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News in brief: Police name man who drowned at Ruakākā Beach; scholarship applications open
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Maybe they’ve made their point': Far North fishing competition biggest yet, organisers say
Far North hapū blocked beach access to a popular fishing comp. So how did it all unfold?
Northland MP ‘condemns’ Taipā boat ramp protest ahead of fishing competition
Grant McCallum has called a local iwi's blockade of the boat ramp 'illegal actions'.
Our Treasures: The journey of Whangārei's well-loved miniature trains
The trains have been chugging their way into the hearts of passengers young and old.
Joe Bennett: My burning yet fruitless hatred for flies
They say a nice person wouldn’t hurt a fly. I am not a nice person.
Northland passengers refusing to fly Air NZ after cancellations
Northlanders say Air New Zealand's Whangārei and Kerikeri flights are too unreliable.
Carolyn Hansen: Sweet tooth might be the missing piece to losing weight
Sugar addiction is nothing to joke about.
Far North fishing competition protesters vow to continue demonstrations
At least 30 members of Ngāti Kahu blocked the access road to a boat ramp in Taipā.
A few showers forecast for anniversary weekend unlikely to deter visitors
There are plenty of activities to do in the north rain or shine, leaders say.
Fight for historic Ruapekapeka Pā battle grounds continues
More hapū management is part of the action plan for the next three years.
Waste-busters wanted to help clean up at Waitangi Day commemorations
Volunteers are needed to tidy up rubbish at the big day in the Bay of Islands.
Whangārei District Council given $3m for flood relief in problematic suburb
$4m is to go towards four flood resilience projects in Whangārei, Ruawai and Kaipara.
Protesters block access as talks fall through over Far North fishing comp
The contest protesters have received strict scrutiny from tangata whenua hapū Matakairiri.
New Kāeo Bridge set to open
A long-awaited two-lane bridge will open in the Far North next week.
Cost of Cyclone Gabrielle recovery in Northland hits $1bn mark
Rebuilding after Cyclone Gabrielle last year is the biggest recovery Northland has faced.
Fire investigator says Matauri Bay house fire deliberately lit
Someone reportedly broke into the lounge and started the fire.
NZ's first caulerpa dredging machine to be used in Northland's fight against invasive seaweed
The new mechanical suction dredge is at the centre of a $650,000 trial regarding caulerpa.
Some Northlanders call for deputy PM to step in and help Wikileaks founder
However, a security and intelligence analyst believed support for Assange was unlikely.
John Williamson: We claim to value the potential to save lives, but our outdated fines say otherwise
OPINION: Politicians talk about reviewing systems, but seem timid about the backlash.
News in brief: Fonterra worker's artistic streak; duo arrested following robbery
The latest news bites from around the region.
Seven deaths in one month: Road safety messages not sinking in
Experts say people can't relate to messages about crashes - until they're affected by one.
News briefs from the Far North - Fundraiser's $17K, culvert work, market cancelled
News snippets from the Far North
'A mighty totara has fallen': The life of Dr Warren Parker
The highly respected primary sector leader died last month, leaving a legacy behind.
Kaitāia cop Tui Baker says lifestyle in the police hard to beat
Love of the job sees Kaitāia constable Tui Baker promote life in the force.
Rescue Helicopter Service thanks Northlanders for generous donation
Northland Rescue Helicopter is said to have responded to over 28,000 callouts since 1988.
Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says fishing is his 'birthright' and offers support for fishing contest
Fisheries Minister wants police to ensure Far North fishing comp goes ahead.
Mother and son killed after car hits tree, bursts into flames
Despite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.
Back to school: Can you guess the school with the highest predicted roll growth?
Northland's student population is sitting at 31,118.
Northland news in brief: Kamo Touch A Truck returns; Givealittle helps Kaitāia toddler's family
The latest news bites from around the region.
Hīkoi from Cape Reinga to Waitangi about fighting for Te Tiriti
Organisers expect this hīkoi will be large and loud to protect the Treaty of Waitangi.
News briefs from the Far North - Sailing Week, Lotto luck and Blood Service back
News snippets from the Far North
Iwi plan to stop popular Far North fishing competition, slamming it as 'disrespectful'
However, Ngāti Kahu's chair says the views shared are not an official statement from iwi.
Trapped by tide: Surf lifeguards rescue family clinging to rocks
A high tide and large swells trapped the family inside a cave during a beach outing.