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Multicultural storytelling is 'weaving the strands of humanity'

Landing in Whangārei is an evolving project to narrate people's belonging to the place.

'A major structural problem': Safety concerns close Parua Bay wharf

Reactions to Parua Bay wharf in Whangārei Heads being closed have been mixed.

Veteran Northland lifeguard calls for better decision making around water

Northland has recorded 12 drownings in the past year, figures shows.

Understanding the awesome animal at the end of a lead

A dog's superpower can lead it into trouble if owners aren't paying attention

Bay News: Concert long overdue; fundraiser for animal charity

A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.

From Kaitaia Market busker to top US music scholar

Katie Trigg set to start two-year scholarship at Curtis Institute of Music

Two people dead after serious car crash on SH1 in Northland

Motorists are being asked to avoid the area.

Watch: Standing ovation as Dr Ashley Bloomfield signs off for the last time

Dr Ashley Bloomfield gives his final Covid-19 briefing before leaving his job.

News in brief: Volunteers needed, hospital ward reopens today

Snippets of news from around the region.

Covid update: 9256 new cases, 38 deaths, 822 in hospital

While daily case numbers are declining, hospitalisations continue to rise.

Road open again after Kerikeri crash

One person suffered minor injuries in the crash.

Northland flooding

Heavy rainfall yesterday caused surface flooding, power cuts and multiple school closures. Video / Supplied

Healthy new eats and treats sweeten up Commerce Street

New Far North business owners excited to offer new hospitality offerings.

'Show me what you fellas have done': Northland residents question work on shoddy state highways

New data shows Northland roads are getting worse despite a "large" maintenance programme.

Heavy rain to ease after day of flooding

Heavy rain has soaked Northland, with 114mm recorded in Kerikeri.

Kevin Page: From the All Blacks to nose hair, how our chats have changed

We did have a good chat about one thing that's very important to blokes of our age.

Meningococcal cases in Northland: How to protect kids from dangerous infection

Four cases of meningococcal disease were detected in Northland in the last month.

News briefs: Winning Lotto ticket sold in Northland

Catch up on what's happening in the region.