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Opinion: Mrs P, Boomerang Child, the culinary battle and my weight loss
Kevin Page has lost 15kg over the past year while living in a caravan.
Fresh appeal for information in Parakao homicide probe
Geoffrey Ware's body was found at his home in the Northland village on May 9.
Police inquiring after 'altercation' in Kaitāia
Police say no one had been located with injuries so far.
Vince Cocurullo: Community input is crucial for Whangārei's future
We received more than 640 submissions for the Annual Plan this year.
On The Up: Te Kamo Scouts win national recognition for environment clean-up efforts
The group was nominated by Whangārei District Council's waste minimisation officer.
Government announces plan to improve after hours healthcare services for Northlanders
The announcement comes after recent concerns around a lack of doctors at Kāitāia Hospital.
Luxon announces $164m for new 24/7 urgent care services
The Prime Minister made the pre-Budget health announcement in Botany this afternoon.
Severe weather warnings: 120km/h gales, thunderstorms possible
MetService has forecast heavy rain and strong northwest winds.
'Top dollar for no services': Residents decry council neglect
Residents in the Far North pay up to $5000 in rates but get few services.
A labour of love: Family's green transformation of leaky city building
The green Vinery Lane renovation also includes transformation of the nearby carpark.
'Very tight': Builders struggle in Northland's falling market
New building consents in the region dropped 31% in the year to March 2025.
Vehicle dwellers spark tension at beachside community
Residents claim vehicle dwellers make the Onerahi foreshore unsafe.
'Radical change': Possible crayfish ban for Northland's east coast
Shane Jones says crayfish can't keep declining in the popular fishing area.
'I'm a recidivist offender': Woman's journey from criminal to mentor
Allen has 178 convictions and has devoted herself to helping Northland addicts recover
Jonny Wilkinson: Public toilets can be quite the challenge
In Whangārei we have a good range of accessible toilets.
'Expect a wild ride': Circus cabaret arrives in Kerikeri
Haus of Yolo is an unforgettable night out.
Joe Bennett: Time dawdles when you're waiting
OPINION: "Because I am waiting I am finding it hard to concentrate."
Mysterious webs blanketing Northland have residents and experts puzzled
Residents in Northland report stringy webs drifting through the sky.
'Not worth it': Crash survivor's message this Road Safety Week
He suffered a traumatic brain injury after a crash in June 2021.
'It's getting really dire': Hospices struggle with funding crisis
Northland hospices warn they may shut down in two to five years without more funding.
Vinery Lane renovation
The Vinery Lane eco-renovation has transformed the inner-city Whangārei building.
'We’re desperate': SPCA's urgent plea for foster homes for puppies
The Far North SPCA in Kerikeri has taken in 24 abandoned puppies recently.
Far North news briefs - book DoC huts, booze views sought and mental health talks
News snippets from the Far North.
Pink Shirt Day marked as Northland says no to bullying
Northlanders mark Pink Shirt Day anti-bullying campaign
On The Up: Kaitāia teen Levi Ashwell is leading the way at St John Hato Hone
Kaitāia St John Hato Hone's Levi Ashwell is best Drill cadet in NZ
Kaitāia's Quarry Rd bridge upgrade should be finished by end of July
Quarry Rd bridge upgrade in Kaitāia behind schedule due to weather.
Kerikeri forum for Northland armed forces veterans
Veterans’ Affairs invites Northland's veterans to Kerikeri information forum
Kerikeri High netballers back from Queensland trip
Twenty-three netballers travelled to Australia for a development tour.
Bay News: Ōpua street names honour Arctic explorers from 1845 expedition
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Opinion: New proposals aim to streamline driver licence process
It may seem simpler but stricter penalties will be in place.
'Immoral': Principals oppose charter school funding amidst education reform
$153 million is allocated to establish 50 charter schools over four years.
Council euthanises 56 dogs in two months
FNDC received 796 requests for service for animal management in January and February.