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News briefs from the Far North: 2 Lotto wins, flower show and car hits tree
News snippets from the Far North.
News in brief: Fine weather for Northland; youth seriously hurt in assault
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Postcode lottery': Northland's battle against cancer care inequities
Northland had the highest rate of new cancer diagnoses and the second-highest death rate.
'Grateful she’s alive': Daughter tells of mum’s survival after being sucked from home by tornado
Tina Johnson is in Middlemore Hospital and has undergone multiple surgeries.
Plans for Whangārei four-star hotel kept under wraps – for now
An international hotel chain is staying mum on its Whangārei hotel plans – it has to.
Waitangi 2025: Fallen MP inspires Marama Davidson's challenge to Govt amid political return
Davidson's return comes eight months after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Medicinal cannabis prescriptions soar
Scripts for the legal products rose from 9% in 2022 to 37% in 2024.
‘Bloody horrific’: Worm pest gains stronghold in Northland
'It is a definite threat and concern'.
News in brief: Warning for dog owners
The latest news bites from around the region.
Jonny Wilkinson: Accessible tourism offers untapped potential
OPINION: The cruise ship industry realised all this yonks ago.
Campground visitor fee dispute sparks tension for holidaying family
A woman was charged a $20 visitor fee for an hour stay at Tauranga Bay Holiday Park.
Joe Bennett: The simple black-and-white photo evokes powerful nostalgia
The photo is a sermon on the passage of time.
‘The doctors said he wouldn’t walk': Meningitis fighter defies odds
Maiaorere Turner's family now need $35,000 so he can safely get in and out of the house.
Man appears in court following death of 19-year-old cyclist
Police have charged a 27-year-old man with failing to stop or ascertain injury.
‘I’ve been shot' - 12-year-old shot with slug gun while in dinghy
The injured boy rowed 400m with a slug gun pellet in his wrist.
Delays expected following serious crash in Northland
Detours are in place and motorists are advised to expect delays.
Special affinity with horses: Northland ‘horse whisperer’ to compete in Special Olympics event
Alex Goldsack will compete in Christchurch from December 10 to 14.
Rāhui in place following Northland motorcyclist death
Police are investigating after the motorcyclist was found dead in a creek yesterday.
Charges laid over fatal hit-and-run in Ōkaihau
A 19-year-old man died from his injuries late on Tuesday night.
Roads ’in disrepair’: Speed limits reversed on North highways despite safety concerns
Speed limits on sections of Northland highways will return to previous levels by July 1.
The community mission to protect Northland’s iconic surf beach dunes
Native dune plants thrive in constant movement.
No hanging around for Far North’s new national champ hang glider Tom Kellner
Flying like a bird sees Far North man win national hang gliding title
Kerikeri Hunting & Fishing hit by overnight burglary
The 'church' burglary was reported to police at 6.30am.
Cyclist, 19, dies after hit and run in Northland
An investigation team is hunting for the person responsible.
Northland teachers face challenges as curriculum changes loom in 2025
Northland educators remain dedicated amid upheavals.
News briefs from the Far North - rugby taonga stolen, speed limits raised
New snippets from the Far North
Motorcyclist found dead in creek closes SH15, police investigating
The road was expected to remain closed until Thursday afternoon.
Mangamuka road repairs survive first major storm since reopening
Despite heavy rain, Mangamuka Gorge repairs in Far North survive first big storm
'They bit me': Ultrarunner speaks out after dog attack on NZ trail
The dogs belonged to a nearby property owner and were not wild as first reported.
Sweetwater Aquifer getting water into Kaitāia homes soon – council
After two false starts, water from Sweetwater Aquifer is set to flow into Kaitāia homes.
‘Mind-blowing’ effort: Community unites after Mangawhai tornado
Residents praised the community's strong support and spirit.
Thermal curtains for Far North homes from $70k energy wellness fund
Far North Energy Wellness Fund putting thermal curtains into homes to make them warmer.
Far North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wanted
News snippets from the Far North.