He bought his ute brand new - but was shocked to discover he didn't own it when it came time to sell
Waka Kotahi says registration of vehicle ownership is not the same as ownership.
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Controversial health policy already being used in Northland despite Govt saying otherwise
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Northland Lotto player takes home $500K; second winning ticket sold in Parua Bay
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'It's getting ridiculous': New pothole campaign launched as sightings soar
National's latest pothole campaign aims to highlight major problem for Northlanders.
Tamaiti Williams' whānau in Northland pumped up for his All Blacks debut
Tamaiti Williams reacts to being named in the All Blacks squad.
Kiwi tourist stabbed in Vancouver: 'Did this actually just happen to me?’
A New Zealand holidaymaker speaks after a terrifying, unprovoked street attack.
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White Cross saga a symptom of healthcare crisis, poverty advocate says
Many parents were shocked about the $49 fee for a medical visit for kids under 14.
Police say woman killed in early morning Whangārei crash not wearing a seatbelt
A crane was needed to haul the woman's vehicle out of the creek where it landed.
24 dead on North's roads - but are we too desensitised to stop the number rising?
Road safety experts explore the reasons behind why we may be desensitised to road deaths.
Jury finds man guilty of multi-million dollar cannabis operation
The cannabis grow had the potential to turn over $24 million a year.
Visits to under-14s free again at White Cross Whangārei
White Cross fees went up to $49 last week, but Te Whatu Ora has offered $600,000 in aid.
Truck catches fire; State Highway reopens
A truck fire has closed part of the main highway.
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The 69yo believed the attack was targeted - although he says the motive is "misguided".
Matariki 2023: How to celebrate this weekend
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Tiny homes business owner Warren Sinclair denies tax evasion
Businessman Warren Sinclair is facing 68 charges of unpaid money to Inland Revenue.
'On the run': Accused cannabis grower gives evidence
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'You immediately light up' Story the miniature horse brings joy to Whangārei
A trot around Hatea Loop with Story the miniature horse brightened the day for all.
A time to reflect: Matariki celebrations more than just a public holiday
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Whangārei Hospital emergency department needs more friends
More volunteers are needed to help put people at ease in the emergency department.
'Horrific' kidnapping ordeal: Man appears in court
A man handed himself in to police overnight.
Lifetime consequences: Counting the cost of wandering stock on Northland roads and highways
Taxpayers are forking out millions in ACC claims due to accidents involving roaming stock.
Moerewa part-time GP service shines spotlight on national health workforce shortage
Rural New Zealand facing GP and medical shortages.
'I don’t think it’s right': Parents infuriated at White Cross charging for child visits
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Poisoned port: Reward turns up new clues in hunt for Dave Davan's killer
Family and friends pooled together a $42,000 reward to help find Dave Davan's killer.