$1.4m to extend self-administered cervical screening research
The new test is considered "gold-standard" and enables women to test themselves.
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It came after Ardern's said Aotearoa history would be taught in school and kura in 2022.
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Northern Advocate photographers capture Waitangi Day commemorations in Bay of Islands.
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Young filmmaker intent on putting Tai Tokerau on the map
Young filmmaker Te Mahara Tamehana is shining a light on social issues impacting Kaitaia.
Less than half of all NZers have visited Waitangi
Waitangi has been visited by less than half of all Kiwis to explore their own history.
Candidates for Northland byelection meet voters
Candidates for Northland Regional Council byelection speak.
Artist Ardern wows at Hihiaua Cultural Centre
PM warmly welcomed at award-winning Whangārei cultural centre.
Waka will be part of NZ history curriculum, PM pledges
PM let slip news of wedding plans 'soon' during visit to Maori Wardens with daughter Neve
New era for hapū as 'living cultural centre' opens
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Health Minister calls for resolution to GP/Mahitahi stoush
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Feelers finish tour in North; and mobile GP clinic at Pataua.
Northland writer's first novel wins international award
The novel's main character follows a path similar to the author's own.
Kiwi lucky to survive dog attack in Northland
Reckless: Dog was off the leash when it grabbed the mature female.
Hikurangi and Kensington dominate bowls finals
Kensington will now represent the Centre in the Mercedes Cup on May 8.
SH1 north of Whangārei affected by two-car crash
Traffic is backing up on State Highway One north of Whangārei after a two-car crash
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Swimming stalwart's vision realised
Ester's vision was that all kids, regardless of their situation, should be taught to swim.
Ōpua stabbing: 14-year-old boy pleads not guilty to murder
Justice Timothy Brewer extended name suppression for the youth until trial - yet to be set
Northland road crosses: The caring nurse who just wanted to help others
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Water bugs - enough to make you sick
Drinking water safety highlighted with new regulations coming in this year.
Long weekend brings dream catch
Long weekend lands dream catch for Whangārei fisherman.
Long-lost graves honoured as Waitangi commemorations begin
Bodies of 12 British soldiers lay forgotten in a shallow grave for more than 170 years.
Northland Māori seats poll demand petitions to be delivered to councils this week
The petition will still be delivered to the councils, despite looming law change.
Northland DHB proposes whānau-centred healthcare fix
Chamberlain acknowledged the OME's potential place in Northland's healthcare system.
Husky owner fined $4500 after two kiwi killed
Blame for the dog's destruction lies with owner, not the dog itself, judge says.
Kāinga Ora apologises to mum for dangerous broken fence
The mother had asked that the fence be fixed ever since she had lived at the property.
First tenants secured for Ngāwhā business park
Stage one will create 150 jobs in berry growing, avocado oil production and house building
Government plans for more social housing underwhelms
Northland will be getting some more state houses, but the numbers haven't impressed some.
Bombshell $300m Māori health proposal shocks Northland healthcare
The Northland DHB has come out in strong opposition to the proposal.
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Labour returns to Te Tii Marae after three-year absence
The shifting of the official welcome has taken shenanigans out of Waitangi, MPs say.