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'Twindemic' of Covid, flu hammering Northland schools
At Kerikeri High, Northland's biggest school, up to 30 teachers are off sick each day.
Whangārei man discovers winning Lotto ticket in his wallet a week later
A week passed before the man realised he should check the Lotto ticket in his wallet.
What's keeping three out of five Northlanders awake at night?
A Kiwi sleep coach gives expert tips on how to catch a good night's kip despite worries.
Quicksand among hazards for early forest workers of the Far North
Murray Braithwaite looks back 52 years in forestry.
'Triumphant and symbolic moment for Northland's international education sector'
Northland prepares to welcome international students for the first time since March 2020.
Comment: Disability needs to be looked from all angles - not just medical
Jonny Wilkinson shares an a-ha moment he had about how we consider disabilities
Exclusive: Police at 'breaking point' threaten to walk off the job
The Police Association says officers are choosing between their jobs and their safety.
'Care and connection' key needs of the homeless, charity boss says
Paihia Facebook post furore has put plight of Northland homeless back in the spotlight.
Peria man told to appeal to the High Court
Northlander cannot leapfrog an appeal directly to the Court of Appeal.
'They will have one glance at us and will change direction or cross the road': Whangarei queer teens face homophobia
The Library Gays in Whangarei was formed to create a safe space for queer teens.
John Williamson: Time to get rid of the 'wet bus ticket' for dangerous driving
John Williamson details what's going wrong when it comes to deterring dangerous drivers.
Far North meth lab at centre of nationwide police operation
Seven people were arrested across the country following Operation Campbell.
Three arrests as drugs, ammunition seized
Operation Cobalt has begun in Northland as police search Dargaville properties.
Paihia CCTV outcry: Apology after homeless man's privacy breached
Facebook page admin says he wanted to get help for homeless man by publicising his plight.
Comment: The missing characters in our culinary story
Sipping a glass of wine in the North is almost always accompanied by incredible views
'I could feel my teeth cracking': Man assaulted after confronting teen troublemakers
A man was left badly bruised after an encounter with a group of youths on a bus.
Whangārei kindy urges whānau to donate spare blankets to boost kids' attendance
Raumanga kindy starts blanket donations to support families during the winter months
Opinion: New era for better health in Aotearoa New Zealand
Health NZ all for better health outcomes, Whangārei MP Emily Henderson says.
Comment: Highway pain will bring significant gain
Waka Kotahi apologises for any inconvenience roadworks are causing you today
$17m Lotto winner alleges woman spent $2.8m on properties for herself
Mark Lipsham gave Kim Helmbright nearly $3m within two months of meeting her
Sixty-one hours of heavy rain forecast for Northland
Enjoy this morning's dry weather as rain is on the cards for most of the week.
'Frantically busy': Covid and flu twindemic hits Northland
A Whangārei GP says this winter's flu is just as severe as the Omicron Covid variant.
State tenants updated on the possible future Kāinga Ora houses
Kāinga Ora mulling options for possible redevelopment of state houses in Ruakākā.
Father and daughter honoured at Surf Life Saving awards
Nicky Howes is the youngest person in the region to receive a life membership.
Motorcyclist died after driver failed to see him
Police release name of the motorcyclist who died on Matapouri Rd over the weekend.
'People are appreciative and down to earth': rural GP on why Northland is an exciting work place
Moerewa doctor says the current health staff shortage is the worst in 50 years.
Kāinga Ora spends nearly $10m on 13 standalone houses
Kāinga Ora has plans to buy more standalone houses in Northland.
Whangārei 98-year-old finishes his 100th parkrun
Colin Thorne says he will try to do at least 50 more of the 5km walk/runs.
Briefs: Fatal crash on Tutukaka Coast, car fire in Kamo, new cop for Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
Editorial: There's a new villain in town this winter and it ain't Covid
The most relatable experience I've had in a long time is the flu, says Karina Cooper.