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Kerikeri to get homegrown version of Antiques Roadshow

All proceeds from weekend-long collectables fair destined for Hospice Mid Northland.

'They have a right to feel safe at work': Firefighters and paramedics endure assaults

The public is urged to be kind to first responders as they endure violence on the job.

Mini crime spree - Kevin Page has the solution to protect his property

Kevin Page has a run-in with what he thinks is a would-be thief.

Groovy device kept a lid on milk boilovers

Its main purpose is preventing milk boiling over on the stove top

Northland speed limit consultation opens

You can now have your say on proposed speed limit reductions.

From big city to small town: Coffee-meeting project a hit with Far North locals

A Kerikeri newbie has created a caffeine-fuelled project in a bid to meet new people.

Kaitaia teen to represent NZ in Australia for polocrosse

Four Northland teens to travel to Australia for polocrosse championship

Budget 2022: Funding hopes for aged care already at 'breaking point'

Pay inequity for aged care nurses has left rest home stretched thin for staff.

Arborist stumped over no protections for Northland's native trees

Local arborist speaks out against relaxed rules around chopping down native historic trees

Northland family reunited with Ukrainian mum: 'Many happy tears and warm cuddles' followed

Northland man sells his most prized possession to build his mother-in-law a house.

International Rally of Whangārei speeds across finish line

The International Rally of Whangārei wraps up after a speedy few days.

Live: 15 Covid-related deaths; average case numbers continue to rise

The number of Covid-related deaths since the start of the pandemic reaches 973.

Whangārei car rally

Whangārei car rally. Video / Michael Cunningham

Waipū clinches tight win in premier rugby against Old Boys Marist

Our photographer captured the close Waipu vs Old Boys' Marist game at Caledonian Park

Demand for Covid vaccine 'trickling': Māori health provider

Northland received nearly $10.9m in funding for the vaccination rollout.

Northland news in brief: Protest at Whangārei Library; daily Covid cases; new cops for Northland

The latest news bites from around the region.

Preparing for the last supper: Jo Seagar on why hospice matters

Celebrity chef has an honest conversation about death for Hospice Awareness Week.