
Police are questioning one person in relation to a double homicide in Ruakākā.
Woman, 25, charged with murder after deaths of two children in Ruakākā
The woman will be appearing in court today.
Noisy roosters and horse deposits: Years of animal complaints in Far North prompt new bylaw
Animal complaints and problems in the Far North have gone unresolved after a bylaw lapsed.
'Forever chemicals': Kaipara waste-to-energy plant plans slated as bad for environment
Kaipara's plans for waste-to-energy plant a bad idea, say environmentalists.
News in briefs from Northland - fatal crash; Hospice week and support for parents
News snippets from Northland.
Last two meetings about extending Kensington rescue heli base lease coming up
Whangārei council to hold last two meetings over rescue chopper base in Kensington.
Country rock fest returns to Bay of Islands
Last weekend’s festival was the 33rd organised by country music veteran Shirley May.
Kevin Page: Being a model citizen comes with its drawbacks
Posing for a photographer causes issues for columnist Kevin Page.
Explosive and dynamic: Theatre company thrilled to bring coming-of-age show to the North
A punk-style theatre production will be performed in Whangārei and Kerikeri soon.
Dramatic rescue as chopper plucks elderly patient from boat 240km out at sea
Northland’s Sikorsky choppers are the only ones with a big enough range for ocean rescues.
Community devastated as police open double homicide inquiry
A small Northland community is reeling tonight after two young children were found dead.
Corrections 'failings' before suicide of young father uncovered
Issac Tuatai may still be alive if not for 'failings' by Corrections around jail release.
Kids' deaths treated as double homicide
Police are investigating the deaths of two children, believed to be aged 1 and 4.
Analysis: Climate disasters hurt some NZ businesses more than others
Weather disaster analysis raises need for needs-based recovery packages, not blanket ones.
Road Safety Week 2023: Northland heroes doing their part
Northlanders urged to be 'Road Safety Heroes' for Road Safety Week.
'Shock to the community': Two children dead at Northland home
Double homicide in Ruakākā, Northland, being investigated by police
Make the most of the fine days, sub-tropical low tracks towards country again
The tropical storm is expected to bring more rain and strong gales for the North Island.
Candles blamed for blaze that destroyed Far North home
Fire chief's warning: Make sure candles are secure and far from anything combustible.
Northland legal fraternity mourns death of respected lawyer Wiremu Puriri
Northland lawyer Wiremu Puriri dies after a long battle with cancer.
Ill-discipline cost Moerewa heavily in Northland prems rugby
Mid Northern chalk up a big score at home in premier rugby
Shane Reti: Government's Winter Plan a good idea, but falls short
Labour’s Winter Health Plan has serious shortcomings, writes Shane Reti.
Category 1 Historic Place status wanted for Kawakawa’s Hundertwasser toilet block
Iconic toilet block has contributed to transformation of Kawakawa since opening in 1999.
Mum's surprise at visit from Kiwi rally great
A Whangārei mother got a start when Hayden Paddon called in with gifts.
Action from the International Rally of Whangārei in pictures
Hayden Paddon takes out eighth International Rally of Whangārei.
'Would they run out of Viagra?' Pharmac slammed for huge shortage of HRT
Northland women going through menopause are starting to suffer due to an HRT shortage.
Northland news in brief: Motorcyclist seriously injured; Hokianga wastewater hearing
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Heavy rain and severe gales due to lash parts of country this week
Both islands are in for a mixed bag of weather conditions this week.