News snippets from Northland
No injuries in SH1 crash; and Bay Walking Weekend returns.
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Family proud of Northland teen crowned Miss NZ 2020
'I want to show that with hard work you can achieve anything,' says 19yo Sydney Batters.
Toilets gutted in Kerikeri school fire, arson suspected
Flames were shooting out of toilet-block doors and windows when the fire brigade arrived.
Dying son's final wish: Forgive my killer
Tawhirimatea Tahere's last words were for his family to forgive his killer
Builders pull together to help animal charity
BOI Animal Rescue has helped countless creatures since 2016 - now they're getting a hand.
35yo dies in spa pool tragedy: A mother's heartbreak
Roxi Ansari came from the US to help others. Sadly, she died last week aged 35.
Court removes Stephenson Island trustees
Two men breached fiduciary duty to all the owners of Stephenson Island.
Shellfish ban imposed on Northland's west coast
Phone Healthline or seek medical attention if you become ill after eating shellfish.
Whangārei's Kathy Ramsay walking from Cape Reinga to home city
The 53-year-old begins her Northland trek today, walking for mental health.
Whatuwhiwhi community has had enough of methamphetamine scourge
Far North community marches against methamphetamine.
Birckensderfer typewriter a marvel of engineering in 1891
The invention's portability was one of its big selling points as well as a full keyboard.
Vandalised Northland election billboards 'more violent in nature'
The 2020 general election campaign has taken a sinister turn in Northland.
Pink Ribbon bike ride in Northland raised $7144
Motorbike ride through Northland raised more than $7000 to help fight breast cancer.
Avocado thefts a public health risk, grower says
Insecticide spray warning: Buyers of stolen fruit don't know if it's safe to eat.
Whangārei volunteers clean up more than a tonne of trash in monthly clean-up
Marine pollutant, traffic cones, tyres and fire extinguisher found in Whangārei clean-up.
Whangārei's first Fringe Festival attracting sell-out crowds
Whangārei's first Fringe Festival attracting sell-out crowds and growing.
'Hundertwasser would have been proud' of Kawakawa's Te Hononga - Ardern
Opening of art-filled community hub brings Kawakawa's biggest crowd in years.
Civic Honours Awards and a call to vote
Fringe Festival is just what we need after a year of being on high alert, says mayor Mai.
More than 300 parcels given to families impacted by Covid
Community groups help Red Cross distribute parcels to needy families throughout Northland.
Whangārei-born uni student is also army reservist
Whangārei's Matthew Young spends his non-uni time in army reserves.
Waipapa roundabout open for traffic
Work on three roundabouts on Northland's state highway network progressing well.
Whangārei Art Museum showcase rebellious artists
Northland artist Freda Simmonds is at the centre of an exhibition in Whangārei.
Fijians from as far away as Auckland attended
Fiji Day celebration in Whangārei attracts a jolly good crowd.
Northland Kauri just keep getting better
Northland's focus shifts to the Ranfurly Shield challenge against the Magpies this week.
Portraits bring Māori perspective to first contact
Project began with welcome of Tuia 250 fleet to Whangārei's Hihiaua Cultural Centre.
Art show celebrates Dutch-NZ ties
Dutch ambassador also met council reps and a project aiming to combat plastic pollution.
Foodie couple discover hidden gems during Northland tour
Thomas and Sheena Southam from Chasing a Plate give their verdict on Northland kai.
Showhome trashed in new Whangārei subdivision
Vandals have broken into a showhome and trashed it for "s**** and giggles".
Whangārei Fringe Festival kicks off this weekend
The line-up includes theatre, comedy, poetry, music, dance, visual and digital arts.
Under 14s get free entry to both games
Northland rugby targets grassroots and thanks fans for their ongoing support.