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![Northland list MP Mark Cameron makes maiden speech in Parliament](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Northland list MP Mark Cameron makes maiden speech in Parliament
Northland-based list MP Mark Cameron has praised WWII heroes in his maiden speech.
![Crown finishes its case in judge-alone trial](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Crown finishes its case in judge-alone trial
Whangārei mum on trial in relation to baby's death expected to learn fate next week.
![Multi-iwi project aims to protect kauri, create jobs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Multi-iwi project aims to protect kauri, create jobs
Without urgent action Northland could lose its iconic kauri forests, minister says.
![Time government focused on real issues, not toys and ties](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Time government focused on real issues, not toys and ties
Government leadership vital to pull it together divided Northland health sector.
![Pupils flock to check out visiting Navy aircraft](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Pupils flock to check out visiting Navy aircraft
A Whangārei Primary pupil's competition entry resulted in a schoolday helicopter visit.
![Another big dry looms this summer](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Another big dry looms this summer
Meteorological drought declared in areas across the Far North district.
![Fourth person charged after Whangārei police operation nets guns and gang members](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Fourth person charged after Whangārei police operation nets guns and gang members
A 26-year-old woman is facing firearm charges alongside a trio of Black Power gang members
![Principal says boys won't know themselves with new build](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Principal says boys won't know themselves with new build
Historical buildings to be demolished as new build caters to WBHS' growing demands.
![Yachties facing cyclones make plea to Immigration Minister](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Yachties facing cyclones make plea to Immigration Minister
The sailing community maintain there is no real guarantee of safe conditions until June.
![Small surges detected after tsunami alert advisory issued](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Small surges detected after tsunami alert advisory issued
Dive charter company in Whangārei sends three boats out despite tsunami warning.
![Library on Urupukapuka Island in Northland well received](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Library on Urupukapuka Island in Northland well received
Urupukapuka Island library keeping Bay of Islands visitors entertained
![Northland rugby's centenary celebrates rich history](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Northland rugby's centenary celebrates rich history
Preparation for Northland rugby's 100th at Semenoff Stadium well advanced.
![Fire that destroyed Northland house treated as arson](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Fire that destroyed Northland house treated as arson
Fire that destroyed a house in Ahipara being treated as arson.
![Junior bowlers going head-to-head in singles](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Junior bowlers going head-to-head in singles
Next Sunday will see the Centre's first-year bowlers face off against each other.
![Safety improvements save lives on dangerous Northland road](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Safety improvements save lives on dangerous Northland road
Safety measures include widened roads and shoulders, flexible barriers, and bollards.
![Whangārei MP Emily Henderson's 'frightening and exciting' maiden speech](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Whangārei MP Emily Henderson's 'frightening and exciting' maiden speech
Whangārei MP Emily Henderson got a few giggles during her maiden speech in Parliament.
![Tumble at Rainbow Falls sparks major rescue](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Tumble at Rainbow Falls sparks major rescue
Injured man, 33, had to be winched from falls by Northland Rescue Helicopter.
![Farewell to 74-year-old early childcare educator](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Farewell to 74-year-old early childcare educator
Much-loved teacher retiring from early childcare centre after 44 years.
![Master carver creating new welcome to Kororāreka/Russell](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Master carver creating new welcome to Kororāreka/Russell
New carvings aim to improve town's ''underwhelming'' entry and honour area's rich history
![Spare a thought for our youth at this time of year](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Spare a thought for our youth at this time of year
'Big time right now' for young people moving into new schools, classes, and year levels.
![Patrons stay away from theatre in Dargaville](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Patrons stay away from theatre in Dargaville
Northland cinema manager pleads for community support to save the theatre from closure.
![Path to premium beef prices to be revealed](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Path to premium beef prices to be revealed
Beef roadshow aims to help beef farmers gain premium prices.
![Northland welcomes Blues Super Rugby squad](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Northland welcomes Blues Super Rugby squad
Blues players hope tour will help them reconnect with neglected Northland fans.
![GPs protest Mahitahi stoush to health minister](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
GPs protest Mahitahi stoush to health minister
Three GPs say Mahitahi has violated its founding principle of collaboration.
![Two kiwi releases this weekend](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Two kiwi releases this weekend
Whangārei kiwi population to increase this weekend following releases.
![Whangārei MP Emily Henderson gives rousing maiden speech in Parliament](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=876)
Whangārei MP Emily Henderson gives rousing maiden speech in Parliament
Whangarei MP Emily Henderson spoke of Northland's poverty during her maiden speech.