Lives at risk from Ahipara blazes, fire boss says
Some evacuees are still waiting to be allowed home.
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Parts of Kaipara and Far North districts ban water sprinklers
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Fish smoker caused fire that destroyed house before Christmas
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New Northland roundabouts will make traffic go more smoothly this holiday period
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Over 5500 Northland ACC claims over festive season
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