One injured in youth fight in Whangārei
Police were called to the fight on Cross St on Tuesday.
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Operation Cobalt: Northland police searches lag behind other districts
The operation, designed to target gang activity, has still resulted in over 1000 charges.
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Nine of the homes will be developed for those with mobility needs.
Fish of the Year: Ocean giant takes over from petite seaweed-living rarity
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The one-time political candidate was found guilty of a number of charges.
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The family says "a long and uncertain road" lies ahead for Rob Ludlow.
Overnight burglary at Countdown, no arrests yet
Inquiries are ongoing, a police spokesperson said.
Comfort food on the menu to raise vital funds for cyclone-devastated areas
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'It's something we all fear could happen': Lawyer attacked in court lift speaks out
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Meth capital of New Zealand revealed in wastewater tests
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The digital Trojan horse: Should we be concerned about TikTok?
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David Grindle: Govt-inflicted costs squeezing employers
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‘At their wits’ end’: Art show highlights families’ struggle with meth
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Retiring JP calls on young people to become JPs
High number of traffic offences still bugs recently retired JP.
Claim of unjustified dismissal against Corrections
The Department of Corrections employee was terminated after refusing Covid-19 vaccination.
'Everyone will be counted': Census forms go to door-to-door
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Whangārei’s new all-weather athletics track gets soggy test, but ready for racing
Whangārei athletics track recently repaired after over a decade of use.
'Poorly planned and executed': Police unjustified in using firearm, taser in busy car park
The arrest attempt was 'poorly planned and executed', the IPCA said.
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