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Bay of Islands' summer rubbish barge back
Councils and waste firm combine to keep Bay of Islands rubbish-free.

Councils called on to mark Declaration of Independence
Councils called on to mark Declaration of Independence.

Maungakaramea claim T20 double
An early shower of rain did nothing to dampen the spirits of Maungakaramea's cricketers.

Opinion: Lindsay fundraiser shows community strength
This is how Northland's sporting community should act - in unity, not division.

Fitting footy tribute to Whangārei's Aimee Lindsay
Fitting footy tribute to Whangārei's Aimee Lindsay.

Swimmers go the extra mile
The pool was a great spot to escape the summer heat on Saturday.

Northlander returns lost wallet to German tourists
The tourists lost their wallet at Matapōuri while travelling around with their campervan.

Mishmash topple Hawks for mixed doubles title
Northland's tennis talents have been busy in the lead up to Christmas.

Hislop chasing her American dream
Fifteen-year-old Gabi Hislop could be New Zealand's next star in America's football scene.

Northland's Christmas weather forecast
Plenty of sun expected, particularly on the east coast.

Navy urged to move to Whangārei as well as Ports of Auckland work
Navy urged to also make the move north.

Holiday traffic on way to Northland for summer
Roadworks on SH1 between Whangārei and Auckland could mean longer traveling times.

Save water or live with restrictions, Northlanders warned
Northland has had just half its normal rain as the big dry is predicted to get worse.

Visitors in for a summer treat at Ruakākā races
There will be free parking and free buses from Whangārei, Marsden Cove and Ruakākā Beach.

Caterer gives back to Dargaville community
A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.

Hikurangi claim second win in five days
Even over the Christmas and New Year period, Northland's bowlers will be kept busy.

Night-time rescue of man from cliff at Spirits Bay
Rescue of trapped climber carried out in dark and windy conditions.

Trina Henare's focus on whānau
Sport Northland's Trina Henare is determined to see more Māori involved in sport.

Northland – single super council not on agenda, but closer ties are
Northland councils working closely together.

Boost for roundabout project means second bridge and double-laning
Work at the roundabout a Loop Rd and SH1 intersection will now be double-laned.

News briefs from Northland: Better broadband, shed fire and court cases
News briefs from Northland.

Ministry confirms Kāinga Ora failed to secure lease for Ruakākā site
Whangārei MP Dr Shane Reti said there was no healthy discussion with the community.

Eastwood: Moderation is key in holiday season
Brent Eastwood delivers his final Sport Thought for 2019 - and it's a good one to remember

Konia in, Witcombe out for Taniwha
George Konia is looking to turn Northland's fortunes around in the Mitre 10 Cup in 2020.

What's On: Christmas comes to Northland
There's plenty of Christmas events for the family.

Debate over sausage sizzles heats up
Alternative sites are being sought for St John in Paihia following a sausage sizzle feud.