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‘It can happen to anyone’: How a Whangārei man went from a home to a tent
Rough sleeper Jason Poutai shares how his life was flipped upside down.
'It's getting ridiculous': New pothole campaign launched as sightings soar
National's latest pothole campaign aims to highlight major problem for Northlanders.
Joe Bennett: In this world fast runners do not always win the races, and the brave do not always win the battles
OPINION: Atheist Joe Bennett says humans are a species just like ants.
24 dead on North's roads - but are we too desensitised to stop the number rising?
Road safety experts explore the reasons behind why we may be desensitised to road deaths.
Separate tickets for Hundertwasser rooftop garden and art gallery introduced
From academic to director - Joost de Bruin is grateful for his Hundertwasser role.
Truck catches fire; State Highway reopens
A truck fire has closed part of the main highway.
Are our councils doing enough roadside drainage work?
OPINION: It is well known that water is the enemy of asphalt in causing damage.
'I thought they were going to pour petrol on me and burn me': Pensioner attacked at home
The 69yo believed the attack was targeted - although he says the motive is "misguided".
Why are we less tolerant in the workplace – and how do we fix it?
Studies show that, like rudeness, kindness is contagious.
News in brief from Northland: More than $500k in Kaipara Mayoral Relief Fund given out
The latest news bites from around the region.
Opinion: What is at the root of family violence?
As Einstein said, to fix it, we must first understand it.
Northland news in brief: Send your citrus to the South Island; Sallies Winter Appeal on
The latest news bites from around the region.
Comment: Te Rerenga’s economic pathway to wellbeing
Opinion: Vibrant Māori export sector vital for Tai Tokerau.
Youth homelessness will have 'got worse, not better' - researcher
A petition of nearly 8000 signatures calls for an end to youth homelessness.
A time to reflect: Matariki celebrations more than just a public holiday
Matariki is celebrated over more than just one weekend for many Northlanders.
Whangārei Hospital emergency department needs more friends
More volunteers are needed to help put people at ease in the emergency department.
Lifetime consequences: Counting the cost of wandering stock on Northland roads and highways
Taxpayers are forking out millions in ACC claims due to accidents involving roaming stock.
Poisoned port: Reward turns up new clues in hunt for Dave Davan's killer
Family and friends pooled together a $42,000 reward to help find Dave Davan's killer.
Kevin Page: A hole lot of trouble brings a whole lot of laughter
Opinion: Comedy is all about timing, which Kevin Page experienced first-hand in the garden
Full steam ahead for historic train's celebrated return
A massive restoration effort has seen the popular train return after gap of seven years.
Shane Reti: New medical school will deliver more doctors
We've all felt the pain of a stretched healthcare system and we're proposing the antidote.
Northland news in brief: Whangārei Lotto player wins big; raw milk recall after listeria fears
The latest news bites from around the region.
Govt unveils new measures to protect native biodiversity
The associate minister chose Kerikeri for the announcement after a 2021 hīkoi in Kaikohe.
Joe Bennett: The mystery of the bowls shoe and the money
OPINION: Whose was the money? And what was it doing in a bowls shoe?
A new sign name for Whaikaha, the Ministry of Disabled People
It is the first time a ministry has received a sign name in New Zealand.
News in brief: GAS Kaihu fire not suspicious; Bay business earns $30k funding injection
The latest news bites from around the region.
Carolyn Hansen: Does the all-or-nothing approach work?
Stick to proven methods of healthy eating and fitness that are sustainable.
Our Treasures: The toy every boy wanted before Lego took over
A crafty creation in the early 1900s whisked an Englishman to the helm of toy invention.
The weird and wonderful natural gems exclusively found in Northland
Meet the variety of plants and animals that are unique to Tai Tokerau.
Meet the Lion King cast 'smashing the glass ceiling' for disabled youngsters
Performers with and without disabilities have come together to create a memorable show.
News in brief: Kaikohe records more than 2000mm of rain in six months; sweet treats raise $24k for charity
The latest news bites from around the region.
Whangārei Mayor wants reliable route between regions ahead of $270m SH1 safety improvements
The region needs a reliable road network and access from Auckland, the mayor says.
News in brief: Late artist's exhibitions raise more than $30K for charity, vape retailers caught out
The latest news bites from around the region.