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Land of confusion: Kaipara mayor slams checkpoint change
The checkpoint north of Mangawhai caused particular confusion for local businesses.
Surf's up: Fun for everyone at Tiaho Trust's annual surf day
A great day in the surf.
Wet weather welcome boost to parched Northland
A Far North town's drinking supply received a boost from yesterday's heavy downpours.
Reclamation plan divides Rangitane community
Locals are calling for a new, 'future-proofed' site for boat ramp and trailer parking.
Suspected human bone found at Whangārei Heads
There were two discoveries of human bones in the Far North last year.
336 landowners inside proposed four-lane highway route
Eleven aerial maps were published in December which outlined the suggested route.
Kaipara valuations shoot up with tiny Ruawai soaring the most
Ruawai residents know full well why the town is on the up.
Wild weather: Heavy rain and wind force school closures and break powerlines
Heavy rain and strong winds created havoc this morning, with some schools closed.
Three Māori seats wanted by Northland Regional Council working party
Northland Regional Council could have up to three Māori seats.
Kaitaia fire volunteers clock up 459 years of service
Kaitaia Volunteer Fire Brigade members approaching 500 years of service
Northland nurse Marie Noa receives prestigious award
Northland nurse receives prestigious honour for her work with Māori health.
Bream Bay Combined Arts Group exhibiting Covid lockdown art
Covid-inspired art on display by Bream Bay Combined Arts Group
New equestrian discipline all about working together
Working equitation is a relatively new horse sport that's taking off in New Zealand.
Northtec's carved entrance way showcases students' skills
Dawn ceremony for carved tomokanga (entrance way) in Northtec's Whangārei campus
Ngāpuhi athletes fill list of most influential Māori athletes
Highest among the Northlanders was wood chopping legend Jason Wynyard.
Northland list MP Mark Cameron makes maiden speech in Parliament
Northland-based list MP Mark Cameron has praised WWII heroes in his maiden speech.
Multi-iwi project aims to protect kauri, create jobs
Without urgent action Northland could lose its iconic kauri forests, minister says.
Pupils flock to check out visiting Navy aircraft
A Whangārei Primary pupil's competition entry resulted in a schoolday helicopter visit.
Fourth person charged after Whangārei police operation nets guns and gang members
A 26-year-old woman is facing firearm charges alongside a trio of Black Power gang members
Principal says boys won't know themselves with new build
Historical buildings to be demolished as new build caters to WBHS' growing demands.
Black Power gang members and guns netted by Whangārei police
Three gang members have appeared in Whangārei District Court on firearm related charges.
Ngāpuhi sport stars labelled most influential in last 30 years
Northland Kauri rugby star Portia Woodman was the highest-ranked Northlander so far.
Yachties facing cyclones make plea to Immigration Minister
The sailing community maintain there is no real guarantee of safe conditions until June.
Library on Urupukapuka Island in Northland well received
Urupukapuka Island library keeping Bay of Islands visitors entertained
Fire that destroyed Northland house treated as arson
Fire that destroyed a house in Ahipara being treated as arson.
Junior bowlers going head-to-head in singles
Next Sunday will see the Centre's first-year bowlers face off against each other.
Safety improvements save lives on dangerous Northland road
Safety measures include widened roads and shoulders, flexible barriers, and bollards.
Whangārei MP Emily Henderson's 'frightening and exciting' maiden speech
Whangārei MP Emily Henderson got a few giggles during her maiden speech in Parliament.
Submissions on Northland Māori seats law change close at 5pm today
Deadline for Northlanders to make submissions on Māori seats law change is 5pm today
Master carver creating new welcome to Kororāreka/Russell
New carvings aim to improve town's ''underwhelming'' entry and honour area's rich history