Northland’s two women world boxing champs to put titles on the line on Saturday
Both women are facing tough opponents.
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Walking the dog in Kerikeri park can lead to history lesson
History on display at Far North dog park.
Kiwis tell of pavlova love in new Northland book Pav Deconstructed
Northland book gives fascination insight into Kiwis' love affair with pavlova
News briefs from the Far North - Stolen kauri gum returned, behaviour survey, nurses to meet
News snippets from the Far North.
Shops evacuated after gas leak alert
Emergency Services are responding to a gas leak at Otaika shops.
Former minister under fire for delay in Russell/Kororāreka name restoration decision
“What is says is that Māori are not important enough to make a decision about this."
'Pressure is going to be great': Far North aged care facilities find solution to growing skills shortage
Far North aged care facilities find solution to recruit staff in a region of high demand.
65yo motorcyclist killed in crash on State Highway 1 over the weekend
Police investigations say the cause of the crash was not like most involving motorbikes.
Person injured in Kaikohe house fire started by dryer
A man received minor injuries while escaping the fire at his home.
Electricity from huge Kaitāia solar farm now powering the country
It is New Zealand's largest solar farm.
Carolyn Hansen: Living the best life possible
The human body has always trended toward being lean and healthy.
Joe Bennett: We can leave our mark to fill the sudden blank death leaves
Opinion: An alumni magazine sparked within Joe Bennett a revelation about death.
'I feel so devastated': Mum loses everything in fire caused by home dryer
The mum passed emergency services but had no idea they were headed to her home.
Firefighters open up about their 25 years of service and receiving top honours
They were grateful for being recognised for the top honour.
Jonny Wilkinson: The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is to be lived, celebrated, and shared
Everyone is welcome to come along and take part.
Northland Regional Council power shift: Deputy chair facing chop
It comes after Tui Shortland resigned from her role as chairwoman.
‘Precious' kauri gum allegedly stolen from Waitangi returned, police say
Museum staff have been left appalled at what they say was a 'shameless' daytime theft.
Innocent shoppers attacked as fight spills out of Far North supermarket
Police have labelled the assault an 'appalling act' that has no place in the community.
Food safety experts share tips for eating safely outdoors this summer
Food poisoning cases spike in summer - here are the top food hygiene safety tips.
Signficant final report on Ngāpuhi treaty claims to be handed over at Waitangi
The report details findings of the Tribunal’s inquiry into Treaty breaches and more.
Packing a punch in motor vehicle history: A tour through time at Packard Motor Museum
The museum founder, Graeme Craw, spent 60 years collecting the exhibition items.
Ruawai's $18m drainage scheme would welcome climate pilot money
The pilot’s future looks uncertain.
Pōhutukawa tree believed to be 600 years old topples into sea
"It was a lot of noise, and she went magnificently. She just toppled."
DoC's Northland campsites could sell out for summer
Book now or miss out on DoC's Far North campsites.
Hard-up Far North hospices get help from Farmers Kaitāia Christmas appeal
Far North hospices will benefit from Farmers Kaitāia Christmas Tree of Remembrance Appeal.
First cruise ships to be welcomed to Whangārei next year
The ships arrive next year in what's set to be a boon for regional economic prosperity.
Forest mega-mast a mixed blessing for Far North native fauna
Looming multi-mast in Northland’s forests could be good news for natives.
News in brief: Water quality at popular swim spots available online
The latest news bites from around the region.
News briefs from the Far North - entangled whale, Bantams take flight and SH10 detour
News snippets from the Far North
Jason Momoa filming leads to recovery of large trove of kōiwi on Far North beach
It turned out a farmer had been finding kōiwi on Elliot Bay for about a year.
NZ’s first wāhine Māori chairwoman resigns Northland Regional Council role
Tui Shortland's resignation effective from Tuesday's meeting; she stays on the council.
Baby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'
Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.
Kaipara councillor opens meeting with karakia despite mayor's ban
The meeting opened with the words: “Kia hora te marino”.