'You thought you could hoodwink a jury': Man jailed for $24m cannabis operation
The man claimed they were growing blueberries and he had no idea.
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Concerns raised about school's board after staff exodus
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'Quite a lot of excitement': Northlanders marvel at rare super blue moon
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Floating cafe and office built in Whangarei heads via sea to Waiheke Island's first marina
Waiheke Island's new marina cafe and office was spotted in Whangarei harbour.
'A teacher is a teacher': ECE rep demands fair pay
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A bit of a rarity these days: Sport Northland chief executive moves on after 25 years in the role
Brent Eastwood is looking forward to his new role after 25 years as Sport Northland's CEO.
24 hours of personal training a worthwhile challenge for gym owner
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'Little I can do': Lack of mental health resources slammed by Judge
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Jonah Lomu's 'niece' loses last chance to appeal sentences for importing meth
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Grandmother cleared of hockey stick assaults on estranged grandchildren
While acquitted on the most serious charges, she was guilty of hitting them with spoons.
Expect delays after diesel spill causes partial road blocks in Whangārei
Rural road blocks in place after diesel spill.
Tropically-charged storm to usher in spring, days of rain and wind for top of NZ
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Judges impressed by 'stunning' quality of Science Fair entries
Students received recognition for their work in the form of high praise and awards.
Strangers tried to save motorcyclist killed in Whangārei crash
The crash happened at the intersection of Sands Rd and Ngunguru Rd.
High needs students suffering under 'negligent' support model
Principals say the current In Class Support model has reached crisis level.
Samoa Rugby World Cup hopes propped up by Kaitāia's Jordan and James Lay
Kaitāia brothers James and Jordan Lay at second RWC with Samoa
Huge win for safety: Speed camera data shows signage is slowing motorists down
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'I lost my moral compass': Mexican cartel cocaine kingpin jailed
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Officers nab alleged offender behind several Kamo burglaries
The person thought to be behind the spate of thefts was arrested today.
'He's lost everything': Elderly man lives in toolshed after house burns down
The fire broke out on Friday and stripped Arnold Kalnins of everything he owned.
Tiny boatshed attracts big attention
Interest in the 24sq m property has been off the scale.
Family of thrill-seeking soldier pay tribute a year on
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Tributes paid for conservation 'legend' who proved 'extinct' bird had survived
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Mayor and strangers rally to help 80yo man whose home was destroyed in blaze
Online fundraising effort for elderly man whose home burned down.
Motu and Daniels want next fights in their hometown Whangārei
Northland fighters preparing for their next encounters.
Storm damage repairs at Cape Rēinga to take 4-6 weeks
Access to Cape Rēinga is restricted while storm repair work is done.
Customer trespassed after concerns car dealer painted over severe rust
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Iwi leader says Kaitāia Airport future assured for at least 35 years
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Loopholes in vape regulations a worry, expert says
Expert says new vape measures will not be as effective as hoped.