Famous ventriloquist David Strassman's kind gesture in wake of cyclone
The comedian is giving away tickets to his Whangārei show.
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Baby steps for days-old Northland kiwi involve sunhat and gumboots
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Whangārei prepared for Auckland-style deluge, Mayor Cocurullo says
A lot of infrastructure work has been done toward building the city's resilience.
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‘I’m in awe of their selflessness and bravery’: Rescuers praised for preventing drownings
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Waitangi 2023 in photos
Up to 15,000 people enjoyed 4 days of culture, debate, politics, pomp and whānaungatanga.
After two weeks, SH1 over Brynderwyns to have both lanes open
SH1 over the Brynderwyns open to traffic in both directions from Friday
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Bay of Islands kiwi deaths investigated after suspected dog attacks
Cause of death not yet clear, but local found to have unregistered, uncontained dogs.
Kerikeri Theatre Co hopes to finally perform Macbeth - a year after Covid cancellation
Last year’s production was derailed by Northland’s first Omicron outbreak.
Photos: Kids get creative in Paihia sandcastle comp
Taniwha, tiki among the winning creations at Saturday’s event.
Northlanders' chance to show they know their rugby - new referees wanted
Northland Rugby Union on the lookout for more referees,
Hūhana Lyndon to stand for Greens in Te Tai Tokerau
Ngātiwai's Hūhana Lyndon to contest Te Ti Tokerau electorate in general election.
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Two Northland boxers ranked in IBF top 10
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Six times monthly average as parts of Northland get wettest January on record
Parts of Northland got more rain than ever before last month.
Waitangi Day: Commemorations for most about fun and family
Fun the order of the day at Waitangi for most
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Pākinga Pā site near Kaikohe with links to Ngāpuhi chief Hongi Hika given back to iwi
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Waitangi Day is a golden opportunity for Northland leaders to make their concerns heard.
SH1 over the Brynderwyns in Northland open to northbound traffic today
After being closed more than a week, one lane of SH1 over the Brynderwyns is open.
Opinion: Expect the unexpected when organising an event
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Northland bowls news: Weather dampens play across region
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Flood-stranded Northland health patients thankful for Warkworth locals' help
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Another heavy ran watch for Northland as Brynderwyns remain closed for long weekend
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Waitangi Day set to go ahead despite emergency declaration
Forecast bodes well for Waitangi weekend but some lead-up events already affected by rain.