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Strength training exercise vital for strengthening immune system - Carolyn Hansen
Regular strength training exercise provide long-term immune protection - Carolyn Hansen

Northland men and women reps preparing for National Interclub Sevens tournament
Latest news from Northland's bowls scene with Gwen Lawson

Well constructed fort earns Whangārei apprentice Elijah McQueen regional title
The 23-year-old building apprentice now has a chance to win big in the national final.

News briefs from Northland - whooping cough warning; hit and run arrest and district plan submissions
News snippets from Northland

'Soul-destroying': Northland GPs burnt out amid staff shortage
Northland GPs are criticising the level of funding for general practice.

Kerikeri's Turner Centre needs ratepayer ownership to survive
Without change, the centre is likely to close in next few years - manager

Paihia200 to mark bicentenary of missionaries’ arrival in Bay of Islands town
Festivities will include a re-enactment, festival and launch of a historical 'timewalk'.

News from the Bay of Islands with Sandy Myhre
Sandy Myhre with the latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds

'A pretty big comeback': Anzac Day dawn service returns to Kerikeri
Anzac Day services diminished in recent years by Covid, sale of Kerikeri RSA clubrooms.

Gumboot Friday gets $14K from Whangārei golf fundraiser
Northland golf tournament raises $12,000 for mental health charity Gumboot Friday.

Ratepayers across Northland face big rates rises
Inflation and a tight labour market among reasons given for big jumps.

Whangārei, Northland and Te Tai Tokerau electorate candidates revealed
Six months from election candidates for Whangārei, Northland and Te Tai Tokerau lining up

Littering in Northland on the up
Cigarette buts, vaping and plastic most prevalent litter items in Northland.

Plan formed for SH1 Mangamuka repairs - but it won't fully re-open before May 2024
At least another year of Mangamuka Gorge closure as $100m fix-up needed.

Back on her feet: How new app helps Northland woman recover from fall
Recovery from a fall at home means Whangārei woman has more time to spend with grandkids.

Northland crayfish limits cut for recreational and commercial fishers
Reductions to commercial and recreational crayfish limits come in to effect in Northland.

Gwen Lawson on bowls - Champion of Champion Pairs and Singles winners
Winners found in Northland Bowls' Champion of Champion Pairs and Singles

Bay News: Historic police house for sale, theatre classes for kids, and Hokianga’s heavenly exhibition
Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds with Sandy Myhre.

Iconic artist Selwyn Muru's life's work showcased in prestigious art centre
The Te Hāpua-born artist is known as one of the most original Māori thinkers of all time.

Open roads: Brynderwyns given the green light; Mangamuka timeline to be revealed
Easter travellers will be able to travel with greater ease over the Brynderwyn Hills.

Northland Sports Awards winners - another big win for Black Fern Krystal Murray
Black Fern Krystal Murray wins supreme award at Northland Sports Awards.

Stem students crowned champions after intense battle of the brains
Students created a car wash, a lightning detector and more in the competition final.

Northland news in brief: Lotto win; and Cyclone Gabrielle relief funding
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.

Colourful Pride Parade supports Northland's LGBTQIA+ community
Whangārei Pride Parade takes to the streets for inaugural event.

When the puzzle is too puzzling, think about something else - Joe Bennett
Clue: A flummoxed columnist - two words (3,7)

Rare pāteke/brown teal return to Purerua in the Bay of Islands
Twenty rare ducks released at Purerua after a three-year pest removal campaign.

Northland fishing club calls for rules NZ-wide to promote marlin tag-and-release
Club says 75% of marlin its members catch are freed; other clubs should follow suit.

Far North Mayoral Fund pays out nearly $37K; half-price ferry fare
News in briefs from Northland