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The family says "a long and uncertain road" lies ahead for Rob Ludlow.
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Overnight burglary at Countdown, no arrests yet
Inquiries are ongoing, a police spokesperson said.
Comfort food on the menu to raise vital funds for cyclone-devastated areas
Northland restaurants are cooking up a storm for cyclone relief on March 20.
‘At their wits’ end’: Art show highlights families’ struggle with meth
Exhibition aims to raise awareness and explore answers to region’s meth epidemic.
Retiring JP calls on young people to become JPs
High number of traffic offences still bugs recently retired JP.
David Grindle: Govt-inflicted costs squeezing employers
Comment: The employment-related costs of doing business have increased significantly.
Claim of unjustified dismissal against Corrections
The Department of Corrections employee was terminated after refusing Covid-19 vaccination.
'Everyone will be counted': Census forms go to door-to-door
Extension granted for top of Far North due to after-effects of Cyclone Gabrielle.
Whangārei’s new all-weather athletics track gets soggy test, but ready for racing
Whangārei athletics track recently repaired after over a decade of use.
'Poorly planned and executed': Police unjustified in using firearm, taser in busy car park
The arrest attempt was 'poorly planned and executed', the IPCA said.
Taniwha loose forward called up for Moana Pasifika
Waipū premier rugby skipper Jonah Mau'u has been selected for Moana Pasifika.
Kaipara residents forced to travel as town continues to go without a dentist
The only dental clinic in Dargaville closed more than a year ago.
Northland parents gather to celebrate Multiple Birth Awareness Week 2023
Twins come with challenges such as sleep deprivation and financial struggles.
A family's pain: Their father passed then the cyclone came
The cyclone further fuelled a whānau's grief as they mourned the loss of 'chief'.
'The rubber band will only stretch so far': Burnt out teachers set to strike
Pat Newman says teachers and principals need proactive action by the Ministry of Education
Large parts of Far North still without census papers a week after Census 2023 date
People in Doubtless Bay, Kaitāia, Ahipara say they’re still in the dark about Census 2023.
Whangārei team clinches Waitangi Mountain Bike Park’s first major event
Competitors pitted against the clock in challenging eight-hour mountain bike relay race.
'We're still in shock': Retired couple's life-changing Lotto win
The woman was on the edge of her seat as each number began to line up on their ticket.
'No need to fear us': Ngāpuhi parents challenge anti-co-governance roadshow
The host of the presentations has been accused of racism by some opponents.
Family escapes as fire destroys home in Ōtāngarei
Cause uncertain, but child playing with cigarette lighter a possibility.
Northland boxer Lani Daniels wins to set up IBF title fight
Heavyweight claims ANBF Australasian title in victory over Sequita Hemingway.
Whangārei teen flying high after winning multiple titles at Model Flying NZ Nationals
His love affair with model planes started when he was young.
Northland councils speak out in New Zealand’s local government review
“We need to give councils the power to make the right decisions for our mokopuna.”
Habitat for Humanity opens community housing project in 'our flashest town'
The need for housing has soared due to factors like skyrocketing property prices.
Third time's the charm: Masters cross country champ claims another victory
World cross-country title for Whangārei runner as he prepares to race in Poland.
Northland news in brief: Alleged tomahawk robbery; and Lucky Lotto player
Snippets of news from around the region.
‘We’re over the moon’: Fritter fest makes welcome return after three-year absence
Whangārei event combines music, postive vibes and good kai — especially fritters.
Third time lucky: Record crowd as Waterfront Festival returns to Mangōnui
More than 7000 people packed the Doubtless Bay town to celebrate event’s 10th anniversary.
Cyclone refugees: Couple to live in caravan for a year, others to rebuild from the ground up
Reality is sinking in for the thousands who lost homes and businesses in the disaster.
'It’s devastating': Couple scammed into paying bond for property that wasn't for rent
The family lost $3,600 to the fraud, and is living separately while trying to find a home
Wild cats and legal fights: Lion park's tumultuous history
Down memory lane. Key events at the lion park over the last two decades
Wildlife park operator tells all about its troubles and the future
The operator of big-cat park speaks about liquidation and the way forward.
Musical instruments to soothe the soul
The melodeon was played in the trenches of the First World War to boost morale.
Brent Eastwood: Massive thank you to Top Energy for the generous support
It’s always nice when those sponsors are local ones.