Ruakākā children's deaths: Police took nearly an hour to dispatch staff
Police shared further details after their response time raised questions.
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John Williamson: How tragic events change laws
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Pro wrestler-turned-comic artist Michel Mulipola heading to Northland
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Far North mum keeps the whānau fed, despite financial constraints
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Lighthouse walkway at Cape Rēinga re-opens after storm damage
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Haze Peihopa homcide: Whangārei brothers convicted over death fighting to keep name suppression
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Road Safety Week 2023: Paramedic's warning after seeing too much carnage on roads
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Grief not anger needed to overcome trauma of three young deaths - Emily Henderson
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Sea rescue: Skipper operates on crewmate, guided by surgeon via FaceTime
Northland rescue chopper crew praised for skill, professionalism.
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CrossFit enthusiast picks envelope with $10k rather than $1m.
Enchanter rescuers stunned to receive highest national honour for lifesaving efforts
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Council sounds alarm with Govt over 'worst invasive seaweed' worldwide
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Northland news in brief: Pink Ribbon morning tea; more rain, wind on way and Sistema to turn 10
News snippets from Northland.
'Truly overwhelmed by love': Karnin Petera's family issue heartfelt thanks
The teen's whānau wrote a long list of thank-yous, which included the boy's school.
Northland police on what is killing people on region’s roads
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Family friend saw 'lovely kids' day before Ruakākā deaths
A friend said nothing appeared out of the ordinary when he saw the kids on Sunday morning.
Hokianga residents take a stand against sewage plant plans saying they want their harbour water to be clean
Hearings into renewal of Kohukohu, Ōpononi treatment plant consents to last all this week.
Woman, 25, charged with murder after deaths of two children in Ruakākā
The woman will be appearing in court today.
Noisy roosters and horse deposits: Years of animal complaints in Far North prompt new bylaw
Animal complaints and problems in the Far North have gone unresolved after a bylaw lapsed.
'Forever chemicals': Kaipara waste-to-energy plant plans slated as bad for environment
Kaipara's plans for waste-to-energy plant a bad idea, say environmentalists.
News in briefs from Northland - fatal crash; Hospice week and support for parents
News snippets from Northland.
Last two meetings about extending Kensington rescue heli base lease coming up
Whangārei council to hold last two meetings over rescue chopper base in Kensington.
Kevin Page: Being a model citizen comes with its drawbacks
Posing for a photographer causes issues for columnist Kevin Page.
Dramatic rescue as chopper plucks elderly patient from boat 240km out at sea
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Kids' deaths treated as double homicide
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Road Safety Week 2023: Northland heroes doing their part
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'Shock to the community': Two children dead at Northland home
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Candles blamed for blaze that destroyed Far North home
Fire chief's warning: Make sure candles are secure and far from anything combustible.
Ill-discipline cost Moerewa heavily in Northland prems rugby
Mid Northern chalk up a big score at home in premier rugby
Shane Reti: Government's Winter Plan a good idea, but falls short
Labour’s Winter Health Plan has serious shortcomings, writes Shane Reti.
Category 1 Historic Place status wanted for Kawakawa’s Hundertwasser toilet block
Iconic toilet block has contributed to transformation of Kawakawa since opening in 1999.
Mum's surprise at visit from Kiwi rally great
A Whangārei mother got a start when Hayden Paddon called in with gifts.