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Keen eye on feral deer after Bay of Islands sightings
The destructive pests are thought to be living in the wild in six or more locations.
DHB defends position on contact tracing system
The DHB confirmed if Northland had new Covid-19 cases, it would use the national system.
Teens tried in vain to save 18yo stabbed at party - fifth homicide in NZ in a week
Neighbours felt 'something not right' before hearing of death.
Fifth homicide in a week: Teen fatally stabbed overnight
The 18-year-old victim's name is Krillan Koni Brown.
Northland man who stole $1m from Māori trust loses appeal
Stephen Henare claimed his age and sense of shame were not considered.
Long wait for free period products
Northland schools will have to wait until next year to get access to free period products.
From mushrooms to sticks: Lockdown plant photos come alive
The exhibition features nature from people's backyards.
Water restrictions ease across Far North
Water restrictions eased across Far North; level 4 still applies in Kaipara.
Theft from Ratana Church in Whangārei
"I would like to think we could reach out to those people and possibly help them."
Bike sales boom putting brakes on stores' supply
Have you dusted off the old bike in the garage lately? Lots of other people have.
Old Malletts building to become centre to help job hunters
The centre has been established in response to the economic impact of the Covid-19.
Building firms mixed over health of industry as building consents drop
Covid-19 restrictions have caused a slump in residential building consents in Northland.
Jobs would be at risk if council rates increase cut
A decision is still to be made about rates.
Schools can visit Treaty Grounds - virtually
Waitangi Treaty Grounds offer virtual tours for schools
Open dialogue bridges the gaps
Creating a safe space where all conversations are valued is the goal.
Beef operation cleans up in Farm Environment awards
Jeff Martin and Helen Linssen winners in Northland Farm Environment Awards
Artists ready to return to stage under level 1
Event organisers and artists glad to get back in business under level 1.
Farmers forgotten by council in pump stoush
According to swamp farmers, the cost was huge if the pumps had stayed off for a long time.
Northland Orca sightings wanted
Northland Orca sightings wanted as one could be entangled in cray pot line
Northland's flying doctors take off again
The Northland medical flying service is the one of only two in the country.
Finance company to provide nearly $1m worth of credits and refunds
Commerce Commission investigation into Whangārei finance company finds breach
Rain a boost for Northland rivers, dams and farmers
Rainfall boosts dam and river levels but till not enough to end drought.