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Library closes for refurbishment; and fundraisers galore.
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Māori wards for all of Northland after FNDC reverses its vote
Māori wards in the Far North as FNDC finally says yes.
Northlanders struggling to get vaccine bookings, busloads of Aucklanders turned away
Busloads of Aucklanders and a couple who flew from the South Island turned away.
Theft of portable cabin from vulnerable Northlander 'bloody low'
Thieves have been slammed for stealing a portable cabin from a vulnerable Northlander.
Mistaken identity blamed for Kerikeri real estate agent's assault on top cop
Can mistaken identity get any worse than this assault in a Paihia restaurant?
Just a ticket but representing so much more
William Lipscombe was quite young when he visited the NZ Centennial Exhibition in 1939.
'Warm, deep hug' story set to charm Northland audiences
Story about depression, loss, and discovering all the beautiful moments debuting tomorrow.
Unique multi-million dollar aluminium boat from Whangārei's Circa Marine
Whangārei's Circa Marine launches new multi-million, 24-metre aluminium boat.
Highly venomous sea snake washes up alive on beach
A deadly sea snake found alive on a Northland beach is classed as a native.
Combating youth violence: 'It needs to stop' says mum of Northland girl viciously attacked by teen
The family say whānau and police have been amazing support in the wake of the attack.
Whakaangi Landcare Trust trapping pests on Northland peninsula thanks to $30,000 grant
$30k grant from Foundation North for trapping in Far North forest
Film-maker puts Northland in spotlight with James & Isey
Florian Habicht's new doco is a glimpse of the lives of a centenarian and her devoted son.
Retired roading contractors voice concerns about state of Northland roads
Four retired roading contractors speak out about the standards of Northland roads.
Get to know the new Ngātiwai Trust Board CEO
Hūhana Lyndon has been appointed the new CEO of the Ngātiwai Trust Board.
Hui to focus on Northland's global trade interests
Hui to be held focussing on Māori influence in New Zealand's free trade negotiations.
Former Whangārei mayor Stan Semenoff charged after fire allegedly burnt industrial waste
Whangārei mayor Stan Semenoff pleads not guilty to discharging contaminants into the air
Whangārei exhibition to showcase best of young Ngāpuhi artists
Ngāpuhi youth are set to have their work exhibited at the Hihiaua Cultural Centre.
$750m Mangawhai development could happen after plan change allowed by Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council gives green light to controversial plan change
News snippets from Northland
Brave Caitlin Smith and band playing in Whangārei; and open fire season in Kaipara.
Joy for boaties as Kerikeri boat ramp to open in May
New Inlet Rd water access aims to reduce pressure on existing ramps.
Two Northland farms open for National Alpaca Day on Sunday
Northlanders can get up close to cuddly alpaca this Sunday - National Alpaca Day.
Look uphill for sediment control, farmers urged
Help available to retire hill country to stop erosion in Northland.
Issues exposed in Far North reaction to Northland tsunami alert
Some evacuees arrived without their medication and escape route signs have been stolen.
Lomas bows out of Waimamaku store after 35 years
Waimamaku community stalwart enjoying finally having time to work on his own property.
Anzac Day in Russell with a twist, turn
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Dianne Swann returning to Northland for shows to promote first solo album
Whangārei native Dianne Swann thought it was about time she released a solo album.
Health reforms leave some Northland GPs feeling overlooked
Northland GPs are concerned about a lack of consultation regarding health system reforms.
News snippets from Northland
Another Lotto win; and driver arrested over alleged assault on police officer.
Reimagining challenges as opportunities
'What doesn't kill you, makes you stronger,' writes Northland Inc's Codie McIntyre.
Killer that leaves mummified corpses of victims hanging in trees recruited
Target is giant willow aphids that can damage – or even kill – infested willows.
SH14/Maunu Rd in Whangārei hit by night roadworks
Two weeks of night roadworks for SH14/Maunu Rd in Whangārei.
Response to rocket attack in Iraq earns Northland soldier award
Northland's Corporal Charles Douglas Munns-Everitt earns bravery award.