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News bites: Rail upgrades begin, mystery roadside cameras, elderly man found in water stable
The latest news snippets from around the region.
'There's a lot of vigilante talk': Ram raids keep business owners up at night
Northland business owners are having sleepless nights after two ram-raids in one weekend.
Top four teams battle it out on Saturday for a place in the final
Ngāti Hine Moerewa United Kawakawa prems side in the final for the first time.
Increase in anti-social behaviour in Whangārei CBD
A small group of young people are responsible for the increase in anti-social behaviour.
Road reopened after crash on SH1, Mata
Diversions were in place until the scene was cleared.
Gang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warns
There are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.
Contractor awarded $4.3m after Whangārei District Council wrongly closed his quarry
Whangārei contractor to get $4.3M from council after its negligence closed his quarry
Comment: Flying the flag for golf etiquette
It would have been unfair and unkind of me to take my misfortune out on them
Drivers told to belt up and slow down after four fatal crashes
There have been four fatal crashes in Northland since last Tuesday.
Kamo bricks were world-famous in New Zealand - even lining the furnaces of warships
A look at historic Kamo Brickworks through Whangārei Museum item
Stuck without a doctor? Find out what to do and where to enrol
Desperately looking for a GP? Not sure what to do if you don't have one? This is for you.
7-year-old to take part in World Hip-Hop Dance Competition
Northland DDF dance crew qualifies for Hip-Hop International, but there's a catch.
Northlander Lani Daniels wins 3rd NZ boxing title
Third NZ boxing title for Northland's Lani Daniels
Kennel cough making a dog's breakfast of Northland canine health
Northland vets say they are seeing more cases of canine cough among the region's dogs.
Annual Mangawhai Heads Loggerheads longboard surf contest has more than 60 entrants
More than 60 compete at Mangawhai Heads longboard surf contest - 15-year-old cleans up
Shane Reti: Dental exam wait climbs for kids across the country
Up to two thirds of kids in some DHBs are waiting for dental appointments.
Big rise in e-scooter ACC claims in Whangārei since Beam trial started
53 new ACC claims in six months of Whangārei e-scooter trial - a four-fold rise.
Horticulture course for people wanting to get into Northland's horticulture industry
People wanting to get into the Far North's horticulture industry can enrol in a new course
Whangārei Torpedo 7 ram raided less than two months after opening
Torpedo7 is the latest store to be ram raided in Whangārei.
Carolyn Hansen: How to exercise your bones and joints as well as your muscles
All types of exercise are good and contribute to our health but this training is the best.
Tiki Tour exhibition captures the heart and mind
Sometimes it's good to think about the world in a different way.
Departing health boss reflects on his 11 years at the top of Northland DHB
GP crisis among Dr Nick Chamberlain's biggest disappointments at Northland DHB.
Paul Ego's happy place: Comedy veteran talks gigs and laughs on eve of 7 Days Live tour
Comedian Paul Ego is keen on pushing the boundaries during the current 7 Days Live tour.
Cost-saving tips for Northlanders by Northlanders: Food, fuel and more
Top tips which could save you hundreds of dollars as the cost of living rises.
'Hard-out' fans descend on Kerikeri to watch ABs train
More than 1500 people turned out for a glimpse - and an autograph - of their rugby heroes.
Young Northlander Cameron Wright savouring time with NZ Navy
Ex-Bream Bay College student inspired by cousin's tales about his navy deployments.
How to mitigate, overuse injury and overtraining syndrome
Parents play a key role their children's sporting experiences.
Elderly man found unconscious in Whangārei Marina waters
Northland Police are investigating a water-related incident in Whangārei.
Renowned Māori astrologer Rereata Makiha reveals best spots to see Matariki
Northlanders gearing up to see the Matariki star cluster may have to adjust their sights.
Northland farmers study eligibility of trees for carbon credits
Totara might not be considered weeds any more, consultant says