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'The last of the old school': Former Hikurangi School principal dies
Bruce Crawford retired from the top job at Hikurangi School last year.

'Not adequately equipped': Big increase in police officers leaving the force
National list MP Shane Reti says Northland needs more police in the right places.

Women's Rugby World Cup: Eagerly-awaited feature match in Whangārei this weekend
England have named a strong run-on side against France for the clash in Whangārei.

Donations needed for lifesaving service
Northland Rescue Helicopter's annual appeal is under way.

Whangārei RSA women's section celebrates 77 year milestone
The women's section has been thriving since being officially formed in the 1940s.

Former rugby coach recalls the moment a 7 year old made Whangārei history
We're trying to find Whangārei's first female rugby player: Can you help?

Northland beef farmers strong rebuke to government emission proposal
Fed Farmers Northland lashes out at government over emissions reduction proposals.

Northland's kiwi population now in good health
The national icon is now not considered endangered, after years of conservation work.

MP talks about girls' fear of sport and how to overcome it
Women's Rugby World Cup to inspire girls to take up sports.

Photo exhibition captures North Hokianga's vanishing way of life
Morrow's project started as a 6-month employment scheme. She kept at it for 10 years.

'Big mistakes happening': Exhausted hospital staff working 16-hour shifts, nurse reveals
'It's quite a scary place to be at the moment, to be honest.'

Comment: Spell it out and avoid the anguish
Here is what Northland employers need to address – today, before it's too late.

NZ-linked Russian billionaire oligarch targeted in latest sanctions
Fifty-one oligarchs, including Abramov, have been targeted through the new sanctions.

Winning Welsh player bolstered by support from dad and sister
Wales rugby fans thrilled at close win over Scotland in Whangārei.

New Whangārei mayor realises 33-year-old dream
People are among the new mayor's biggest passions.

Fans from around the globe flock to Whangārei for Women's Rugby World Cup
The visitors are bringing some international flavour to Whangārei.

Not just an old man's game: Kids golf championship rolls into Northland
The Eagles Boys & Girls NZ Championship is to be held at Mangawhai Golf Club next week.

World Cup comes to Whangārei: Why you should get involved
The delayed Women's Rugby World Cup is set to kick off in Whangārei.

Ticketek fail: Canterbury already through to the semis?
Company admits howler as NPC semifinal tickets seen on its app before the quarter-finals.

Comment: Wrestling with the demons that torment us at night
Joe Bennett explores the world of dreams.

Scrimshaw carvings and an uncomfortable history of whaling
The art of engraving or carving in bone is called scrimshaw.

It says to New Zealand and the rest of the world that disabled people are not wanted and are a burden
The policy essentially bars disabled people from other countries from moving here.

News in brief: Reduced speed limit on Brynderwyn Hill; Loop Rd road works restart
News snippets from across the region.

Ready to book your summer holiday? We've got all you need to know
A travel guide to your summer holiday.

Top 10 things to do between watching Women's Rugby World Cup matches
How to spend quality time in Northland in between Rugby World Cup games

Factors that influence our hunger
Exercise habits have a huge impact on our energy intake.

Motorists to feel pinch of rising petrol prices again
Supply and demand issues will likely lead to higher fuel prices.

US rugby stars 'hijack' Northland cafe, devour 90 pies in two hours
A local cafe owner is ecstatic after US women rugby players spent more than $1000 on pies.