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Sevens legend's son earns All Blacks Sevens contract
Brady's father Eric, born in Kaeo, played national level sevens from 1988 to 2004.

NZ's first rodeo related prosecution: Farmer fined for animal cruelty
Northland farmer Derek Robinson avoided a court imposed ban related to rodeo activities.

King whānau rake in waka ama medals
Tupu wasn't the only King whānau member to take home a medal on Wednesday.

IPCA investigation: Whangārei teen pepper-sprayed by angry officer
Whangārei teen vows never to trust Northland police again after they used excessive force.

Christmas giving sees 28,000 native trees for Northland
62,000 native trees planted around the country this year, with almost 28,000 in Northland.

Disgruntled cyclist calls for council action
The unmarked chain was a hazard for cyclists, says injured rider.

Whangārei student happy with exam results
Thousands of Northland students were able to check their NCEA results yesterday.

Hikurangi and Mangawhai win fours titles
Hikurangi's team was Leanne Stewart, Manu Timoti, Savanna Lauder and Diane Lawrence.

Stunning scenes open Ruakākā beach volleyball tournament
More than 60 teams have been competing in under-17 and under-19 divisions since Tuesday.

Nga Hoe Horo waka ama team make strong start to nationals
The Far North team have claimed multiple medals after three days of competition.

Forrest Axford is cycling length of the NZ to raise suicide awareness
When Forrest Axford saw the record suicide toll he wanted to do something to help

Young Waipū surfer's tears over stolen custom surfboard
Nia Owens, 12, was devastated when she realised her custom-made surfboard was missing.

Power outage expected for Woodhill homes while Northpower replaces pole destroyed in car crash
The car, carrying one person, hit the power pole about 2:15pm today.

Northland home saved from being destroyed by quick-acting firefighters
Seventh serious Northland house fire in six weeks sees firefighters save home.

Northland gymnasts flip out over Olympian tutor
About 50 gymnasts from Kerikeri and the wider Whangārei area came together at Parua Bay.

Doing it for mum: Why Whangārei Black Stick Ella Gunson became a constable
Whangārei Black Stick veteran Ella Gunson one of the region's newest police recruits.

Rearing sea horses could lead to something bigger for Alyce Charlesworth
The granddaughter of a local legend is carrying on his legacy with sea horses.

Onerahi aiming to break one-day drought
Onerahi hadn't seen one-day glory in about eight years, the captain estimated.

An afternoon of blazes a sign of the busy season Northland firefighters are battling
Northland firefighters are reminding to be vigilant as the region's fire risks.

Firefighters battle to contain Far North blaze
Rawene Rd closed as helicopters and fire crews battle large wildfire

Alleged police shooter named
Alexander Coe, 38, is accused of kidnapping and using a gun against a police officer.

Brothers accused of threatening to kill Northland police officers remanded in custody
Brothers accused of threatening to kill Northland police officers remanded in custody

A Whangārei woman's shipping container solution to her family's housing headache
Whangārei's Ruby Humfrey wants a shipping container for her teenager to use as a bedroom.

Six60 bassist wears 17-year-old Whangārei girl's nail polish
It's not every day you get to see your nail polish on a famous musician's fingers.

Solar energy powering Far North rest home
Kaitaia's Switzer rest home cosy with solar power

Photos: Big turnout for Kaikohe show
More than 1000 people turned out for a day of traditional contests and entertainment.