Power outages and flight disruptions for Northland during wild weather
At some points throughout Wednesday more than 1740 customers were without power.
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John Williamson: The evolving meaning of 'smart casual', what is it exactly?
Turns out that it is almost anything you want it to be.
Power outages, 100km/h winds as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam approaches
The cyclone is expected to be downgraded to a storm as it tracks west of Cape Rēinga.
Police name man found dead in vehicle near Kawakawa service station
Police discovered McKenzie's body in a vehicle at Kawakawa on Sunday.
90m litres of groundwater allegedly illegally discharged into Far North wetland
Council and contractor charged with 90 million litre discharge into Far North wetland
Man appears in court on Kawakawa murder charge
Police say the man's body was found in a vehicle at a carpark in Kawakawa on Sunday.
Weather warning: Heavy rain, strong winds set to hit Northland
Heavy rain is expected from 3am Wednesday to 8pm Thursday in Northland.
Crime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister says
The Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.
Far North news briefs - blockages close dump station, fundraiser's $6k and new play area
News snippets from the Far North.
PHOTOS: Kaitāia Primary School celebrates 150 years
Kaitāia Primary marks 150th birthday with week-long celebration
Prestigious Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award has five Northland finalists
Five Northlanders among 41 finalists in Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award
Kaipara council's demise feared amid water reforms
Kaipara mayor fears council's end under new water reform plans.
Kevin Page: Hospital gowns, undies and a thwarted car thief
OPINION: I scared off a car thief while standing on crutches in my new undies.
'In the firing line': Northland braces for severe gales and heavy rain
Heavy rain and easterly gales are expected for the upper North Island this week.
Food Hub part of network feeding 500,000 a month, but more support needed
Northland Food Hub reports an upsurge of low-income families needing food to survive.
Homicide investigation launched after man's body found in vehicle
Police believe the man was the victim of a violent assault.
Vince Cocurullo: Have your say on key Whangārei initiatives
OPINION: Consultations close May 2; details on the council's Have Your Say page.
Carnival has town basin pulsing with creativity during month of ArtBeat events
The events aim to get locals involved in arts, heritage and culture in Whangārei.
Man found dead in vehicle at Kawakawa carpark, police investigating
Police say they were alerted around 7.45am this morning.
On The Up - ‘Fresh produce is now a luxury’: Northlanders tackle food crisis
Northlanders help families become self-reliant by growing their own vegetables.
Jonny Wilkinson: The systemic barriers failing disabled New Zealanders
OPINION: NZ's disabled face healthcare crisis amid staff shortages.
Joe Bennett: Navigating the challenges of getting older
OPINION: 'Don't be 80,' my mother advised; she was 80 herself at the time.
What's on: Your guide to arts and culture events this school break
There's markets, craft days and more to look forward to for these holidays.
Isey Cross celebrates 106th birthday with Jim Beam and kumara chips
Northland kuia reveals what keeps her 'feeling fantastic' at 106.
'We cannot do this by ourselves': Ministers listen to iwi leader's plea over meth crisis
Police Minister Mark Mitchell plans to visit Northland for further discussions.
'I don’t sleep when it rains': Couple's flood fears as buyout hopes dashed
Gary and Kimberlee Whitehead face frequent, severe floods in Pupuke Valley.
Three stretches of Far North state highway may keep lower speed limits
Stick or raise - Far North folk asked if lowered state highway limits should go up again
School ‘shocked and upset’ as four students suspended after fight
Principal Mike Clent confirmed all four students involved have been suspended.
Far North school goes into lockdown after reported fight nearby involving weapons
Two people were taken into custody after the altercation in Taipa.
‘Time is running out’: Urgent plea to save Kaimanawa horses from cull
More than 250 Kaimanawa horses need homes to avoid being culled.
Teen’s supreme unity speech wins spot at national final
Talk on significance of equity wins Northland Race Unity Speech Awards
Northland moves to restricted fire season, Far North remains under ban
Most of Northland has moved into a restricted fire season but Far North rules still apply
14 new social houses opened in Kerikeri by Kāinga Ora
Kāinga Ora opens 14 new Far North social houses
Northland's meth crisis: Mexican cartels, lower prices, and devastation
Mexican cartels are undercutting Asian suppliers, increasing meth supply.