Whangārei teen Mairina Dunn's brutal killer Nathan Fenton up for parole
Man who killed Whangārei teen Mairina Dunn in 2006 up for parole
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Diagnosed with cancer on July 4 and died on September 13 without receiving any treatment.
Northland’s tropical oasis a labour of love
People travel from as far as Gisborne and Napier to buy the gourmet fruit.
Cruel home loss for Taniwha in Bunnings NPC match against Bay of Plenty
The Taniwha have suffered another close defeat after the Steamers scored a late try.
FNDC moves toward stricter measures to curb 'out-of-control' cat population
But one councillor thinks council has set itself up to fail given the difficulties.
Just in time for the weekend - Northland gets heavy rain watch
Keep eye on weather forecast with heavy rain likely for Northland.
Dog Tax confrontation in the Hokianga told in new play
The playwright's ancestors were deeply involved in the conflict.
'The worst is yet to come': Fears Northland's dominant drowning toll set to continue
Water safety top boss fears worst yet to come amid appalling Northland death figures.
Everyone welcome: Rongoā Maori practitioner says all should try holistic healing 'at least once'
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Strawberry grower facing shortage of plants turns to vege production
A strawberry grower says fruit's prices will increase.
Unwell passenger evacuated from cruise ship 120km off Northland coast
The ship was 120km offshore when the passenger needed to be airlifted to hospital.
Man fined more than $33,000 after dozens of tyres burned on Kaiwaka property
The burned area contained steel belts and the remains of over 100 tyres.
Whangārei band Basement give concert money to charity after friend's brain injury
The young musicians felt it was a worthy cause.
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How a gifted pair of boots can make a difference: Call for more sporting donations
The small gesture of donating sports kit can make a big difference for someone.
The most-searched New Zealand place name pronunciations
Google data from the year to August shows the most-searched-for pronunciations.
History-making hometown showdown for boxing greats Mea Motu and Lani Daniels
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'Do the right thing': Man stabbed 17 times, sister issues plea
Offenders still on the loose while man lies in hospital covered in bandages.
Aotearoa Social Workers' Day: Chef swaps the kitchen for life as a social worker
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Woman refuses to reveal location of dogs ordered to be destroyed after vicious attack
A dog required surgery after being attacked by three other dogs.
Big increase in kiwi being killed by dogs
Since 2022, just under 90 kiwi deaths have been reported across Northland.
North Shore venue hopes to attract Northlanders to Juicy Fest
Festival organisers remind Northlanders that they never said they wouldn't return.
Busy Highway now reopened after power line snap forced road closure
Temporary road closure and delays on State Highway 14 have now been lifted.
End of an era for iconic flats once saved but now to be demolished
The boarded up Almond Court flats have been an iconic landmark in Whangārei for years.
Seal pups most likely died from starvation, conservationists say
DoC says now is a hard time for juvenile seals as they try to make it on their own.
70-year-old Wildlife Act to be replaced, calls for politics to be put aside
The current Wildlife Act is 70 years old and outdated, the DoC says.
Work of conservationists Robert and Robyn Webb immortalised in bronze
A memorable moment for conservation as a new sculpture honours conservationist duo.
Sunny Sunday brings hundreds out for Run/Walk Festival
It was a beautiful day for the event.
Weather: Damaging, strong winds to smash much of country this weekend
The weekend wind may cause damage to trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.
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Unwanted dogs could become drug sniffing superstars
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Reports of stabbing during Ruakākā break-in
Police say initial inquiries suggest those involved are known to one another.
Police officer pleads not guilty to sponge-launcher assault
The charge is related to an incident that took place in January this year.