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Joe Bennett: Despite the clamour of the internet and the universality of the cellphone, there remains a thirst for literature
OPINION: Last weekend Joe Bennett proposed The Best Bits of Shakespeare at an event.
News in brief: Bomb scare at court, thousands of native trees planted
The latest news bites from around the region.
Allegations of debt and financial mismanagement plague wellness festival leader
Franko Heke said he was 'deeply focused' on finding solutions to the issues.
Maungaturoto Primary School burglary: Red Truck captured stealing sports container
“I think it’s a real shame since it’s stealing off kids really.”
'Custodians of Waipu' appeal to council to keep job that funds community work
Maintenance duties helped trust pay for other initiatives but role now going to Citycare.
Probe into Northland shellfish deaths proves inconclusive
The mass death event in Pataua was the second since 2022.
Daily bag limits raised to tackle kina issue
Those battling Northland’s kina barren problem are getting new tools.
News in brief: Taking a closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Far North leading the way in resurgence of traditional rongoā Māori healing
Traditional hauora Māori practices explored at Fabulous Fridays.
It's the right thing to do: Government commits to rollout of speed camera warning signs
The Government is installing warning signs at speed cameras including those in Northland.
News in brief: Police seek more information after recovering vehicle used in shooting, Renowned scientists to visit Kerikeri
The latest news bites from around the region.
Northland Police recover vehicle used in gunshot incident, seek more information
Police appeal for sightings of vehicle in Whangārei firearms incident
Parent wanted family to die together: On trial for attempted murder and coercing suicide
The daughter required hospital treatment after the incident, the prosecution says.
News in brief: Whangārei in the running for Six60 gig; tonnes of citrus for the South Island
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kevin Page: Getting the inside story on Brissie
OPINION: It pays to get the story correct before it’s passed on doesn’t it?
Cat chaos at Far North pensioner flats in council sights
A woman says up to 50 wild cats live under and around her flat.
Far North news in brief: Northland in the running for Six60 gig
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaikohe farmers from Uruguay inspiring would-be young farmers at Northland College
Uruguayan couple inspiring next generation of Far North farmers.
School holiday dampener may clear throughout week, says MetService.
A heavy rain watch remains in place until 2pm today
Charter school may be coming back to Whangārei
Te Kapehu Whetu principal Raewyn Tipene met with David Seymour yesterday.
Kaipara Harbour water test near town shows alarmingly high levels of aluminium
The aluminium could be toxic to fish and a potential cause of 'zombie' snapper.
Our Treasures: Whare Whakairo Project reignited
OPINION: Collier was not only a man with a civic conscience, but of unstoppable action.
Carolyn Hansen: Mitochondria – the powerhouse of our cells
OPINION: Bad habits, unhealthy lifestyles decrease our energy levels and accelerate aging.
Kawakawa's quirky, colourful Hundertwasser loos get Heritage NZ plaque to mark status
Heritage NZ plaque to recognise Kawakawa Hundertwasser toilets' status
Delays expected after serious crash in Whangārei causes road closure
Serious crash blocks Ngunguru Road in Glenbervie, Northland
PPTA calls for more time to make submissions on charter schools
The clash between David Seymour and education union continues.
John Williamson: Is leaving the Northland Transportation Alliance a good idea?
OPINION: Now, these local authorities have to rebuild and duplicate the systems.
Five gold medals at major international awards for Kiwi winery
Northland winery The Landing Wine wins big at international awards.
Northport expansion's creation of jobs outweighed by coastal impact
Independent commissioners have declined the resource consents to expand.
New patrol vehicle to help with quick crime reporting in Whangārei
The role of any patrol volunteer is to observe and report any suspicious activities.
David Grindle: Businesses need staff engagement to weather downturn
Bring employees with you as you ride out the storm, see positive outcomes: David Grindle
Northland news in brief: Alestra Kepa-Hati’s injuries, Brew of Islands returns
The latest news bites from around the region.
Who's responsible for taming Northland's wild cattle problem?
Hundreds of complaints around Kaipara follow Whangārei Heads Rd report.