Loss of community outreach initiatives major reason Dr Mathieson left Mahitahi
Former Manaia PHO board member slams Mahitahi for its approach to primary health care.
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Chris Leitch annoyed over alleged delays in hearing his petition
Petitions' Committee under attack by Northlander for alleged delays on refinery petition.
It's a dog's world: Meet the Helena Bay celebrity
Helena Bay's celebrity big dog Leo knows he is getting all the attention and loves it.
Northland police crack down on those involved in firearms-related incidents
Police crackdown on those responsible for firearms-related violence in the Far North.
Big increase in calls to police for mental health incidents
Northland police are being called to more mental health incidents than ever.
'Naivety not an excuse': Auckland boatie fined for illegal landing
The man's unauthorised landing on Whatupuke breached the Reserves Act.
Police justified in using dog to stop man fleeing checkpoint
The man turned out to be wanted for firearms and drug offences.
Whangārei's Parihaka Scenic Reserve gets extra funding for pest removal
Extra funding for Whangārei's Parihaka Scenic Reserve to get rid of predators
Whangārei's first-ever Pride Festival still happening - just a year later
Whangārei PROUD has big announcements to make in an upcoming community hui.
Our Treasures: Female teachers were forbidden to marry and other archiac school rules
Mel Williams, of Kiwi North, explores the now humourous past rules for female teachers.
Kevin Page: It was raining memories
As I watched the rain the memories came flooding back.
Western Hills Drive reopened after armed police respond to incident
Police closed part of Western Hills Drive due to the incident.
Opinion: Number of people in Northland on specialist waitlists 'disappointing'
Shane Reti wants new models of care, funding, targets, accountability and engagement.
Strike action has begun for exhausted Northland firefighters
Northland professional firefighters are on strike, but still responding to emergencies.
The super wealthy are snapping up coastal Northland properties
Northland is a millionaire's playground with a swag of luxury properties on the market
A search of a different kind: Northland LandSAR urgently seeking new base
Northland LandSAR is asking the public for help to find a new location to use a base.
Northland news in brief: Thieves at work, firefighters strike, dog registrations due
The latest news bites from around the region.
'The system is broken': Kids falling out of school puts demand on Alternative Education
Alternative education space in Northland is filled with over-capacity and minimal funding.
Whangārei mayor Sheryl Mai says no water fluoridation unless Government pays
Resistance to complying with directive to fluoridate Whangārei water is all about funding.
Delayed report, Oranga Tamariki's actions enabled more robberies by 14yo - lawyers
The 23 other charges he faces may be dropped due to delay in getting psychological report.
Hora Hora power to a close win and climb to second
Semifinal beckoning for Hora Hora with two games left in Prems rugby.
Grisly discovery of 100 dead penguins horrifies Far North locals
The warmer sea temperatures in Northland make it difficult for little penguins to breed.
Opportunity knocks for Northland rugby clubs and communities
Rugby for Life is set to create opportunities for Northlanders through the power of rugby.
Man caught with child sex abuse publications fights to keep his name secret
Man files appeal against refusal to grant him permanent name suppression.
Comment: Finland finds a fine way to happiness top spot
Joe Bennett shares his theories on why Finland continues to be the happiest place on Earth
Ways to celebrate Matariki - a time of remembrance, joy and peace
Looking for ideas to celebrate Matariki? We've got you covered with this Northland guide.
Northland news in briefs: Plans for NZ's biggest solar power station, arsonist used Molotov cocktail
The latest news bites from around the region.
Carolyn Hansen: Our connection to nature is part of who we are
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks."
Students stranded as school bus firms cancel run at short notice
A severe lack of local bus drivers has left some families scrambling to get kids home.
Comment: Parents play key role in kids' sports experiences
Questions from Sport NZ that might help parents
Barking success for Te Arai farmer
A lifelong interest in sheep dog trials paid off with a national finish for Scott McRae
More youth encouraged to connect with culture through marae-based workshop
Rangatahi Ora is conducting a three-day marae-based workshop from June 17 to 19.
Innovation and wage subsidy combines to help local businesses survive pandemic
Amount of Covid wage subsidies in Northland revealed.
Gwen Lawson's news from Northland Bowls Centre
Latest news from the Northland bowls scene.