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Gyms braced for onslaught of new members as resolutions kick in
Joined the gym but doubt you'll stick at it? Northland gym owners have advice for that.
'Deeply troubling and unacceptable': Widow seeks answers after husband's death
'The circumstances leading up to Neill’s death have raised serious concerns'
Loved too much: Popular Matapōuri Mermaid Pools slowly recovering
The delicate Mermaid Pools used to have up to 1000 visitors a day.
Volunteers clean up Maunu Cemetery to help raise community spirit
Friends of Maunu Cemetery help tidy the grounds once a week as a way to give back.
SH14 has reopened after serious crash caused main road to close temporarily
Motorists should expect diversions to be in place.
Council defends taking dog from locked kennel on man's property
Sky was a stray a Kawakawa man wanted to adopt, but council took her from a locked kennel.
Artist's work blends alchemy and science
Mangōnui's Jasmine Keir creates an abstract world that mirrors the patterns of nature.
Body found on Ninety Mile Beach: Far North diver remembered as man who 'saved the community'
The diver was known to many as a 'tireless' and 'hardworking' community man.
'Hell of a splash': Great white shark spotted near Whangārei Heads
The white pointer, believed to be 3m long, was spotted leaping out of the water.
'Hopefully the message is getting through' Northland buoyed by low drowning statistics
Water safety education appears to be having an impact in the north.
'It was so painful' - Family of Kaitāia toddler killed in driveway recall efforts to save her
Twenty-month-old girl Azalea-Reign Kiani May Samuels died after being struck by a vehicle.
Northland weather outlook: Warm, wet this month
The last 10 to 15 days of January are ones to watch in terms of possible heavy rain.
'It’s very, very positive': Businesses making hay while the sun shines
One Whangārei cafe owner says this is the busiest summer ever.
Mid Northern Rodeo saddles up for both athletes and protesters
A bull died at last year's event but that was the exception, organisers say.
Dotterel chick dies on Northland beach - warning issued to beware
It was important that people were aware of any nests and take precautions to avoid them.
News briefs from Northland - shellfish warning, Canopy Night Market back and boating disaster averted
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'Retired weed buster' disputes fine for poisoning trees near historic Stone Store
The man who DoC fined $800 for poisoning trees in Kerikeri has disputed the fine.
Orca spotted swimming on its side is not sick, expert says
Orca have been spotted hunting stingrays at popular coastal sites across Northland.
Behind the needles of fine line tattooist Gemma Dudley
Fine-line tattooists have become a common choice in recent years; Gemma is self-taught.
The upcoming Brynderwyns closure will cost about $200 extra for each truck trip
The extra costs for taking the detour will have to be passed on, truck drivers say.
'Deeply impacted whānau': Council to improve road after two young cousins die
After deaths of two cousins in Far North swimming hole, council to make road safer.
6-month-old baby dies in hospital following crash in Waima, Far North
The recent fatality in Northland this year brings the holiday road toll to 19.
Favourable weather conditions here to stay for now in Northland
Settled weather offers a 'good opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities these holidays'.
Short story competition: Northland Year 7 and 8 entries impress judges
Teachers and students worked together on the entries.
Crime, bad road behaviour among key concerns for North's communities over summer
Burnouts, alcoho and roaming dogs are some of the things locals are worried about.
151st Waipū Highland Games: A grand success after massive turnout
The Highland Games are traditionally regarded as one of Scotland’s oldest traditions.
Grub's up: Northland food caravans offer a myriad of quality street food
Northland is home to many food caravans. Reporter Jenny Ling uncovers the top five.
Fears proposed highway service centre will hurt 'every business' in Waipū
The proposed mega development includes a BP service station, shops and restaurants.
Short story competition: Northland students entries impress judges
The winning entries had the judges hooked.
Award-winning Northland brewery's secret to surviving and thriving
As it nears its 10th year in operation, survival is the priority.
New Year Honour recognises the '17yo farm boy from Marua' who became a table tennis great
James Morris, 71, has been made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Granddaughter of late Sir James Hēnare says serving Māori community 'a privilege'
Rowena Tana, 63, has received a QSM for services to the Māori community.