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Northland suffers flooding, slips and downed trees with more wet weather to come
A slip closed SH1's Mangamuka Gorge, recently reopened after two years.
Weather: New heavy rain watch for Auckland, more flooding in Northland
Auckland and Northland are under heavy rain watches ahead of school starting tomorrow.
'You've got rat bite fever': Northland woman's warning to trappers
She touched a live rat briefly, leading to severe infection and sepsis.
Cycling champion honoured for trailblazing work in Northland
Steve Gwilliam recognised for having a 'remarkable impact' on Northland's cycle trails.
Missing in Northland: 10 people still out there somewhere
Only two of the 10 missing Northlanders are on the police's public list.
Gerry Paul: Empowering community through the arts
The return of the Ngāti Rēhia Community Kapa Haka Programme
Opinion: Abundant apple harvest turns into burden
The obvious solution is to give them away, to feel the joys of generosity.
Northland Expressway plan proceeds as landowners face property loss
The Northland Expressway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei.
Young Northlanders turning out in droves for Anzac Day ceremonies
Round up of today's Anzac Day celebrations around Northland
Quiet summer for Northland beaches as water safety efforts take hold
Surf club patrols wrapped up last weekend and will restart on Labour weekend.
Subdivision deal clears path for new homes, despite quarry concerns
Houses cut from a Hikurangi subdivision plan in a settlement with a concrete company.
Aucklanders with Northland homes can vote in local elections
Only one non-resident vote is allowed per property.
'Incredibly dangerous': Laser attacks threaten aircraft safety
Far North District Council says the same individual may be responsible for the strikes.
Person critically injured in SH1 crash with truck
Emergency services attended the scene and SH1 was closed for some time.
New social supermarket in Kaikohe to address food insecurity
The social supermarket will provide additional resources, including a whānau space.
News in brief: Tim Robinson elected new chair of NorthChamber
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Fantastic news': Leaders welcome progress on Northland expressway
The new road is likely to be tolled, according to Transport Minister Chris Bishop.
Editorial: Now build it and watch Northland grow
OPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.
News in brief: Air NZ backs solar boost with $600k investment
The latest news bites from around the region.
The long road to recovery: Cyclone Tam's aftermath lingers in Far North
More than 20 Far North homes are still without power after the storm.
Your guide to Northland's Anzac Day commemorations
A host of commemorative services are planned for Northlanders to pay their respects.
Far North will not forget - Anzac Day commemoration events in the district
Plenty of Far North Anzac Day events to remember the fallen.
'Owners want to do the right thing': Northland trust fights dog overpopulation
The trust has helped desex almost 400 dogs since 2023 but demand is surging.
Kaitāia College Senior Drama students fundraising to go to national Shakespeare final
Fundraiser to get Kaitāia College students to National Shakespeare Fest after regional win
Northland’s thin blue line getting nine new police recruits
Nine new police officers for Northland, with three in the Far North
25 years of Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled
Riding for the Disabled celebrates a quarter of a century at the Church Rd complex.
'Could've caught them out': Cyclone's potential impact on dolphins
Three dolphins died after three different strandings in Whangārei over Easter.
'Unnecessary interruptions': Kamo firefighters frustrated by vandalism
Kamo Fire Station windows have been smashed five times in the past year.
'Long-suffering' patients: Whangārei doctor on healthcare system strain
Doctor shortages and delays were major issues discussed in Whangārei.
Groundbreaking Te Hiku programme puts 13 new teachers into Far North
Far North man Takawai McMath swaps building for teaching on Te Hiku programme
Plenty of stonewalling at Far North stonemasonry workshop
Five-day Kerikeri stonemasonry course gives insight into ancient craft.
News briefs from the Far North: Bay sports hub to open and Pink Breakfast hosted
News snippets from the Far North.
Easter shopping confusion leaves our pantry bare - Kevin Page
A rainstorm and a car chase kept us from restocking our groceries.