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Whangārei's Tahere now home to 10 new kiwi

10 new kiwi released at Whangārei's Tahere

News snippets from Northland

News in brief from Northland

New roof for Riverbank Centre

Creative scaffolding required for iconic Riverbank theatre's odd-shaped roof.

$20m-plus in rates arrears on Māori land to be wiped

Millions of dollars in rates arrears are set to be wiped under new legislation.

ACC spent $196m in Northland on accident recovery in 2020

ACC had 79,971 new claims in Northland last year.

Hard decision for judges choosing Shakespeare winners

Twenty-two Northland students off to Wellington after Shakespeare performances impress.

Kerikeri car fire death not suspicious, police confirm

Deceased well known in Kerikeri for her shop, her community spirit and concern for others.

'Record numbers' of domestic tourists flock to Northland

Domestic visitors to Northland have been praised for supporting the region.

Cancer-hit Paihia couple's kindness returned

Robyn Schrafft's best advice is to get out and do what you want so it's not too late.

School holiday programmes for kids

Here's a list of activities for your young ones these holidays.

First sports exchange start of annual event

First sports day a resounding success despite out-of-towners taking home cup.

Northland faces more cuts in highway speed limits

Northlanders' views wanted about the right speed for each part of the highway network.

Sir John Kirwan arrives in town — on a Vespa

3000km scooter rally aims to raise money and awareness for the Mental Health Foundation.

Jansen: No Māori age vaccine priority a 'complete failure'

Jansen, Ngāti Raukawa, predicted Māori were at more risk of dying if the virus mutated.

Fourth motorcyclist killed in less than two weeks

Police are encouraging motorists to take extra care on and around motorbikes in Northland.

World's largest yacht brings airport runway to standstill

The triple masts of Sea Eagle II caused a flight hazard as yacht went near airport.

Rise in aggression from wild dogs behind Far North track closures

Feral dogs aren't new in Te Paki Reserve - but aggression towards people is.

Future bright for forestry, says minister

Forestry Minister Stuart Nash shared his forestry manifesto during a visit to Northland.