Far North drought could lead to more water retrictions
Far North's big dry could mean more restrictions on water use
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Hot, dry conditions tip Northland into drought
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Local knowledge leading 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
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‘Violent and secretive’: Dog-fighting rings going undetected as fear rules
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Out-of-control rubbish fire revealed as Waipoua blaze cause
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Child dies after incident on driveway in Far North
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Far North could be industrial hemp stronghold if drug law changes
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Hokianga hospital rescue helicopter pad fundraiser hits $20k total in a week
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Cause of Waipoua River fire to be announced as cleanup continues
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6.395kg fish leads first day of 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
1200 fishers at 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza in Far North
6.395kg fish leads first day of 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
1200 fishers are vying for prizes at the 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza in the Far North.
Prohibited fire season for Far North as dry district’s fire risk rises
Waipoua River scrub fire finally brought under control.
North Hokianga A&P Show in pics
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Protesters gather outside court to support Northland’s most well-known green fairy
He denied the charges of cultivating and dealing cannabis as supporters protested outside.
Iconic clock museum burgled, forced to close in peak tourism season
A group of people allegedly smashed a window to gain entry to the Quayside attraction.
Exclusive: Mangawhai woman says she was sucked into tornado’s vortex
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Waipoua Settlement evacuees face another night away from home
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Waipoua River fire contained, families to return home tonight
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