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Concerns SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure will see safety compromised

Roadworks are being done on detours, but not everyone believes they'll be up to scratch.

Derelict scout den in Onerahi goes down in flames

Residents say Onerahi Scout Den sat derelict for years ahead of fire.

Chromebooks, shoes, uniforms and stationery - the overwhelming list returns

Between stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.

Looking for Treasure: How a popular Pātaua campsite became a sought-after gem

As Treasure Island's owner looks to move on, a new book captures the vast memories.

News briefs from Northland - Moth plant and rook warnings

News snippets from Northland

Northland movement inspires rescue equipment on beaches across country

The move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.

Keeping it interesting: Northlanders' dining habits revealed in new report

Northlanders are demanding more from their dining experiences according to a new report.

'Mum would've loved that': Calls to restore and protect Dame Whina Cooper's former home

Cooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.

Northland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekends

Holidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.

Quick action by the public helps foil burglary at sports shop

After calls from witnesses, police arrived on the scene only seconds later.

$6.6m for Far North iwi Ngāti Kuri for vital environmental work

Ngāti Kuri gets $6.6 million for land restoration and save taonga species

Homeless trespassed from downtown Whangārei streets

A homeless man says he is prevented from accessing the city's only day shelter.

'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller

'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the 'terrible tragedy''

Judge rebukes violent man: What kind of message are you sending to your daughter?

'What would you say if she came home with a black eye?'

Residents start petition to halt Kāinga Ora project in Whangārei

Residents in Kensington are hoping to halt all Kāinga Ora's projects in the area.

'I don't want to die': Woman recalls water rescue at Pātaua

Potoz Morunga Rudolph cried when she realised how close she came to not making it home.

Person dies in Whangārei workplace incident, initially reported as truck crash

WorkSafe has been advised of the incident.

'We can't get them': Northland shops and markets struggle to source apples

Can't find any apples at your local shop? The Advocate reveals why.