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Watch: Up to 55,000 people march on Parliament in unprecedented day of protest - only one arrest

As the crowd chanted, Seymour walked back into the Beehive with his MPs.

Toddler falls ill after playing in E. coli-contaminated fountain

Council apologises after E. coli in fountain; changes treatment to prevent future cases.

Spooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym club

A spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.

News in brief: House tour raises a record amount

The latest news bites from around the region.

Commercial vessel caught with gear in marine protected area

Northland Regional Council said it was the first time a formal enforcement has been done.

Kevin Page: Fuel station mix-up had me worried

OPINION: I've never found it so difficult to part with my money.

'I've had nightmares': Petition calls for Govt action to fight toxic weed

Without a proper plan the weed would take over the landscape and dominate pasture.

'It's tough but I'm tougher': Te Tai Tokerau MP reveals challenges of Parliament

Mariameno Kapa-Kingi talks infrastructure, Northland roads and Parliament's challenges.

Fake plates outsmarting speed cameras, Northland leaders warn

A councillor was alerted to the issue by an NZTA staff member.

‘This baby is going to be so loved’: Woman's 'super-selfless deed' for couple

Despite complications, Colthurst plans to deliver a healthy baby to the supportive couple.

'This is a woman who lies:' Fake landlord scams desperate family before Christmas

Judge: 'How can you take that money and deceive people who are so desperate?'

'Women make great leaders': Uplifting event boosts women’s leadership skills

The Leading Ladies Northland event encouraged women to push aside self-doubt.

Woman's despair when car pinched, pet dog stolen as well

Dog owner says beloved pet was thrown to the ground and injured.

New low-cost rentals in Whangārei to tackle housing crisis

Ten new houses in Whangārei will be offered at 80% of the market rental.

Treaty Principles Bill passes first reading after House suspended for haka, ‘appalling’ disruption

The House was suspended briefly after the haka disrupted voting.

Far North Mayor Moko Tepania outlines recovery plans at first state-style address

Mayor Moko Tepania outlines Far North's recovery plans at first state address in Kerikeri.

Hospital workers say patients were transferred because of lift breakdown

The workers dispute Health NZ's statement on the effect of the lift malfunction.

Students inspired at first te reo Māori immersion careers workshop

About 8000 students have been through the Inspiring the Future programme.