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'Foundation for stability': Habitat's Whangārei housing project wins big
The 22-home Warren Place development was named the best affordable housing project.
Opinion: Embracing the hot-cold dance of Northland winters
I know that disabled people are agile when it comes to adjusting to the environment.
Northland police adopt new limits for mental health callouts
Northland begins phase two of national changes to mental health callouts.
Northland chaplain leads way to help homeless move from tent to cabin
John has been living in a tent for nearly three months with his two dogs.
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Divers remove 130,000 sea urchins to protect marine reserve
The trial aims to protect the Poor Knights Islands’ underwater ecosystems.
High-profile investigator re-examines ex-cop's sexual assault case
Tim McKinnel is investigating ex-cop Jamie Foster's conviction.
News in brief: Community clean-up at Tui fire site invites volunteers
The latest news bites from around the region.
Middle-aged thieves stealing kilos of lollies from family-run store
Store manager Jayden Aben says regular customers are targeting the family-run business.
'An honour': Far North cafe's triple victory at national awards
Peekaboo Backyard Eatery won the Supreme Award at the Lion Hospitality Awards.
World's fastest teen descends on Whangārei for cross country champs
Sam Ruthe is among the 700 young athletes competing at Whangārei's Barge Park.
Watch: Discover top talent at this year's Smokefreerockquest and Showquest
Behind the scenes action and talented performers captured in this week's webisodes.
Second Northland Two by Twos member charged with sex offences to stand trial
The 80-year-old faces a number of charges.
Landlord fined after renting home 'unfit for human habitation' to sister-in-law
Investigators found visible mould and electrical cables outside the house.
Bay News: Duke of Marlborough wins top boutique hotel award for weddings
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
John Williamson: Driver demerit point system needs to be timely to work
OPINION: The system aims to reduce repeat offences by targeting high-risk drivers.
Northland wetland case highlights RMA challenges amid reforms
The Environment Court approved an agreement for wetland remediation.
'So thankful': Mum overwhelmed by community support in cancer fight
Misty Paniora, 26, was given just a few months to live after cancer spread to her brain.
Not-guilty plea: Murder accused remanded over Catalya's death
The accused, Drummond Leaf, pleaded not-guilty to murder and assault.
Why Northland is key in NZ's $17m pasture resilience project
Farmers, scientists, and Māori organisations are collaborating on solutions.
Man accused of murdering Daniel Hepehi appears in court
Daniel Hepehi was found with critical injuries at a Waikerikeri Rd property in Hōreke.
'A long hard-fought dream': Fire destroys vessel but vision remains
Early on Saturday over 50 people gathered for a blessing ceremony at the site of the fire.
Kaipara’s ‘Trump of the North’ Jepson exits mayoral race, endorses deputy
Craig Jepson won't seek a second term as Kaipara Mayor in October.
'Winterless North' revisited: Snow-like sightings stir memories of snowfall
A couple saw white patches on the road near Dargaville over the weekend.
'It's a total loss': Fire reignites, destroying home and car
The owner stayed in his home days after a fire, but it reignited early on Monday.
73-year-old man charged with Northland murder
Police said the 73-year-old would appear at Kaikohe District Court via video link today.
'A lot of rain' - Severe thunderstorm watch in place for Northland
MetService said peak rates of between 25-40mm per hour were possible.
News in brief: SPCA seeks cutest pets for annual calendar competition
The latest news bites from around the region.
'No excuse': High fines fail to deter misuse of mobility parking
The fine for parking in disability spaces rose from $150 to $750 last October.
Property Insider: $120m Wiri sale; Ryman's sinking village buildings; opposition to Bay of Islands marina
OPINION: What will a big Australian investor do with its new $120m Wiri property?
Northland Māori health trust taking urgent action on 'diabetes crisis'
About 64% of patients enrolled with Ngāti Hine Health Trust in Kawakawa have diabetes.
Kevin Page: A quest for peace amid joyful chaos
OPINION: I’d suggest a majority of fellow grandparents will feel this way.
Snow-like sighting creates a flurry as temperatures plummet
A bitterly cold front moving north delivered temperatures of less than 4C.