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![Kaipara Harbour snapper with higher aluminium levels okay to eat if healthy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Kaipara Harbour snapper with higher aluminium levels okay to eat if healthy
As long as snapper are not showing 'zombie' symptoms, they can be safely eaten.
![Sick green turtle dies after boatie rescued it in Whangārei Harbour](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Sick green turtle dies after boatie rescued it in Whangārei Harbour
The turtle has died of pneumonia.
![Northlander who paid $30,000 for ovarian cancer treatment wants better options](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Northlander who paid $30,000 for ovarian cancer treatment wants better options
Ovarian cancer needs better diagnosis and treatment in New Zealand, says a 34yo mum.
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![Comment: Scenic stroll turns to canine chaos](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Comment: Scenic stroll turns to canine chaos
OPINION: Kevin Page has a muddy adventure.
![Joe Bennett: The sportive spectacle of sweaty seniors' squash](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Joe Bennett: The sportive spectacle of sweaty seniors' squash
With 137 years between them, Joe Bennett and his friend Fred play squash.
![Carolyn Hansen: Happiness in mind](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Carolyn Hansen: Happiness in mind
OPINION: It’s the lens through which your brain views the world that shapes your reality,
![Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
![Northport fast-track bid sparks debate over Rosie Mercer's involvement](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Northport fast-track bid sparks debate over Rosie Mercer's involvement
Rosie Mercer's wide-ranging advice to Ministers: fast-track, infrastructure & the regions.
![Comment: Dipsticks galore under the hood](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Comment: Dipsticks galore under the hood
OPINION: Kevin Page has been fiddling with his car's engine.
![Police name Kaitāia homicide victim](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Police name Kaitāia homicide victim
The suspect, reportedly known to the man, was charged on Sunday night with his murder.
![Global warming intensified Cyclone Gabrielle - Niwa](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Global warming intensified Cyclone Gabrielle - Niwa
Niwa study finds climate change increased total rainfall during Cyclone Gabrielle.
![Two for one: Classic Taniwha kick off double-header in Whangārei](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Two for one: Classic Taniwha kick off double-header in Whangārei
Classic Taniwha, with former Northland rugby greats, will go against Classic All Blacks.
![Homicide investigation launched after body found in burnt-out car](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Homicide investigation launched after body found in burnt-out car
The body was found inside a burnt-out car on Ripiro Beach on Monday.
![Kaitāia woman charged with murder granted interim name suppression](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Kaitāia woman charged with murder granted interim name suppression
The suspect, reportedly known to the man, was charged on Sunday night with his murder.
![‘Was he looking for help?’: Man killed on Raglan road acting out of character](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
‘Was he looking for help?’: Man killed on Raglan road acting out of character
Steven Cranston died when he was hit by a car while walking his dog.
![Body in burnt-out car: Locals anxious after second homicide on Kaipara beach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Body in burnt-out car: Locals anxious after second homicide on Kaipara beach
A local farmer believes he knows the victim, described as 'a real honey'.
![News in brief: A closer look at Northland news](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
![Kaipara District Council face Māori ward legal challenge in High Court](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Kaipara District Council face Māori ward legal challenge in High Court
Rūnanga applies for judicial review into process council used to abolish Māori ward.
![Woolworths should practise what they preach, striking staff say](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Woolworths should practise what they preach, striking staff say
Woolworths staff are saying their workload is unmanageable and they're not valued.
Rural news
![Sara's side hustle is blooming](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patetrson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
![Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.
![Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.
OneRoof property news
![House-hunting for diplomats: I had one property turned down because of sniper fears](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
House-hunting for diplomats: I had one property turned down because of sniper fears
What ambassadors look for in a Kiwi home.
![Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes
"Oh my god, how did you come up with this idea?"
![Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells
"Mystery house on a hill" snapped up, but buyer and sale price remain a secret.
Latest local property listings
Car news & advice
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![Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)
Mustang chief engineer Laurie Transou explains how Ford can continue with a pure-petrol V8
![Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie
Some company cars are better than others...
![Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs
The basketball legend’s ultra-rare Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 can be yours for a cool $1m.
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![Consistency pays off for Whangārei Silver Ferns star representing NZ in World Cup](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Consistency pays off for Whangārei Silver Ferns star representing NZ in World Cup
Gordon was blown away to get the call saying she’d made the squad.
!['They are just boys that want to cook ' High school turns out top chef men](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'They are just boys that want to cook ' High school turns out top chef men
"It's definitely a sign of the times that things are changing."
![Wedding day chopper crash survivor: 'I knew my back was broken, there was screaming'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Wedding day chopper crash survivor: 'I knew my back was broken, there was screaming'
Rachel Jordan always knew something bad would happen when she was about 40
More Northland news
![Quilt and Textile Art Extravaganza on this weekend in Whangārei](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Quilt and Textile Art Extravaganza on this weekend in Whangārei
The biennial extravaganza is on this weekend and includes a poignant guest exhibition.
![Big shark washes up on Bay of Islands beach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Big shark washes up on Bay of Islands beach
A dive instructor was surprised and saddened by the discovery of washed-up gill shark.
![Comment: Scenic stroll turns to canine chaos](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Comment: Scenic stroll turns to canine chaos
OPINION: Kevin Page has a muddy adventure.
![News briefs from the Far North – Tourism awards, Lotto winner and school film festival](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
News briefs from the Far North – Tourism awards, Lotto winner and school film festival
News snippets from the Far North.
![Cyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report says](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Cyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report says
More than 3400 Northland homes were damaged, with insurance claims of $38m.
![One road to rule them all: Single motorway to swallow 10% of infrastructure spending for decades](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
One road to rule them all: Single motorway to swallow 10% of infrastructure spending for decades
One dollar in every 10 spent on infrastructure will be consumed by a single road.
![Kaitāia paedophile teacher James Parker back before the Parole Board](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Kaitāia paedophile teacher James Parker back before the Parole Board
Kaitāia teacher James Parker is seeking parole after sexually abusing 20 boys.
![Northland Taniwha suffer another agonising NPC loss](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Northland Taniwha suffer another agonising NPC loss
The Taniwha suffered a second consecutive loss.
![Councillor urges tight-knit Kaitāia community to give support after homicide](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Councillor urges tight-knit Kaitāia community to give support after homicide
A 29-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with murder.