Talented artist does his bit to promote RWC2021 in Whangārei
Renowned artist wants more opportunity to paint rugby-themed murals for RWC2021.
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Yet more rain for Northland after wettest winter on record
Northland prepares for more heavy rain
Move to national body will provide more support and options at NorthTec
More support, course options for NorthTec students after October 1 move to national body.
Storytelling through dance: Northland students practice their moves ahead of big performance
Northland students are excited about sharing the stage with the Royal New Zealand Ballet.
Inner city apartment living part of revitalisation plan
Whangārei couple converts inner-city commercial premises into own living.
Kaipara's six mayoral candidates on their plans for the district
Kaipara District Council mayoral candidates on their plans for the district.
Farmers call for action after livestock killed by roaming dogs
Far North farmers want action taken after roaming dogs killed dozens of their livestock.
Whangārei butcher carves name for himself at regional competition
Anton Rameka was inspired by the Hellers Sharp Blacks' bronze finish in the US.
The Food Rescuers encouraging Northlanders to put their mouth where their money is
Northlanders are recycling food waste to help the needy and save the planet.
Taniwha humbled at home
North Harbour get the job done with a big win over Northland in Whangārei this evening.
Tough times for health staff, patients in Dargaville
Dargaville Medical Centre is down half its doctors.
The modern trend for colourful underpants has perplexed Joe Bennett - until now
The trend for colourful underpants bypassed Joe Bennett - until recently.
Northland looking for fifth win to climb up the NPC ladder
The Taniwha have named their team to face North Harbour in Whangārei this weekend.
'We can hear ourselves think again' Stillness descends on Mangamuka as SH1 closes — again
Overnight the town's main street has gone from busy highway to deserted back road.
How to translate an 1849 te reo Māori book about bees into English
Hokianga translator Joy Ngaropo-Hau is unravelling historic Māori texts.
Far North mayoral candidates on what they think main issues are facing district
Candidates' views on what they consider important issues.
Opinion: Prostate Cancer Foundation programme now on offer
Being active can reduce treatment side effects, speed recovery and boost quality of life.
Our Treasures: Subtracting time to explore calculators from the past
Calculators have been around for generations, helping mathematicians in many ways.
Northerner trapped in the south: Bay of Islands is true 'home' to top chef
Top chef Vaughan Mabee reveals why he didn't open a restaurant in the Far North.
Voting starts in local body elections - what you need to know
It's time to consider who you would vote for local council.
News briefs: KDC appoints interim CEO; Kids wanted for special Women's Rugby World Cup jobs
The latest news bites from around the region.
Defence force dispose of explosive device at quarry site
A special defence force unit travelled from Auckland to detonate the device.
Blackadder comes to Northland with shows in Kerikeri, Whangārei and Kaitaia
A show based on a hit TV series will visit Whangārei, Kaitaia and Kerikeri next month.
'Third-world disease' in Northland to be tackled with new national register
Northland recorded 12 new cases of rheumatic fever last year.
How Charles and the police dog met the Queen
Police dog handler Charles Payne accidentally met the Queen on Robert Island in 1983.
News briefs: Muscular Dystrophy Association fundraiser; trio arrested after alleged fight
The latest news bites from around the region.
Tomahawk embedded in car windscreen after alleged fight
Three people were arrested in an alleged fight that unfolded on the outskirts of Whangārei
Classical dances and food on a banana leaf delight Onam attendees
Another successful Onam festival attended by 450 people concludes in Whangārei.
Opinion: The need for roadside election signs vs safety
John Williamson weighs the payoff of election signs against their hassles.
Northlander excited to play for the Black Ferns at home
Northlanders Krystal Murray and Portia Woodman selected for the Black Ferns RWC team.
A grand gesture: Pioneering initiative to grow Te Reo Māori sign language
Eddie Hokianga is putting his hands to work changing the lives of deaf Māori in Northland.
News briefs: Local body elections events - your questions wanted
The latest news bites from around the region.