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More needs to be done on road safety around schools - John Williamson
Road safety news and views from John Williamson
Public invited to see the ABs train at Kerikeri Rugby Club ground
All Blacks to prepare in Kerikeri ahead of test series against Ireland.
Improved facilities to offer better mental health support in Whangārei, Far North
Improved mental health services facilities to open in 2023 in Whangārei and Kaitaia.
Whangārei cops grab surf board and kayak for late night water rescue
The kayakers got into trouble while out fishing.
Assuming the worst: Residents near controversial state housing estate put homes on market
For sale signs are springing up on Puriri Park Rd as a contentious housing project starts.
Patients might have to pay up or lose family doctor after funding shortfall
Funding increase of 3 per cent doesn't cover the cost of running a practice, GPs say.
WDC one of three councils challenging the Three Waters restructure
Councils seeking determination around property ownership rights and interests.
Migrant mental health: Woman stays home for more than a year afraid to ask for help
Demand for mental health support is growing within the migrant community.
Dead seal on Baylys Beach had cord wrapped around its flippers
Dead seal on Northland beach highlights dangers of ocean pollution
More than 150 athletes at Northland Gymnastic Championships
Northland Gymnastic Championship attract more than 150 young gymnasts
Tai Tokerau teen helps Afghan families make a splash
Whangārei school's mufti day fundraiser will help Afghani families in Whananaki.
Brad Flutey claims no legislation to support mandatory mask wearing in public facilities
Flutey elects judge-alone trial to defend charges laid after a scuffle with police
Firefighters battle blaze in Whangārei
House fire closes Whangārei road as firefighters battle blaze.
Northland to escape worst of cold blast
Northland temperatures will fall slightly as the South Island gets snow.
Farmer furious after wandering dogs attack more than 100 sheep
The death of sheep has cost farmer Rex Roadley up to $25,000.
Flu jab vital as new strains expected this winter
Rates of influenza expected to be higher than in previous years.
' It's senseless destruction but...we're moving forward': Jewellery store after ram raid
Store owner in Kamo humbled by community support despite ram raid at his business.
Celtic Barn to be transformed into a gigantic ice rink
Northlanders to enjoy ice ring over three days over the Matariki long weekend.
Queen's Birthday Honours: 'My first thought was yay, social work's getting a mention' - Robyn Corrigan MNZM
Māori social work pioneer Robyn Corrigan has been honoured with an MNZM.
Raumanga Community Garden celebrates Matariki
Attendees dug up kumara and shared kai at Matariki celebrations.
Queen's Birthday Honours: Hugh Stringleman's five decades of agricultural journalism recognised
Hugh Stringleman gets NZ Order of Merit for services to agricultural journalism.
Queen's Service Medal for Northland conservationist Ian Wilson
Northland conservationist Ian Wilson earns QSM for his work
Queen's Birthday Honours: Noel Birchall's half a century of conservation recognised
Noel Birchall recalls witnessing transformation of the Northland Fish and Game Council.
Queen's Birthday Honours:First female president of Northland Rugby in Queen's honours list
Sharon Morgan honoured for services to community, arts and rugby.
Kamo jeweller's ram raided overnight
Police are investigating, but are yet to make any arrests.
Comment: Oh for a world devoid of recorded music
The world would be better place with no recorded music, Joe Bennett reckons
Comment: How a graze can remind you of your inner strength
Jonny Wilkinson shares a lesson learned thanks to an unfortunately placed carpet burn
Afghan families flee Taliban to start anew in Whananaki 'paradise'
Two Afghanistan families are starting to rebuild their lives in their new Kiwi hometown.
Climate change to have major impact on Northland, but particularly Kaipara
Risk to Kaipara from climate change highlighted in submission.
Histories of NZ can cause friction between cultures if not delivered right
Northland education experts reflect on the teaching of the new NZ history curriculum.
Northland Rugby to receive more than $1m as part of $200m NZ deal
Northland grassroots rugby will be tapping into substantial rugby funding from NZ Rugby.
News snippets from Northland
Work starts on the new mental health unit; and there's time yet to host a Pink Breakfast.