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The latest news bites from around the region.
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Northland police seek witnesses after horror two-car crash in Waipu
Seven people were injured in the crash and four of them were children.
News in brief: Cruise ship season dubbed a success; Parakao pumpkin prizes
The latest news bites from around the region.
Daylight Saving Time ends soon - but don’t make it a big deal, sleep doctor says
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, April 7, but debate about its use continues.
A warm meal eaten with friends best part of Healthy School Lunches, students say
The Health School Lunches programme Ka Ora Ka Ako does more than feed the hungry.
Fire chief says Waipu crash was 'difficult' scene as drivers trapped and children hurt
'It’s been a while since we attended a serious incident of this nature.'
Surfer shares heartfelt thanks after reunion with rescuers
A reunion for surfer who suffered a cardiac arrest in the waves at Mangawhai Heads.
Students as young as 11 being excluded for vaping compels education programme
Rubicon has developed an eight-week programme for students in Year 7-9.
John Williamson: Roadwork site fatalities show temporary traffic management needs work itself
Two tragedies in the region this year have been at sites with traffic management in place.
Far North principals - school lunch programme has profound, positive impact
Principals from Far North kura in the Ngāti Hine rohe say school lunches vital
New briefs from the Far North: Clocks go back, tsunami sirens tested, and seed gathering
News snippets from the Far North.
No more Kiwibank in Doubtless Bay with closure of Mangonui service
Mangonui Kiwibank service closes despite eleventh-hour petition.
Iwi wants Crown to pay for return of hapū land, site of former Towai school
'Our people also want to know whether we can trust the crown in these matters.'
Elderly in Far North will have to give up homes over massive rates rise - Grey Power
Grey Power says 16.5 per cent Far North rates rise will see the elderly sell up.
News in brief: Brynderywns close again; 'Super' snapper breeding programme
The latest news bites from around the region.
Lack of support: Northland principals hit back over bad behaviour in classrooms
It's not about naughtiness, it's about kids who are seriously disturbed, says principal.
End racism is plea from Northland Race Unity Speech Awards students
Whangarei Girls' High School student on her way to the final.
Drought help extended to Northland farmers as big dry continues
Dry weather triggers Government support for farmers.
Delays in getting ear wax removed in Kaitāia mean three-hour round trip for the service
Suspended ear wax removal service at Kaitāia GP clinic leaves couple facing long trip.
Northland GP services at risk as crisis hits sector
Some GP services in Northland at risk of closing as crisis hits.
Vince Cocurullo: Whangārei LTP consultation begins after Easter break
OPINION: We'd love to get your feedback on our proposed plan for the next 10 years.
'Our most successful one so far': Thousands attend Waipu Easter Carnival
'It really takes the whole of Waipu to make this possible.'
Joe Bennett: Ovally displeased with the evolution of the word oval
OPINION: The word oval is an imprecise term.
Our Treasures: Train rides always popular at Kiwi North
On the third Sunday of each month the steam train takes to the tracks.
Jonny Wilkinson: Come on Minister Simmonds - we need a champion of our people, not a champion of the covert hatchet
The funding cut news sent shockwaves throughout the disabled community,
Building for the future big part of Kāinga Ora’s Northland plans
Kāinga Ora's homes are designed to last 50 years.
Northland news in brief: Restricted fire season reminder; man arrested after police pursuit
The latest news bites from around the region.
Firefighters battling two large scrub fires in Far North
Seven fire appliances from Kawakawa, Hikurangi and Whangārei brigades rushed to the scene.
Teen breaks his own national record in 100m backstroke
"I didn’t expect to break my own record, but it feels pretty good."
News in brief: Chopper sparks interest; Far North residents urged to have their say
The latest news bites from around the region.
News briefs from the Far North - Kina restrictions, Easter activity, harpist visiting
News snippets from the Far North.
Kaitāia Lions' 60 years of helping the community worth celebrating
Six decades of community work marked by Kaitāia Lions
Be good, be kind and don’t stress: Far North woman Dolly Urlich's secret to 100 years
Long-time Far North resident Dolly Urlich celebrates 100th birthday.