A 'brilliant success' - fireworks wow 9000 spectators
Whangārei Fireworks Spectacular drew crowds of around 9000.
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Well-known businessman takes out the Business Hall of Fame award
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'I'll be sending her back with a blood nose - and no title.'
Prisoner tried to help fellow inmate conceal a homicide
Talmage Murray told his girlfriend she needed to change her police statement.
Brutal killer of Whangārei teen denied parole after 17 years in jail
The murderer was denied parole 17 years after the brutal killing of a Whangārei teen.
Ngāti Hine lawyer wins award after launch of first free legal clinic
Keegan Jones launched his first free legal clinic in Whangārei earlier this year.
People urged to stay away from Great Exhibition Bay following possible explosive device found
The NZ Defence Force is working with police to safely detonate the explosive.
‘Insanely cheap and healthy food’: No regrets for couple who moved to Aussie
Northland couple have no regrets about moving to Australia.
From sea to land: The kingfish farm of the future
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'Our roads need more attention': Leaders back petition calling for state highway improvements
Road maintenance should be the 'number one priority'.
After 48 hours of wild weather, what to expect next
Warmer temperatures are expected in the next few days.
Secure your trampolines: Wild weather lashes Northland
Northlanders should batten down the hatches on Sunday afternoon due to wild weather.
Strong Tai Tokerau representation to feature in national kapa haka competition
Te Mana Kuratahi National Primary School Kapa Haka Competition kicks off next Monday.
'Dangerous' and 'scary': Life as a rough sleeper under a bridge
'Rats will crawl over you, confront you.'
Concerns for safety of 14-year-old last seen in Whangārei
14-year-old Rawinia was last seen in the Whangārei area on October 17.
'He was lying there all alone': Family couldn't get to NZ after pig-hunting tragedy
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'We want to stay hopeful' Whānau of missing diver not giving up
'A beautiful soul who was hardworking and helped anyone who needed it.'
Surface flooding, slips and 6m swells possible as wild weather approaches
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‘Bring that magic back’: Santa coming to town after all
Whangārei Speedway Club has put its hands up to host a parade.
Marsden Cove business owners raise safety concerns after alleged aggravated robbery
Police say they have no tolerance for those causing harm in Northland communities.
Huge benefit to rugby league in Whangārei under new lease with local school
The park will benefit from new income that will allow a future for the famed spot.
Two Kaipara coast campgrounds need new managers
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From zero to 100: How to avoid injuries this summer, according to experts
A Northland physio and personal trainer offer tips on preventing injuries this summer.
Huge wake-up call: Mum helping others after breast cancer diagnosis
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Search continues for diver missing near Herekino Harbour
Search and rescue services are working to locate a Northland diver missing for two days.
'They are our future': Street artists hope to inspire misguided youths through art form
Whangārei street artists aim to inspire youths to take the right path through art.
'We're really gutted': Christmas parade will not go ahead this year
A lack of sponsors, costs and timeframes has led to the event not going ahead.
First Iwi of Origin surf crown for Ngāpuhi
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