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Our Treasures: Museum trilogy to unravel Matariki
This year’s space lens of Matariki focuses on the science before the cultures.
Thunderstorm watch issued, weather expected to ease over Northland late morning
Motorists are reminded to take care as driving conditions may be hazardous.
Council slammed over continuing with climate funding cuts
Kaipara Mayor Craig Jepson disagreed the council had abused the democratic process.
Zonta Book Fair in Whangārei has new venue as call for donations goes out
Whangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair on again after new venue found.
Commuter warning ahead of heavy rain, thunderstorms, localised flooding fears
Local flooding and water pooling are expected, most likely in north and east Auckland.
Millions spent reopening mothballed Northland railway line
A total of $33.5 million was spent on the line from Kauri to Ōtiria.
News in brief: CityLink bus service dedicated to students, Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kerikeri quiz team have their own 'destroyer' to take on The Chase's Shaun Wallace
Top Far North quiz team keen to take on The Chase star Shaun Wallace
News in brief from the Far North - Matariki stars, FNDC submissions close and deceased named
News snippets from the Far North
50 years of Kerikeri High to be marked at jubilee event
Kerikeri High School turning 50 with big birthday celebration.
Far North kiwifruit crop up by half to 3.3 million trays
Kerikeri kiwifruit growers produce bumper crop worth $35.5m
Parents asked to keep students home as staff sickness takes hold in ECEs, schools.
Tikipunga High School made the decision to roster senior students home last month.
Far North rail line mothballed until port rail link finalised
Delays to upgrade of Far North rail link to Otiria.
John Williamson: The road to a potholeless paradise
OPINION: A symptom of our national malaise is expressed in how bad our roads are.
Stolen vehicles used in Whangārei dairy robbery
Police have recovered the vehicles associated with the incident for forensic inquiries.
Lots of solar, but nowhere to store it: What NZ could learn from Australia
When it comes to building solar power, Australia is ahead.
News in brief: Temporary accommodation help extended, best beach in the world
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaipara Harbour’s newest wharf expected to boost tourism
New $2.9 million facility at Pouto has officially been opened.
New-look Whale Tail Park to open on Friday
Students at the local school picked the playground design - and requested some changes.
Music to their ears: Truckies and motorists welcome pothole repair funding boost
Northland is getting a funding boost to deal with a scourge of potholes on state highways.
Unborn baby killed, others critically injured in crash with stolen vehicle
Police are investigating a serious crash on State Highway 1 in Okaihau on Monday evening.
Year 7 and 8 students exposed to objectionable image on pest monitoring camera, source unknown
An investigation into the incident has left the school and NRC with little clarity
Kaitāia to host final of Far North's Got Talent
Future stars to shine at Far North's Got Talent final
Wanted: New upholsterer to cover MenzShed Kaitāia
Vacancy for skilled upholsterer — and others — at MenzShed Kaitāia.
News briefs from the Far North - Heart support for newborns, new council contractor
News snippets from the Far North.
'These kids are falling through the gaps' - Learning support in schools not enough, educators worry
The current model is negligent principals say, but Erica Stanford says change is coming.
Northland train line is now expected to reopen to freight trains in late July
Northland train line was expected to reopen to freight trains in late July.
'It feels like theft': Customers lose thousands as fire business liquidated
One customer paid $7500 for a fireplace in October but was kept waiting for installation.
Increasing prison beds will not reduce crime, say experts
'Using prisons to deter crime or reoffending doesn’t work.'
News in brief: Record kiwifruit harvest for NZ, One person killed in jet ski accident
The latest news bites from around the region.
Mayor Vince Cocurullo: The difference between central and local government
OPINION: Our community spirit in Northland is strong.
Protecting life: Speed camera aims to reduce car crashes in the Far North
A controversial speed camera is up and running in the Far North.
'I’m not totally a head-banger': Taking on Smokefreerockquest solo
Ethan Worthington was part of last year's winning band Ready, Set!