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Shane Reti: Economy is moving in right direction, creating more scope for business growth

OPINION: The OCR cut shows inflation is easing and the Govt’s economic plan is working.

Joe Bennett: The foot - an undervalued, uncomplaining beast

OPINION: Like most parts of the body, feet are taken for granted.

I’m proud of what we have done towards the productivity and prosperity of Whangārei District - John Williamson

OPINION: Maungatapere Water Company is a 30-year success story.

Shane Reti: We’re doing our best for all New Zealanders

OPINION: The Government is rebuilding our economy but we have a lot more work to do.

Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Strengthening our community through resilience

OPINION: Your best source of information ... will always be Northland Civil Defence.

Kevin Page: Finally, the time has come to ride off into the sunset

OPINION: Sometimes boyish good looks and natural charm are not enough.

Carolyn Hansen: Improve your health by removing toxins

OPINION: Toxicity is all around us but there are useful steps we can take to reduce it.

Joe Bennett: Think of a number between one and 100

OPINION: What are you hoping for? Do you want me to guess the number?

John Williamson: The road to a potholeless paradise

OPINION: A symptom of our national malaise is expressed in how bad our roads are.

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.

Joe Bennett: Why the dishwasher has become the bane of my life

The device is advertised, of course, as labour-saving, but how much labour does it save?

John Williamson: Wombat crossings aren't just a lick of paint as Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown suggests

Cost can be an issue but the speed reduction and pedestrian safety benefits are obvious.

Kevin Page: Much in need of a hand

So now here I am tapping away with one hand to bring you a giggle over your cornflakes.

Vince Cocurullo: Planning for the future of Whangārei

A key focus for the next 10 to 30 years is ensuring Whangārei is prepared for the future.

Joe Bennett: I haven’t got a bad back and it will soon get better

OPINION: And the plain fact of the matter is that I’ve got an excellent back.

Kevin Page: 'Young people today just have no manners'

OPINION: Common decency and politeness were very much in short supply that day.

Joe Bennett: Toad in the hole makes the ordinary extraordinary

I have loved toad in the hole for as long as I can remember.

Hūhana Lyndon: The Government seems intent on sending us back in time

Opinion: Life expectancy of Māori is, on average, seven years shorter than non-Māori.