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While some locals are intrigued by the flash development, others say they're suffering.
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Student allegedly threatens to stab classmate - and police were not called
A mum has spoken out after a knife threat in a classroom was dealt with by the school.
Person dies in single-vehicle crash in Ruakākā
Police and emergency services are called to a single-vehicle crash in Ruakākā.
Covid-19 vaccine: Are older Northlanders being left behind?
Poor communication is being blamed for preventing older people being vaccinated.
Facilitator sought to make positive impact in community
Facilitator sought for community project to educate inmates.
Ardern: Large-scale projects 'came at expense of local roading'
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on roading in Northland.
Looking forward to 2022 winter interclub event
This weekend sees the NZ Champion of Champion singles being held in Wellington.
Smoke spotted near city centre from Whangārei house fire
UPDATE: Firefighters have contained the house fire on First Avenue in downtown Whangārei.
Parked cars to be pinged for expired WOF, rego
The FNDC has long had the right to issue WOF, rego fines - but hasn't done it until now.
Fullers tourism assets changing hands; business as usual in the Bay
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
New waka likely to be among top attractions at Te Ahurea
Final carvings will be completed in the new waka shelter so the public can follow progress
Honey goldrush losing its shine, says apiarist
Honey prices have dropped to levels that may be unviable for some beekeepers.
News in brief: Police called to Covid vaccination station
News snippets from around the region.
Menacing cycle trail dogs may be returned to owner
Dogs desexed, classed as menacing - but must be given back if fees paid, council says.
Ōkaihau's 'footpath to nowhere' explained
Footpath-building boom will see Waitangi-Haruru footpath completed.
Oromahoe School welcomes Matariki with festival of light
The school grounds were transformed into an outer-space-themed wonderland.
Northland Roller Derby team skate into tough Saturday match
This year is the first time Northland will compete in the New Zealand Derby Top 10 Champs.
Young driver, 150km/h speeds, and a faulty car a fatal combo that killed Northland teen
Kiwis are driving too fast on roads not designed for high speeds, a coroner says.
How repair cafes are helping communities save money and the planet
Reporter Jenny Ling talks to the Paihia Repair Cafe crew to learn what it's all about.
'She looked ancient, like a time traveller from the age of dinosaurs'
When you come face-to-face with a giant wētā you realise how unique NZ's wildlife is.
Doctors hopeful photographer hurt in helicopter crash will walk again
Rachel Jordan, from Kerikeri, has been transferred to Middlemore Hospital in Auckland.
Ambulance and fire respond to man collapsed in central Whangārei
Emergency services were called to a medical event in downtown Whangārei earlier today.
News in brief: Oromahoe School's Matariki Light Festival to go ahead
News snippets from around the region.
Jury to decide if Pou murdered Whangārei's Bridget Simmonds
Jurors retired at 5pm last night and were set to return to Whangārei High Court at 10am.
Lost pride: Why a male-only Lions club shut after 50 years
Kerikeri Lions has closed and Waipapa is heading the same way if it can't boost numbers.
Restoration begins at church on battlefield site
Church restoration part of a wider project to remember the 1845 Battle of Ōhaeawai.
Bay of Islands Vintage Railway to get new engine
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
You're more likely to die on Northland's roads because of drugs and booze
A lack of police staff when we need them makes catching Northland's drink-drivers harder.
Far North residents 'super excited' SH1 to reopen after nearly one year
Far North residents are "super excited" about the opening of the main state highway.
Gentle giant's numbers boosted as more wētāpunga released in Bay
'Finally insects are grabbing the limelight. They are the ones that run the planet.'
Partnership, collaboration key to unlocking Northland tourism potential
Our region is relatively undiscovered, seen as a developing destination, says Tania Burt.
Handwritten Māori early 20th century diary, calendar on display
Ihaka te Tai's diary and maramataka are on display at Whangārei Museum during Matariki.
Is this Northland's cheapest coffee?
A Moerewa cafe serves $3.80 coffees with a generous helping of family history.
Northland's best youth bands battle for musical glory
Mind-blowing musicianship as nine youth bands from Whangārei to Kaitaia take to the stage,