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Mangawhai residents are rallying to help one another after the tornado.
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Woman asleep in bed sucked out of home, thrown by force of Mangawhai tornado
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Fast-track legislation stirs up opponents of Northland sand mining plan
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‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders
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Road to justice: High-profile trials set for 2025 at Whangārei courts
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Cracking success for Northland peanut trials
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Northland farmers see golden tourism opportunity
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Shootings, fires, and more: Alarming rise in cruel acts against protected birds
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Police make Whangārei robberies arrest after spotting suspect vehicle
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‘It’s pretty s***ty’: Warriors star calls for return of stolen boots
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The man was king hit and then repeatedly punched and kicked as he lay on the ground.
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Hokianga club of James Fisher-Harris wants his stolen boots and other taonga back
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Far North’s Maitai Bay home to free snorkel day
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'It latched on to my hip': Northland mum mauled by dog in children's playground
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‘No hesitation’: Community backs mother’s urgent cancer journey
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Fledgling cruise ship destination Whangārei welcomes 658 passengers
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Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Centre hailed a success after first six months
Around 9000 a month using Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Centre.
Staff member assaulted during petrol station robbery in Whangārei
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Supermarket ‘grab-and-run’: Woman fears shopping alone after carpark attack
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Police speak to family of young baby with head injuries
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'He knew I was scared': Man allegedly raped teen after locking her in car
Tairone Walker denies being with the girl, saying he instead spent the night at home.
Live weather updates: Motorists urged to take care amid wild weather
The heavy rain warning for Northland is expected to finish by 2pm.
Heavy rain, severe gusts to hit Auckland during rush hour
Strong winds hit Auckland, with gusts reaching 93km/h on the harbour bridge.