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News in brief: Three new orthopaedic surgeons for Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
Speeding driver led police on high-risk pursuit, caused crash then drove off
Two weeks earlier Lovepreet Gill had been recorded driving at 140km/h in an 80km/h zone.
'Sobering' downturn: Bay of Islands cruise bookings nearly halve
Only 47 cruise ships are scheduled for the Bay of Islands next season.
Environment Court approves 115-lot rural subdivision near Kerikeri
Neil Construction's development covers 68 hectares of Kerikeri's rural fringe land
Bay News: Five-year journey to chronicle maritime history; fishing comp a success
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Matariki events bring art, culture, and celebration to Northland
Northland is the perfect place to celebrate Matariki this weekend.
New hope: NZ fairy tern population sees promising growth
Post-season monitoring recorded 50 individual tara iti, up from 33 last year.
Iwi leader rules out settlement under this Govt after minister’s sovereignty comments
'[We are] just as staunch and ferocious in saying we hold sovereignty over our own.'
'Not good enough': Northland doctors walk out over health system crisis
Northland senior doctors, working among a 19% vacancy rate, want better conditions.
Hopes new Baylys Beach observation tower will aid surf safety, prevent rescues
Surf club captain Kyran Gillespie says something fit for purpose is a welcome change.
On The Up: 'Proud of him': Teen's netball journey from umpire to player
Mahuta Haunui-Tipene will represent NZ in an U17 netball tournament in Melbourne.
Pilot study reveals stormwater inflow causing sewage spills at Parua Bay
WDC says it is working with Parua Bay residents to fix private stormwater inflow sources.
News in brief: Sandbox Fandom Festival 2025 returns to Whangārei in July
The latest news bites from around the region.
'A lot of tears': Concerns over changes to post-mortem examinations
Health NZ plans for autopsies to remain in Whangārei, with a two-year contract extension.
'You and cars are a bad mix': Man who hit oncoming motorist high on dangerous levels of meth
Driver: 'I had a heavy addiction and that was a huge part of what happened. I apologise.'
Koru stolen from community leader's grave back with whānau
The koru was taken from a grave sometime last week, leaving the family devastated.
'Too late': Principals critique vaping ban amid school challenges
Vape suppliers breaching the ban face a fine of up to $400,000.
Northland's six-month weather rollercoaster: Cyclones, droughts, floods
Cyclone Tam left 24,000 Northland homes without power on April 17.
'Posed little to no risk': Sand mining company defends operations
The sandspit has lost 420,000 tonnes of sand in six years.
Hot rod round-up to feature nine-year passion project for charity
Wade Nisbet said the event was an opportunity to share his passion with the community.
Horse dies after collision with vehicle on SH12
The horse did not survive Sunday night's collision near Kaikohe.
Matariki-themed film by Māori director set to premiere in Northland
The film 'Kōkā' is set against the backdrop of Matariki in Northland.
'Sacrilege': Family anger over theft from Dargaville grave
The $2000 koru was sawn off Michael Mudford’s headstone.
Opinion: The struggles of finding peace in a shared hot pool
One day, a stray ball hit me in the head, interrupting my peaceful soak. Photo / 123rf
'Good Samaritan': Off-duty officer sucker-punched while trying to stop shoplifters
Judge: 'It's behaviour that is wrong and at your age, you should know better'.
'Really sad' - Fully ablaze kitchen damages Tikipunga home
One person was taken to Whangārei Hospital to be checked over.
'Major milestone': Coastguard trials new unit in Mangawhai to boost water safety
The trial runs until April and aims to improve search and rescue coverage.
'Warmer, drier': Kiwi homes scheme offers big insulation savings
Over 1200 households in Kaitāia may get insulation discounts.
‘Economic disaster’: $100m threat if Mangawhai sandspit breaches
Mangawhai sandspit has lost more than 420,000 tonnes of non-replenishing sand.
Editorial: Rotorua's homeless dilemma highlights deeper social issues
OPINION: A business owner nearby lost revenue as customers avoided the encampment.
Vince Cocurullo: Volunteers are the heartbeat of our community
National Volunteer Week runs from June 15 to 21, celebrating community service.
Mud and cheers: Whangārei hailed for hosting cross country event
World record holder Sam Ruthe finished second in the Senior Boys 6000m race.
'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward meals
Each week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.