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Police take broad view in rehabilitating high-risk drivers
Northland's top 30 high-risk drivers are to be visited by police in a new operation.
Council apologises to tenants left in dark over sale of flats
Residents living in the council-owned flats known as Almond Court say they are in limbo.
Northland's local heroes make a change
20 Northland locals received the Kiwibank local hero medals on Friday evening.
Young sportspeople aren't to blame
Luke Brooke-Smith and Nik Kini are prime examples of great talent leaving Northland.
What Northlanders think about the port move
Many in the North say it would be good for the region.
Dargaville police station now open 24/7
A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.
Three decades of milk processing at Fonterra Kauri site
Fonterra Kauri has been processing milk from Northland farmers for 30 years.
Thunderstorm interrupts stunning day of bowls
The centre men's open singles final went right down to the wire.
Brereton continues Sport Northland chairman tenure
Sport Northland's recent AGM gave a chance to bring some new faces on board.
Christmas cake heist sparks community spirit
95-year old gifted 20 Christmas cakes to donate to charity after his lot was stolen.
Surfers set down marker ahead of nationals
It was Paul Moretti's first national surfing event win since he was 12 years old.
Transitional housing plans canned after community steps up
Kāinga Ora's plans for 31 transitional housing units were suddenly cancelled last week.
Dance scholarships available in Whangārei
The scholarships will open opportunities for children wanting to dance.
Concerns raised at Ngāpuhi hui
The hui came after the Crown announced it had removed recognition of Tūhoronuku's mandate.
Four men involved in Ōtangarei riot sentenced
Dominque Ormsby landed a coward punch to the back of a policeman's head during a riot
Chemo pump unhooked but Grayson's fight continues
Grayson was diagnosed with anaplastic large cell lymphoma when he was eight months old.
Whiter claims third Summer Bash win
Gaz Whiter, 34, claimed his third title in just four years at Hampton Downs on Saturday.
Clapshaw and Yeates secure singles titles
Clapshaw came back from losing the first set to take the next two and win the title.
New mental health and addictions unit opens in Kaikohe
The service promotes independence and quality of life for people with a mental illness.
Photos: Whangārei A&P Show's largest crowd in three years
Photographer Tania Whyte captured these awesome photos.
Northland riders shine at the show
Riders competed in many different competitions, such as the cowboy challenge demonstration
Road to redemption: Roswell's remarkable Black Sticks return
It's been four years out in the cold, now Dwayne Rowsell is back with a point to prove.
On the hunt with a trapper: 'You have to think like a possum to kill a possum'
"Possums are fussy eaters. They only eat the best of the best."
McCartney the near-perfect role model
New Zealand pole vaulter Eliza McCartney should be who today's youth are learning from.
NRU golf day draws a crowd
The event looked to raise funds for the Rugby For Life programme.
2500 boxes to help families in need this Christmas
The boxes are filled with tea, coffee and other goodies to keep families going.
Lulu Pou jailed for two years for Facebook ticket scam
Lulu Pou jailed this time for ticket scam using Facebook.
Mangawhai lifeguards back on the frontline
Mangawhai Heads beach lifeguards are bracing themselves for another busy summer season.
Loop Challenge explodes with colour
The Hātea Loop was full of oddly coloured runners and walkers on Thursday evening.
Green-thumbed thieves hit Kaipara primary school twice
A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.
Lawson: Northland men and women do battle
The upcoming centre interclub sevens competition will surely provide great drama.
York proving mind over matter
Steve York did just three road rides before tackling four laps of Lake Taupō in 33 hours.
Scammer ordered to pay back $7000 to victims in online ticket scam
A Whangārei woman has been ordered to pay back money to victims she "ripped off".