Northland teen who murdered man in Bay of Islands gets reduced sentence
Teenager who fatally stabbed Bram Willems has life sentence quashed by Court of Appeal.
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Comment: Enabling Taitōkerau businesses to flourish through innovation
Opinion: Callaghan Innovation helping break down barriers to R&D.
News in brief: Crash victim named; hundreds object to property revaluations
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Where does it end?': Push back against mayor's te reo shake up in annual plan
The original bilingual annual plan will be accompanied by a second English-only version.
Ban on high school's risky activities lifted months after Abbey Caves death
The move by WorkSafe has no impact on its wider investigation into Karnin Petera's death.
Fire at old school devastates Far North community
A suspicious fire has destroyed an old Far North school that had been a recreation centre.
Impressive line-up for Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Fest
Big names come out for 38th Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival
Opinion: The things you see when you’re in your car
It got worse as he angrily grabbed the handle of the trolley.
Next-gen speed camera near Kawakawa won't issue speedsters tickets for several months
Far North gets first fixed speed camera, but it could be months before it issues tickets.
Northland Environmental Awards see Far North shine
Far North people and projects win big at Northland Environmental Awards.
Community comes together at Matariki to honour road death victims
Road safety advocates, community providers honour those who have died from road accidents.
Northland news in brief: Plane issue at airport; two Lotto winners
Catch up with what's happening around the region.
Northlanders sending winter warmth to South Island with citrus from Lions Clubs' campaign
Whangārei Lions clubs again collect tonnes of winter fruit for southern folk.
Community composting programme wins Northland Environmental Awards
CBEC EcoSolutions’ big winner at Northland Environmental Awards
Jonny Wilkinson: Scammers are targeting everybody, including the disabled
Columnist Jonny Wilkinson says scammers are even targeting disabled organisations.
Minister faces persistent calls for action over 'high-risk' wartime ship leaking oil
Government Minister Kiri Allan has agreed to meet with the forum lobbying for a survey.
Carolyn Hansen: Be your own best friend
It’s not always easy to get this healthy lifestyle thing down.
Our Treasures: Chip off the old hat block
Some hat blocks could be used as a stretcher.
News in brief: Para-athlete targets Paralympics with Peru competition
The latest news bites from around the region.
Region pinned firmly on foodie map in Cuisine Good Food Guide
Seven Northland restaurants have been named in the prestigious Cuisine Good Food Guide.
Ghosts beneath the surface: The ships destroyed in our seas
While the spotlight is on the RMS Niagara, it is not the only ship to meet its doom here.
'So proud of Hannah': Family of Football Ferns striker elated over historic goal
It was a 'goal for the eons' Whangārei Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson's dad says.
Alleged road rage incident leads to man's arrest
Armed police were seen entering a property on a main road in Kamo.
Walking among the giants: Kauri Museum's exciting new addition
The public can check out the museum in Matakohe for free this weekend.
Paihia’s Pipi Patch bar closed after it was refused an on-licence
The owner said he would not appeal the decision.
News in brief from the Far North - chopper appeal, disaster funding and SH10 crash
News snippets from the Far North.
Investigator has words of caution after phone charger causes house fire
Fire investigator advises people to not leave their chargers unchecked.
Northland's world boxing champs to put their titles on the line
Northland boxers Mea Motu and Lani Daniels will defend their world titles next month.
Official recognition shows Hundertwasser toilets anything but bog standard
Although the building is less than 25, the toilet's heritage value is remarkable.
Millions available for Far North to recover from extreme weather events
Far North residents can apply for Government funding for past and future weather events.
From thinking he would never play sport to the Paralympics: Troy Robertson's journey to the top
Troy Robertson knocked off the first milestone on his journey to the Paralympics.
Jobs for those keen to be part of Northland electorate's 2023 general election team
Northland electorate has jobs for people wanting to be part of 2023 general election team.