Woman dies after falling from vehicle on SH12 near Ohaeawai
A 41-year-old man has been charged with dangerous driving causing death.
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Chance for new leadership after Sadler and Tau exit, leader says
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Course teaches students leadership
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Outrage as family's Christmas tree poisoned
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Person trapped after motor vehicle incident near Kaikohe on SH12
The accident, involving a truck and a four-wheel drive, occurred just before 3pm.
Riders converge on horse trials
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Shooting star takes out top honours
Westlake and Holst were the stars of the show, taking home two major awards apiece.
Guy Fawkes celebrations tinged with safety concerns
The private use of fireworks is not likely to be banned in the near future.
Cricket: Batting class upstages Onerahi
With the eight-wicket win, Maungakaramea move to second on the Lion Red Cup table.
Photos: Tuia 250 in Whangārei
Photographer Michael Cunningham captured these images.
Tuia 250: Flotilla heads to Bay of Islands
The flotilla has been in Whangārei since Thursday.
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Men rescued off rocks in the Bay of Islands
Pair spotted on cliff face in the Bay of Islands after their boat smashed against rocks.
Alexander relishes stand-out year in enduro
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192-year-old painting sparks interest in Russell sea wall
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Whānau Philharmonic brings parents and kids together
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WBHS and KHS take out team badminton titles
Kamo High School's boys' and girls' teams showed their skills, coming second and first.
Hundreds turn out as Tuia 250 crews welcomed
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NZ's response to RWC loss shows we can be better
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Plans to reduce speed on Far North highways
The transport agency seeks feedback on cutting speed limits on two Far North highways.
Over 100km of Northland state highway lanes to be repaired before Christmas
The Transport Minister said 212.4km of state highway lanes will be resealed before March.
Tuia 250 an opportunity to tell history of Māori says carver
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