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A Northland firefighter talks about his experiences battling bushfires in Queensland.
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Council's Christmas tree comes with a twist
There are 13,750 mappable outdoor LEDs within the new Christmas tree.
Businesses offering better work perks as staff expectations rise
Staff are demanding more work-life balance and businesses are rising to the challenge.
Brent Eastwood: It’s been a labour of love
'I'll be forever grateful for the opportunity to lead such an awesome organisation'.
'They just bring joy to people':' Meet the man making a living out of blowing bubbles
He has three Guinness World Records.
Mea Motu and Lani Daniels make weight ahead of historic fight night
The boxers weighed in to the sounds of cheers from fans.
Angry Northlanders say incoming Govt has traded children's health for tax cash
Angry Northlanders say the changes will cost lives.
Joe Bennett: Butter can be a slippery slope, but a glorious slippery slope
The modern day Puritans are desperate to interfere with our diets.
Landmark community climate pilot paused by council
The Ruawai pilot was a major feature of Kaipara’s climate adaptation work.
Two teens killed in Northland crash, another critical
Their car crashed into roadworks, lost control and ended up in a paddock.
Charges laid against powerboat skipper after collision with Blue Ferry
The iconic Blue Ferry sank on April 13 after a collision involving the powerboat.
31yo's shock cancer diagnosis months after arriving in NZ
The one question on her mind: “Did I leave this too late?”
News in brief: Three lucky Lotto winners; Council changes to building consent management system
The latest news bites from around the region.
Two critically injured in single-vehicle SH1 crash in Northland
The Serious Crash Unit has been notified.
Search and rescue braced for summer spike; boaties rescued after vessel sinks
A busy summer awaits Search and Rescue units, with callouts on the rise.
Community fed up with drinkers at park near children's playground
'They think it’s their garden bar': Dozens of bottle caps and broken bottles can be seen.
News in brief: Reconnecting Northland wins big; frustration about dogs left in hot cars
The latest news bites from around the region.
John Williamson: Getting the mental health issue into the safer roads mindset
Opinion: The role of mental health in improving the safety of our roads is crucial.
Tourism enterprises in new indigenous tourism TV show
Manea: Footprints of Kupe, and Kawiti Glow Worm Caves feature on indigenous tourism series
Two trainee and apprentice scholarships from Kaitāia Business Association
High standard sees Kaitāia Business Association give out two $1200 scholarships
Three Far North athletes receive Kauri Club scholarships
Far North athletes get Kauri Club scholarships to help advance their careers
Far North festive events start in style this weekend
Plenty of Far North Christmas parades for all.
News briefs from the Far North - health trust award, alcohol bylaw and make our own Xmas gifts
News snippets from the Far North.
International opponents welcomed as historic fight night closes in
'I want to be a role model for the next generation of Indian female fighters.'
Struggle to feed extra mouths: Northlanders grateful for SPCA's free mobile desexing clinic
The SPCA's mobile desexing clinic saw hundreds of animals desexed in Northland.
'Without comparison': One of NZ's worst child sex abusers goes for parole
The damage done to his young victims was “incalculable”.
David Grindle: The dos and don'ts of the office Christmas party
Avoid certain situations and stay out of trouble this Christmas season.
Tears and tension as councillors voted out at explosive meeting
A group of five councillors dominated the voting as major changes took place.
Onerahi bush fire deliberately lit, says investigator
The 100m x 50m vegetation fire was reported before midnight last night.
HMNZS Taupō returns to Whangārei after patrolling for illegal fishing
The navy ship is returning to her home port and will host an open day on Saturday.
Kaipara council warned of legal action over climate move
Canning climate adaption policy could put lives at risk.
Thousands turn out to celebrate all things Pasifika at the weekend
The Far North Pasifika Festival celebrates its second year.
Brynderwyns four-lane highway plan: Govt commitment welcomed
Northland leaders praise coalition’s commitment to four-lane alternative route.