Artist on a mission to save Northland's starry skies
Once painting complete artist will cover it in streetlights to illustrate light pollution.
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Northland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.
Two arrests after alleged shooting in Kaikohe
Two men were arrested after a gun was allegedly discharged, police said.
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Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Live: 7829 new community Covid cases, 15 deaths as vaccine mandates lapse
More than 8000 cases were announced yesterday.
Two arrested after armed police swoop on Kaikohe house
A major police callout is unfolding on a Kaikohe cul-de-sac.
A day of heavy rain forecast for Northland
A heavy rain watch is in place for Northland as downpours continue and water levels rise.
Flamboyant band set to bring debut album tour to Kerikeri
T-Bone is urging audiences to ditch the Covid blues for their high energy tunes.
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News bites: Rail upgrades begin, mystery roadside cameras, elderly man found in water stable
The latest news snippets from around the region.
'There's a lot of vigilante talk': Ram raids keep business owners up at night
Northland business owners are having sleepless nights after two ram-raids in one weekend.
Top four teams battle it out on Saturday for a place in the final
Ngāti Hine Moerewa United Kawakawa prems side in the final for the first time.
Increase in anti-social behaviour in Whangārei CBD
A small group of young people are responsible for the increase in anti-social behaviour.
Road reopened after crash on SH1, Mata
Diversions were in place until the scene was cleared.
Covid update: 8028 cases, 16 virus-related deaths including young person aged 10-19
Health professionals are concerned that the uptake of extra shot will be low.
Bank says sorry to ex-MP ordered to take off hat
Kaumātua says the way no-hat rule was applied during a bank visit was discriminatory
Ex-council chief has new, green calling
Rob Forlong's new career move has been announced after departing from WDC in April
Inaugural Matariki Festival in Ahipara attracts hundreds over three days
Matariki Ki Ahipara huge success at the weekend
Gang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warns
There are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.
'Baptism of whaea': The boom in women's football
FC Whangārei Women's team takes part in the Northland 2nd Division, first time since 2014.
Contractor awarded $4.3m after Whangārei District Council wrongly closed his quarry
Whangārei contractor to get $4.3M from council after its negligence closed his quarry
Comment: Flying the flag for golf etiquette
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Drivers told to belt up and slow down after four fatal crashes
There have been four fatal crashes in Northland since last Tuesday.
Kamo bricks were world-famous in New Zealand - even lining the furnaces of warships
A look at historic Kamo Brickworks through Whangārei Museum item
Hora Hora and OBM celebrate their 100th in style
Golden oldies and dinner parts of proud Whangārei rugby clubs 100th bash.
Live: 5549 Covid cases, 11 virus-related deaths
More Kiwis will have access to free flu shots and be eligible for a second booster.
Kerikeri student crowned joint winner of Race Unity Speech Award
Joe Howell's speech about working together to end racism earned him a top podium finish
That's a rap- Mangonui Primary student Heath making music
A Mangōnui boy is experiencing the joy of music, thanks to a longstanding community trust.
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7-year-old to take part in World Hip-Hop Dance Competition
Northland DDF dance crew qualifies for Hip-Hop International, but there's a catch.