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Police working hard to uncover details behind death of Jo Sione-Lauaki
An investigation into the unexplained death of the Dargaville woman is continuing.
Homicide investigation launched after Northland death
A person has been charged with murder following the death of a man in Waimamaku.
More than 50% of NZ schools to implement enrolment zones
Education Ministry briefing shows it expects to add 61 new zones by 2025.
Mangawhai Surf Club signs agreement with council to fix major slip
Funds have been found and repair work could begin in October.
News briefs from the Far North - Kaitāia book launch, council on the move and emergency services' plea
News snippets from the Far North.
‘I didn’t hurt my wife’: Husband denies ‘rumours’ at wake for mum found dead on beach
"Because I’m Black Power, they instantly think, ‘Oh, he’s done that'."
Police release new CCTV images in Northland arson homicide case
'We believe this person may be able to assist us with our inquiries.'
Bay of Islands cruise season to pump $25m into economy to delight of businesses
130,000 cruise ship passengers welcomed to Bay of Islands this season.
Relocation company apologises after house slides off trailer and blocks Northland Rd
Kaiwaka road closed for eight hours after house slips from trailer.
Kaipara District Council votes to disestablish Māori ward
Mayor Craig Jepson said he was elated at the decision.
'Paedophile at heart': 58yo's self-description after being caught abusing child
Victim's mother told Anthony Smith 'you destroyed my girl, you’re disgusting'.
'Violent and aggressive behaviour': Northland retailers face challenging times
Retail crime is increasing in Northland - so what are police doing about it?
'I want answers': Family of mum found dead on beach desperate for information on eve of tangi
Police believed to be looking for man seen with Jo Sione-Lauaki in lead-up to her death.
'Smash a highway through it': Northland residents want voices heard on Brynderwyns bypass
Northlanders fear NZTA routes bypassing the Brynderwyns will cut through their community.
Foul play suspected in Northland beach death
Jo Sione-Lauaki was found dead on a remote Northland beach on Friday, after failing to return home on Thursday night. Video / Cameron Pitney / NZ Herald
Māori leader calls for Kaipara mayor’s resignation over Māori ward move
Dame Naida Glavish says push to scrap Māori ward is unacceptable.
Nature-loving family design home nestled among native forest
Architectural designer Brett Hulley designed his home with their lifestyle in mind.
Police believe Joanna Mai Sione-Lauaki was the victim of foul play
The family of Dargaville mother of eight Joanna Mai Sione-Lauaki say police told them they believe she was the victim of foul play. Video / Corey Fleming
News briefs from the Far North - Fuel study in pipeline, ute seized after death
News snippets from the Far North.
'We trusted you:' Woman stole from Rebel Sport and friend who gave her a job
Skye Renes got rid of some stolen items after being tipped off by police connections.
'It's like she just disappeared': Family of Jo Sione-Lauaki say police suspect foul play
Police have asked for sightings of a Mitsubishi Outlander near Omamari Beach.
Northland family have nightmares after Noel Leeming armed robbery
A man has described the terror of having a gun fired over his head.
Police investigating unexplained death in Ruakākā
Ruakākā body the second unexplained death in Northland in days.
Cause of 'zombie fish' snapper illness still unknown
Tests are now being run in sick snapper for high levels of aluminium.
'There's more choice': Barrier Air begins flights between Kerikeri and Auckland
Barrier Air kicked off flights between Kerikeri and Auckland on Sunday.
Watch: Luxon announces overhaul of Education Review Office to lift achievement
More than 200 people also gathered on Parliament's lawns today to protest s7AA repeal.
Kaitāia water tank scheme for Te HIku homes looking for new apprentices after 100th tank installed
100th water tank installed at Te HIku home by Far North initiative.
Northland councils blind to economic benefits of Northport expansion proposal, port company argues
Port challenges councils’ findings on cultural values.
Far North teen allegedly used red and blue lights to stop women motorists
Teen arrested for impersonating police by using red and blue flashing lights.
Police appeal for sightings of Dargaville mum's car amid death investigation
A black Mitsubishi Outlander found in the car park at Omamari Beach is now the focus.
'A nightmare': Vacancies leave schools scrambling to fill roles
Principals say it's due to a lack of support from Government for the sector
'Distressing': Staff member assaulted in armed robbery
Paramedics checked the staff member at the scene, who was not seriously injured.
Family still in dark over mum's mystery death
Grieving whānau expect 600 people for Dargaville mum Jo Sione-Lauaki's tangi.