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Far North news in brief: Event funding available, Māori roll closes and speed reductions
News snippets from the Far North.
Bridge to prevent flooding in Moerewa and Ōtiria gets first 25-tonne beam installed
Ōtiria and Moerewa flood scheme progresses with massive beams in place
Bay of Islands Sailing Week has new venue
Bay of Islands Sailing Week organisers have high hopes for the 2024 regatta.
Northland teen who murdered man in Bay of Islands gets reduced sentence
Teenager who fatally stabbed Bram Willems has life sentence quashed by Court of Appeal.
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Opinion: Callaghan Innovation helping break down barriers to R&D.
News in brief: Crash victim named; hundreds object to property revaluations
The latest news bites from around the region.
'You just can’t survive': GPs under pressure due to underfunding
Some GPs are dipping into their mortgages to survive.
'Where does it end?': Push back against mayor's te reo shake up in annual plan
The original bilingual annual plan will be accompanied by a second English-only version.
Out of the worst of humanity came some of the best: Rob Ludlow's family rally to fundraise following street attack
Golfer Luke Toomey gets hair cut to raise funds for brother-in-law Rob Ludlow.
Ban on high school's risky activities lifted months after Abbey Caves death
The move by WorkSafe has no impact on its wider investigation into Karnin Petera's death.
Local girl Hannah Wilkinson will be in action tonight against the Philippines
Win guarantees Hannah Wilkinson's Ferns a spot in the knockout stage
Fire at old school devastates Far North community
A suspicious fire has destroyed an old Far North school that had been a recreation centre.
'This time was worth $10,000': Panel beater pays out for car damaged by potholes
Motorist slams council and Waka Kotahi NZTA for the state of roads.
Next-gen speed camera near Kawakawa won't issue speedsters tickets for several months
Far North gets first fixed speed camera, but it could be months before it issues tickets.
Impressive line-up for Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Fest
Big names come out for 38th Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival
Opinion: The things you see when you’re in your car
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Northland Environmental Awards see Far North shine
Far North people and projects win big at Northland Environmental Awards.
'Listening to the room' Community housing development plans withdrawn after public backlash
Far North Holdings have withdrawn the application after 'listening to the room'.
New CCTV upgrade welcomed but larger police presence needed
Business owners and community leaders want to see more police on the beat alongside CCTV.
Northland news in brief: Plane issue at airport; two Lotto winners
Catch up with what's happening around the region.
Beloved Northlander Phyllis Clark to turn 100
She believes exploring the world has added to her overall health.
Northlanders sending winter warmth to South Island with citrus from Lions Clubs' campaign
Whangārei Lions clubs again collect tonnes of winter fruit for southern folk.
Mid Northern still the kings of Northland rugby
Double celebration for Mid Northern Premier and Division 1 teams.
Community composting programme wins Northland Environmental Awards
CBEC EcoSolutions’ big winner at Northland Environmental Awards
Jonny Wilkinson: Scammers are targeting everybody, including the disabled
Columnist Jonny Wilkinson says scammers are even targeting disabled organisations.
Minister faces persistent calls for action over 'high-risk' wartime ship leaking oil
Government Minister Kiri Allan has agreed to meet with the forum lobbying for a survey.
Carolyn Hansen: Be your own best friend
It’s not always easy to get this healthy lifestyle thing down.
Our Treasures: Chip off the old hat block
Some hat blocks could be used as a stretcher.
News in brief: Para-athlete targets Paralympics with Peru competition
The latest news bites from around the region.
Ghosts beneath the surface: The ships destroyed in our seas
While the spotlight is on the RMS Niagara, it is not the only ship to meet its doom here.
Region pinned firmly on foodie map in Cuisine Good Food Guide
Seven Northland restaurants have been named in the prestigious Cuisine Good Food Guide.