Mangakahia Area School appoints first Māori principal in more than a century
New principal Maria Dunn wants to restore school's heart and soul.
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One critically injured, one seriously injured in Ngararatunua crash
The crash was reported to emergency services at 8.32am.
Important drawcard: Northland showcased as major foodie destination
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New Far North mayor and district councillors get welcome pōwhiri at Waitangi
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Popular markets return to the Canopy Bridge after three year hiatus
It's been three years since the Whangārei famous markets were held on the canopy bridge.
Word on the street in Kaikohe: Moko Tepania's election lifts pride
Pride and hope for the future is tempered by realism about the powers of local government.
Shakespeare funding announced by MoE - Northlanders thrilled
The Ministry of Education has agreed to provide some support to Shakespeare in schools.
Bout time: Northland slugger taking on former world champ
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Bagpipes and haka: Scotland rugby enjoy Māori welcome
Ngātiwai iwi welcomed the Scottish Rugby Women's Rugby Team at Ngunguru Marae on Tuesday.
Black Fern Krystal Murray hopes Rugby World Cup in Northland inspires next generation of women players
Northland Black Fern Krystal Murray speaks ahead of Saturday's game against Scotland.
Artist calls it quits after 'sustained and nasty attacks', cultural appropriation row
Northland artist Lester Hall merges Māori symbols with Kiwiana imagery.
Teens arrested after burglary, aggravated robbery
Two 15-year-olds and a 13-year-old have been charged.
Northland leader Sonny Tau's trial aborted - but no fault of either Counsel or the defendant
A trial for Northland leader Sonny Tau has been aborted due to legal reasons.
Emergency doctor calls for better animal control resources in the Far North to curb dog attacks
A worrying number of dog attacks on Far North residents has prompted calls for resourcing.
'It's appalling': Presence of women in local body government declines
Northland has had three women mayors and one regional council chair.
Restoration of historic church fulfils long-held dream
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Whangārei Fringe 2022: Blackadder's irreverent romp delights
An admirable and successful stage adaptation of a much-beloved British period sitcom.
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Prominent Northland leader charged with indecent assault on teenage girl
Raniera (Sonny) Tau is on trial in Northland for indecent assault allegations.
Bay's first cruise passengers since 2020 welcomed by local hapū
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Councillors join in the fun at Diwali celebrations in Whangārei
More than 200 turn up for an afternoon of song and dance at Diwali celebration.
Opinion: Northland one of the worst regions for potholes
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Rugby fans treated to a feast of women's rugby by powerhouses France and England
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Northland divers capture winning shots
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