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An unofficial guide to the best beaches in Northland
With surf breaks aplenty and relatively uncrowded expanses of sand, there's a wide choice.
Hospitality worker jailed for trail of thefts stretching length of NZ
David Wotherspoon's dishonesty stretched the length of the country.
Top chefs dish up top tips for creating Christmas feast on a budget
Plus two recipes to brighten up your festive fare this holiday season.
Photos: Runners given a splash of colour as The Ray White Hatea Loop Challenge takes off
The event attracted a great crowd of all ages.
Sweet deal: Six tonnes of 'wonky' kūmara rescued
Wonky Box has expanded its produce distribution operation and now delivers locally.
'It's a set up': Pound worker maintains he didn't poison the milk
A judge has reserved his decision after the case closed this week.
Pharmacist who heckled Ardern struck off after denouncing Govt's Covid response
The pharmacist heckled the former PM at a press conference, leading to it being shut down.
Having to turn away people on Christmas Day is heartbreaking, Salvation Army says
It's heart-breaking says the Salvation Army
Farmers urged to be vigilant as fall armyworm confirmed in Northland
Several cases of fall armyworm have been confirmed on Northland farms lately.
'Fear in our community' Residents anxious as Kāinga Ora plans 50-house village
The changes threaten a major upheaval to residents' way of life.
Rebels kidnapping trial: Guilty verdicts after four-day deliberation
The men were charged with kidnapping and violent offences including firearms.
Red flag from 1990s shows lack of nitrate tests in drinking water
The nitrates are among the highest in the country but involve old data.
Worker accused of poisoning colleague by spiking milk with antifreeze
A bottle of antifreeze was found in the stationery room with the seal broken.
'Incredibly rare': Northland man finds two dead sharks on morning walk
A man came across two dead sharks on Uretiti Beach during a walk this morning.
Police seek witnesses to Hūkerenui fatal crash
The November 30 crash claimed the lives of two teenagers.
"Proud to be Māori" was the mantra of one of the youngest protesters among 600 at the Whangārei hīkoi
The Whangārei hikoi was full of passion for mokopuna.
Hot property: Overseas buyers fly in to view 'highly desirable' Whangārei Heads home
Potential buyers choppered in to the semi-remote area to view the stunning home.
Grandmother takes a stand against smokefree repeals to protect future generations
Helen James does not want her young grandchildren to have the choice of smoking.
'I felt half my face drop': 'Uninvited' neighbour on trial for brutal knife attack
A man who suffered a 10cm face gash claims the alleged attacker shouted 'Killer Beez'.
A broken highway: Transport Minister's pledge to prioritise Brynderwyns bypass route
Waka Kotahi NZTA is calling for feedback on closure dates of the Brynderwyn Hills.
'I got a glimpse of an eyeball': Couple delighted with rare find while fishing off rocks
Graham and Alison Pickering were fishing when they found a rare sea creature.
Focus on environment and te reo learning sees Far North principal win major award
Panguru principal Mina Pomare-Peita earns major award for school's te reo-based education
Photos: Historic fight night for world titles shines bright in Whangārei
World-class boxing lit up the stage in Whangārei in front of an excited crowd.
So much going on: Great day had by all at popular Whangārei A&P Show
Kids and adults had a great time at the 142nd show.
Firefighter recounts fighting the Australian bush fires as he returns home
A Northland firefighter talks about his experiences battling bushfires in Queensland.
Council's Christmas tree comes with a twist
There are 13,750 mappable outdoor LEDs within the new Christmas tree.
Businesses offering better work perks as staff expectations rise
Staff are demanding more work-life balance and businesses are rising to the challenge.
'They just bring joy to people':' Meet the man making a living out of blowing bubbles
He has three Guinness World Records.
Victims tell of heartbreaking fallout after man burgles 36 homes
The 16-month crime spree across Whāngarei left a trail of shattered lives.
Angry Northlanders say incoming Govt has traded children's health for tax cash
Angry Northlanders say the changes will cost lives.
Two teens killed in Northland crash, another critical
Their car crashed into roadworks, lost control and ended up in a paddock.
Charges laid against powerboat skipper after collision with Blue Ferry
The iconic Blue Ferry sank on April 13 after a collision involving the powerboat.
31yo's shock cancer diagnosis months after arriving in NZ
The one question on her mind: “Did I leave this too late?”