'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.
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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.
Northland's autumn weather — wetter, drier, sunnier or warmer than normal
Whangārei recorded its second-highest total of May sunshine hours.
Joe Bennett: There are those who enjoy shopping and those who do not
OPINION: Shopping is not for everyone
Northland news in brief: Planned bridge closure, Covid on rise in Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
Three Northland projects in line for new regional funding
All three projects have resource consent, are construction ready.
'I’m not totally a head-banger': Taking on Smokefreerockquest solo
Ethan Worthington was part of last year's winning band Ready, Set!
Jonny Wilkinson: The Budget could have been much worse
OPINION: I know there are people who are very unhappy.
Rongoā on the rise - Northland practitioner on resurgence of customary healing
A rongoā Māori practitioner from Northland speaks about the traditional method's upsurge.
Far North rates: 16.5% rise slashed to 5.1%
“Residents told us ... the increase for our first year was far too high,” says mayor.
Tough economic times, state highway closures bring end to Far North cafe with eight jobs gone
Awanui’s Big River Cafe closing as freight and visitor traffic dries up
Steady roll growth sees Portland School placed under enrolment scheme
The school says it's the only way to manage roll growth which grew 140 per cent since 2022
Pepper sprayed: IPCA finds Northland officer's actions to capture offender justified
Police acknowledge IPCA report into justified use of force during public disorder.
Community infrastructure award for $40 million Kāeo Bridge
Kāeo Bridge project recognised as an important community asset.
News briefs from the Far North - feedback wanted on park plan, health symposium and winter to be warm
News snippets from the Far North.
Kaikohe policeman awarded for 35 years of service to his Far North community
His secret for his long-standing service is his “love for the job” and “incredible family.
'Northland is a beautiful place and we expect it to grow': Region one of north's fastest-growing
The latest Census data shows Northland is growing.
New facilities welcomed by community and leaders
Kaitāia Town Square and Te Hiku Sports Hub open for community enjoyment.
Northland news in brief: Experience one of the country’s sexiest musicals; thieves apprehended
The latest news bites from around the region.
Store owner welcomes Mangamuka Gorge reopening after tough two years
Eliza Kete has kept the store operating despite SH1 outside the store being closed.
David Grindle: 'Without prejudice' negotiations – not without risk, but certainly worth considering
OPINION: Employment disputes have a high rate of out-of-court settlement.
Hūhana Lyndon: Te Tiriti should be something that bonds us
Opinion: Undermining tangata whenua rights rupture the social fabric of Aotearoa.
Kerikeri teen refuses food to protest New Zealand inaction against war in Gaza
Wren Fisher, 17, is on a liquids-only hunger strike for Palestine.
More socialisation between students and less distraction in class after phone ban, principals say
Schools had to ban phones in class from the start of this term - so how's it going?
News in brief: Have your say on speed limits
The latest news bites from around the region.
A salute to our nannies, mums and aunties
Celebrating modern wāhinetanga/womanhood on Far North stage.
Kevin Page: Spilling the beans on a brekkie bogan
OPINION: The fun began when he was trying to get some baked beans on to his plate.
News briefs from the Far North - Sleep help, representation review meeting and school reunion planned
News snippets from the Far North.
Kaitāia celebrating opening of new sports hub and town square
The big day will kick off at 5.30am when the town square officially opens.
News in brief: Surf lifesaving club’s plea to council
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaipara waste-to-energy plant opponents: Spare us the sales pitch
Opponents say decision-makers needed to know about the incinerator’s risks.