News in brief: Free Youth Week bus rides, Debut Latin American Festival
The latest news bites from around the region.
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News in brief: Barrier Air’s new service open for bookings, road closure in Otaika
The latest news bites from around the region.
A supportive school and real-world experience key to thriving, new teacher says
An ERO report on Monday revealed half of new teachers feel unprepared for the classroom.
Opening date set for Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Hub and new town square
The hub is expected to be a tremendous asset for the community.
John Williamson: Inspiring rangatahi to be safer drivers is a good idea
OPINION: The driver licence space in Northland has now got some real community ownership.
Whangārei house fire considered suspicious, says fire investigator
Locals are used to the derelict home being set alight.
New kina regulations likely after Far North meeting
Far North meeting shows depth of concern over kina barrens, says Fisheries Minister.
Celebrating 135 years of education at Waimamaku
Far North town of Waimamaku celebrates its schooling.
60 vintage motorcycles participating in this year's rally
No two rallies are ever the same.
Doctors warn: Human health risks from proposed $730m Kaipara waste-to-energy plant
Health concerns included toxins such as dioxins, heavy metals and gases.
News in brief: Artists invited for Matariki exhibition
The latest news bites from around the region.
Big barge shows Whangārei's boat-building chops
The 57m Kaipara Karrier VII was built by Culham Engineering for Atlas Concrete.
Cameron Leslie heading swim team to Paris
'It’s my fourth Paralympics, but my first in eight years, so it’s very exciting.'
Pathway feels unsafe: Commuter concerns with shared route
Commuters describe their unsafe experiences using the Whangārei shared pathway.
Far North news in brief: Kerikeri flights starting, LTP submissions, SH15 speeds
News snippets from the Far North.
Boost for social housing as Kaikohe units open
Joint venture brings 37 more social homes to Kaikohe.
Police investigate fatal crash in Mangōnui
Police are investigating the fatal crash near the Far North town of Mangōnui last night.
Students to honour Māori Battalion's war efforts in Italy, Greece and Crete
The trip will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for them all.
Long Term Plan: Getting ready for growth - Vince Cocurullo
OPINION: 'There’s a lot to love about living in Whangārei'.
'Not the only approach that works': Educators question structured literacy mandate
The Government has rolled out a new approach to literacy. So far it's had mixed reviews.
'You can choose your attitude': Teacher battling cancer determined to remain positive
Janet Lang has been a teacher for 43 years - and she's not leaving her school yet.
Northland news in brief: Four hurt in Te Kōpuru crash, Kaikohe community housing opens
A crash in Te Kōpuru injured four and other briefs from around Northland.
Can you help find Whangārei’s Zonta Book Fair a new venue?
New venue needed Whangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair sale.
Joe Bennett: We need another name for our phones, here’s some suggestions
OPINION: Today’s mobile phone barely ever makes a phone call.
Fuel prices brought down by competition but motorists still feeling pump pain
The Commerce Commission says price differences cannot be explained by costs alone.
Jonny Wilkinson: Extremist groups have decided vulnerable and disabled people are fair game
Opinion: Disabled people may be susceptible to influence from extremist groups.
Man wanted by police after Tikipunga fatal fire cleared of any suspicion
Police thank the public, Tikipunga homicide investigation continues.
Dairy couple and sharemilker convicted of animal welfare charges give up farming
Whangārei dairy farmers and sharemilker end long careers after guilty verdicts
New swimming lessons will meet deaf community need, instructor says
The move is in a bid to increase diversity and offer more options to the community.
Learning support a game changer for young autistic girl
Ashleigh Wyse's daughter Annalise is a happy girl with a tomboy attitude.
News in brief: Whangārei local crowned in pageant, Far North still open for business
The latest news bites from around the region.
Public donations rake in $140k to keep Whangārei Bird Recovery Centre alive
'This time it was the generosity of the public which saved us.'
Northland nurses 'drowning' in work call for safer staffing levels
One Whangārei nurse says the mental health of her over-worked colleagues is a concern.
Northland steel band the Panimals on performing, EPs and... Grammys?
If you were wondering what a steel band sounds like, you're about to find out.