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Two similar fatal crashes in two-and-a-half hours
The crashes, both in the Whangārei district, occurred under similar circumstances.

Roaming dogs blamed for 10 cat disappearances in Northland
Residents believe around 10 cats have been victims of roaming dogs in Pataua South.

PM Hipkins to deliver special message to Harawira from Ardern
Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern had a special relationship with Titewhai Harawira.

Whangārei dad's fears for son after service station targeted - again
The robbery is the newest in a string of recent youth crimes.

Wild weather: Auckland Harbour Bridge warning issued to motorists
'The safety of road users is our top priority': Waka Kotahi

Auckland in firing line of thunderstorms, gales, rain heading into Anniversary weekend
Flood-threatening subtropical downpours and thunderstorms forecast to hammer some areas.

Driver may have been in crashed car for hours before she was found
SH10 closed between Puketona and Pakaraka while police investigated the crash.

Bay News: Sailing week under way; return of swallows and art for a cause
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds with Sandy Myhre.

Northland news in brief: Heavy rain warning; and rāhui after river death
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.

Speeding boaties and lack of lifejackets still a problem in Northland
Regional harbourmaster on continuous flouting of bylaws by boaties.

Two dead in separate crashes in Northland
The two-car crash, about 30km south of Whangarei, was reported to police about 5.40pm.

Serious crash in Ruakaka, road closed
One Tree Point Rd is closed and diversions are in place.

24hr deluge: Rain, thunderstorms to start long Auckland Anniversary weekend
The wet conditions are expected to last most of the weekend.

Titewhai Harawira, a lifelong battler for Māori rights, dies aged 90
Lifelong battler for Māori rights to return home to Northland for burial.

Your Local MP: Emily Henderson points to tough challenges ahead
‘New Year, new start’ got a whole new meaning this year, writes Dr Emily Henderson.

'Ecstatic' volunteers at the Quarry Gardens as it reaches five stars
Whangārei Quarry Gardens one step away from achieving the highest star rating

News briefs from Northland: Popular Touch a Truck returns; and home invasion investigated
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.

Swiss forestry firm pays $7 milion for Paparoa farm
The 450-hectare beef and dairy farm was sold for $7.14 million.

Northland news in brief: Celebrating Chris Leitch; and Wāhine exhibition on show
News snippets from across Northland and surrounds.

Gabriel's back! Northland’s favourite locomotive set to return this weekend
Huge cost of new boiler meant even Gabriel’s biggest fans feared it would never run again.

Bayleys Magic of Summer photo competition winners crowned
The Advocate received a mass of impressive entries each showcasing summer in all its glory

'A proper tumble' Five-hour-old kiwi found on roadside
The very recently hatched kiwi chick was found wet, cold and covered in eggy remnants.

All the fun of the Extravaganza Fair in Whangārei
Plenty of fun at the Extravaganza Fair in Whangārei

Northland Weavers’ quest to reclaim lost Māori sail-making knowledge
100 years earlier Te Rangi Hīroa set a challenge to recreate an ancient Māori sail.

News briefs from Northland: Child trapped in giant bronze sea shell and SH10 delays this week
News snippets from Northland

It's official: Boxing world title fight for Northland's Lani Daniels
Pipiwai heavyweight boxer Lani Daniels may get twin world title shot

Polio vaccine still important despite no cases here for 45 years - Shane Reti
Shane Reti says routine vaccinations remain important, with Polio rates particularly low

People don't go for a drive anymore: Homeowners tighten their belts as rates rise
Northland homeowners are having to rein in their lifestyles

After long battle with neck cancer Whangārei,-based Social Credit leader Chris Leitch dies
He campaigned tirelessly till the end.