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Northland news in brief: Four hurt in Te Kōpuru crash, Kaikohe community housing opens
A crash in Te Kōpuru injured four and other briefs from around Northland.
Can you help find Whangārei’s Zonta Book Fair a new venue?
New venue needed Whangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair sale.
'A really big deal' Rare birds make their home in Whangārei bush
Kakariki have returned to a patch of bush where war has been declared on predators.
Joe Bennett: We need another name for our phones, here’s some suggestions
OPINION: Today’s mobile phone barely ever makes a phone call.
Fuel prices brought down by competition but motorists still feeling pump pain
The Commerce Commission says price differences cannot be explained by costs alone.
Northland policewoman Gail Shepherd remembered for ‘amazing’ emergency mahi
'She was a passionate daughter, mother and grandmother.'
Man wanted by police after Tikipunga fatal fire cleared of any suspicion
Police thank the public, Tikipunga homicide investigation continues.
Dairy couple and sharemilker convicted of animal welfare charges give up farming
Whangārei dairy farmers and sharemilker end long careers after guilty verdicts
New swimming lessons will meet deaf community need, instructor says
The move is in a bid to increase diversity and offer more options to the community.
There isn’t a market like it: Owners of popular Kerikeri market hope new buyers keep it going
The Old Packhouse Market in Kerikeri is on the market.
Learning support a game changer for young autistic girl
Ashleigh Wyse's daughter Annalise is a happy girl with a tomboy attitude.
News in brief: Whangārei local crowned in pageant, Far North still open for business
The latest news bites from around the region.
Public donations rake in $140k to keep Whangārei Bird Recovery Centre alive
'This time it was the generosity of the public which saved us.'
Homicide investigation under way after fatal Northland house fire, police release photo of man
Police have released a photo of a person they want to ID after a fatal fire in Northland.
Northland nurses 'drowning' in work call for safer staffing levels
One Whangārei nurse says the mental health of her over-worked colleagues is a concern.
Northland steel band the Panimals on performing, EPs and... Grammys?
If you were wondering what a steel band sounds like, you're about to find out.
'Now I drown': Enchanter skipper on being trapped under upturned boat
Goodhew survived by finding a pocket of air and thought 'I'm going to die'.
'Cold snap': Meteorologists confirm May temperatures lower than usual
The end of autumn is set to be cooler than usual, according to a council climate report.
Mum shares son's journey from troublemaker label to autism diagnosis
Social worker Carolyn Procter shares her parenting story with son, Blaine.
Science fair steers path towards bright future for students
Far North science fair ignites passion for scientific exploration.
Top Energy giving Far North power users up to $300 credit on electricity bills
Top Energy is owned by the people of the Far North.
Hapū and council to consider rāhui at Abbey Caves
The caves were closed for a month after the tragic death of Karnin Petera.
Water tanks installed in response to drought in Northland rural communities
Almost 100 water tanks have been installed to help rural communities.
News briefs from the Far North - kina barren talk, Far North open for business and free Wi-Fi
News snippets from the Far North
Kiwi music great Troy Kingi mentoring Far North’s Got Talent contestants
Northland musician keen to nurture Far North's budding stars.
'Rough as s***': Evidence given about weather on day of Enchanter tragedy, discrepancies arise
'It was horrendous, I wouldn’t put my workers through that': cray boat skipper.
Economy hanging by a thread: Northland MP urges haste in reopening Brynderwyns
There is still no sign of when the Brynderwyns will reopen following two slips.
Far North keeps reputation with hottest April temperature recorded in Kaikohe
Kaikohe recorded a temperature of 29.1C in April - the hottest in the country.
'It's not my bad parenting' - mum of autistic boy shares journey
Lachie Steedman was diagnosed with autism early on in life.
David Grindle: Employment in a time of fiscal austerity
OPINION: Employers should be creative when they consider ways to tighten their belts.
Family of missing Northland fisherman keep faith as search continues
Ferzil Babu’s family remember him as a loving husband and a great dad.
News in brief: Wi-fi rollout for Hokianga residents; Police search for memorial plaque; Peanut recall
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Like a freight train': Survivor's harrowing account of wave that destroyed Enchanter
'The hull was upside down, propellers were spinning, and there was smoke in the air.'