Tensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch ban
The new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.
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Dangerous Black Power member flees police: Sponge round fired during chase
Police appeal for information as to the whereabouts of Black Power member Toa Pitman.
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Kerikeri's Jack Poutsma reveals how he overcame severe head injury from motorbike crash.
News in brief: Police investigate inmate’s sudden death
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Man burst into home, pulled gun on woman and her son while demanding drugs
He fired a shot which flew past the son's head and through the TV.
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'He does have a hole in his soul': Man who caused death of off-duty policewoman sentenced
Gail Shepherd is described as a genuine, straight talker who kept her family together.
Tanks a lot: Mike Butler's water tank project helps whānau in need
The Far North resident, 63, also leads civil defence, festivals and marae work in Moerewa.
Kaitāia market stall gathering views and questions for 2025 Far North District Council election
Kaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections
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'Born sleeping': How this Kiwi mum marks the loss of her stillborn daughter
Kerikeri mum honours stillborn daughter with annual cafe donations and balloon releases.
Whangārei’s fluoridation fracas flares as deadline nears
The council is required to add fluoride to its water by March 2025.
Toddler falls ill after playing in E. coli-contaminated fountain
Council apologises after E. coli in fountain; changes treatment to prevent future cases.
Commercial vessel caught with gear in marine protected area
Northland Regional Council said it was the first time a formal enforcement has been done.
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Kevin Page: Fuel station mix-up had me worried
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News in brief: House tour raises a record amount
The latest news bites from around the region.
'I've had nightmares': Petition calls for Govt action to fight toxic weed
Without a proper plan the weed would take over the landscape and dominate pasture.
Man in moderate condition after allegedly being stabbed twice in Whangārei
The man was taken to hospital with two stab wounds.
'We are so grateful': Preschooler with brain tumour has skull-wedge reattached
Preschooler diagnosed with aggressive neuroblastoma at top American facility.
News in brief: Monthly food prices fall; Kaitāia Spring Clean postponed
The latest news bites from around the region.
Sand mining concerns grow as Bream Bay project could be fast-tracked
The fast-track process may hand 'the keys to the coastline' to the sand miner, some fear.
‘This baby is going to be so loved’: Woman's 'super-selfless deed' for couple
Despite complications, Colthurst plans to deliver a healthy baby to the supportive couple.
Joe Bennett: A trip to the optometrist
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'This is a woman who lies:' Fake landlord scams desperate family before Christmas
Judge: 'How can you take that money and deceive people who are so desperate?'
'Women make great leaders': Uplifting event boosts women’s leadership skills
The Leading Ladies Northland event encouraged women to push aside self-doubt.
Woman's despair when car pinched, pet dog stolen as well
Dog owner says beloved pet was thrown to the ground and injured.
New low-cost rentals in Whangārei to tackle housing crisis
Ten new houses in Whangārei will be offered at 80% of the market rental.
Far North Mayor Moko Tepania outlines recovery plans at first state-style address
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Hospital workers say patients were transferred because of lift breakdown
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Students inspired at first te reo Māori immersion careers workshop
About 8000 students have been through the Inspiring the Future programme.