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Whangārei Mayor 'horrified' by Kamo drive-by shooting
Police have called on the public for information related to the shooting or stolen van.
Parents beg the 'Karens' to let the children play
Removal of playground chimes sparks volley of opinions.
International Rally of Whangārei roars through the district this weekend
Former WRC driver Hayden Paddon hot favourite for International Rally of Whangārei.
25 years heeding siren's call for Kaitaia fire brigade stalwart Grant Baker
Kaitaia Fire Brigade member Grant Baker honoured for 25 years' service.
Rodney Bell tells extraordinary life story through dance
Multimedia show uses breath-taking dancing, live music and AV projections.
Whangārei tennis ace: Wendy Jambor on balancing business, kids, and gold medals
The Pascoes Tennis Seniors National Championships attract the top players nationwide.
News snippets from Northland
No suspects in suspicious lodge fire; and Hongi Hika's musket withdrawn from sale.
Whangārei drive-by shooting: Police want witnesses to come forward
Police believe the vehicle arson in Kamo was linked to the drive-by shooting.
Northland nurses: 'We're sad and feeling deflated'
Nurses are disappointed after recent announcements on pay for public sector employees.
National STAR award for Northpower worker Matt Iorangi
Northpower employee wins Supreme category in prestigious Transpower STAR Awards.
Help floods in for woman who always helps others
For 14 years Monika Welch has been helping others. Now it's her turn to be helped.
Northland's booming marine industry providing opportunities for students
Teachers of students keen to get into Northland's marine industry can learn more at event.
News in brief: Check your car seats, busy book-borrowing month
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Man finds message in bottle on Ninety Mile Beach from Greek captain
The bottle is complete with a master mariner's business card. But there's a problem.
More than 100 dogs and puppies handed over following SPCA investigation
Over 100 dogs and puppies at an alleged Northland puppy farm have been given to the SPCA.
World's biggest skateboard to promote Tokyo OIympics tours Northland
Giant board due in Mangawhai today as it continues its ride around the North.
Clear-out sale to help family after tragedy in Kerikeri
Popular shop owner, noted for her generosity, died tragically near Kerikeri on April 13.
More big wins for Northland cheesemakers Mahoe, Grinning Gecko
The Rosevear family is rapidly running out of space for their Very Old Edam trophies.
Talented Whangārei teen squash player wins top title at AON New Zealand Junior Open
Teen's six years playing include international tournaments and winning national titles.
'Why would anyone do this'; response to Kaitaia Cemetery flower thefts
Victor Rakich wants answers after plants were stolen from his parents' graves in Kaitaia.
Mangawhai shared path and intersection upgrade work starting this month
Work to start on Mangawhai's shared path and intersection upgrade.
Turntable Hill flood project almost finished
The $850,000 project won't stop floods but should make then much less frequent.
News snippets from Northland
Musician Dianne Swann comes home to play; and enviro trailblazers sought.
Youth mental health services in Northland to get millions more in funding
$4.6 million for more youth mental health services in Northland and Auckland.
New Hikurangi community cops hit the ground running
The duo are responsible for one of Northland's largest police patches.
Free school lunches devoured by Far North students
Almost 15,000 Northland students are now receiving free school lunches.
Far North District Council gets improved rating in local government excellence
FNDC has improved its overall rating in a local government excellence programme
Manawatū coast surprise: Third venomous sea snake turns up
The latest sea snake was found on a beach by an 11-year-old boy looking for shells.
Call to fix Northland roads alongside speed limit review
A big chunk of Northland's state highways could have speed limits slashed after a review.
Amazing Dinosaur Discovery brings pre-history to life in Whangārei
Pre-history is brought to life in Whangārei with the Amazing Dinosaur Discovery.
Jail term for fleeing driver who shot at police upheld
The High Court has dismissed an attempt by a fleeing driver to reduce his prison sentence.
News snippets from Northland
Police seek witnesses to city assault; and another Lotto win