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'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.
'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
Three arrests as drugs, ammunition seized
Operation Cobalt has begun in Northland as police search Dargaville properties.
'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
Comment: Highway pain will bring significant gain
Waka Kotahi apologises for any inconvenience roadworks are causing you today
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
Opinion: New era for better health in Aotearoa New Zealand
Health NZ all for better health outcomes, Whangārei MP Emily Henderson says.
$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.
Motorcyclist died after driver failed to see him
Police release name of the motorcyclist who died on Matapouri Rd over the weekend.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
Kiwi racing legend claims Far North Rally title
Mechanical issues hamper defending Far North rally champion Ben Hunt.
Motorcyclist dies after crash involving truck in Ngunguru
A serious crash early this afternoon has resulted in injuries.
'It is up to us, as members of Aotearoa, to work towards racial unity' : says Northland teen on winning Race Unity Speech Awards winner
Northland student is named the joint national winner of the Race Unity Speech Awards.
Northland rangatahi claims a double with speech and table tennis wins
Whangārei teen wins big at Race Unity speech contest and secondary schools sports titles.
I wanted to celebrate surviving: Therese Wickbom recalls mental health struggles
Bald Angels Charitable Trust founder Therese Wickbom opens up about her own mental health
Youth homelessness rising: Housing and wraparound support needed, experts say
A housing plan specifically for taitamariki in Whangārei is being considered.
Mid Western veteran to play in his 250th match in semis
Late bloomer ends up playing 249 games for Mid Western rugby.
Carolyn Hansen: Essential nutrients, what they are and why you need them
A healthy diet provides the body with all the nutrients needed for its nourishment.