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Search under way for diver believed to have been swept out to sea
Emergency services alerted to a "water incident” about 10.30am.
Ripiro Beach safety days prove successful
Multi-pronged approach to Ripiro Beach safety paying off.
Vince Cocurullo: Let's build for growth and prosperity
OPINION: We all agree that the Northland four-lane expressway needs to happen.
Four outstanding women receive Whangārei civic honours
Four influential women have been honoured for their services to the community.
Rugby's Matt Matich and Kurt Benney to face off at Whangārei Fight Night
Rugby's Matt Matich and Kurt Benney square off in Whangārei Fight Night
Northland news in brief: Top vollies; Lotto win, and boatie dies during race
News snippets from across Northland.
Parents urged to take note of children’s internet activity after increasing harm
Parents need to safeguard their kids against online harm, online safety experts say.
Whangārei's summer markets return to the Town Basin
The Canopy Night market and the Artisans Market return to Whangārei.
Warning to wear seatbelts after Northland woman falls from vehicle and dies
A woman who was not wearing a seatbelt died after falling from a vehicle in Northland.
New bridge to ease flooding in Moerewa, Ōtiria
The Pokapu Bridge rebuild should help ease flooding in two Northland towns.
Whangārei's local election voting system debate heats up
A petition is calling for the community to have its say on the council's voting system.
News in brief: Surf lifesavers back; Māori Battalion medals; five injured in crash
Catch up on new from around the region.
Brent Eastwood: Sport Northland board acknowledged with Governance Mark award
It is awarded to organisations clear about how they intend to use their time and money.
Kaitāia boxing champ Mea Motu confident ahead of big fight
Motu said she was dedicating the fight to her Te Rarawa iwi and 'Pukepoto hard.'
'I’ll be happy when...'Dr Libby returns to Whangārei to help us enhance quality of life
'I want to offer people ways to feel better when they might not know how.'
Residents call for urgent action to stop roaming and aggressive dogs
Calls for more animal control staff and penalties for dog owners after fatal mauling.
What's On: Sun set to shine for Northland events and activities
Northland has a host of activities and events on offer this Labour weekend.
SH1 now open after serious crash in Waipū
One person dead after Northland three-vehicle crash - road now open
Call to Northlanders to donate generously to rescue helicopter service as annual appeal begins
Northland Rescue Helicopter 2023 annual appeal on now
News in brief: Police seek information
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Revival will come': Restaurants cautiously optimistic for summer
"For the first time in 3½ years, we can plan, which is a big deal."
People with any information on Ruakākā homicide urged to step up
Police appeal for more information on Ruakākā homicide.
Love over lawns - Kaitāia's free community cuts cut for wedding
Kaitāia's Joel Cross is suspending his free community lawnmowing service for love.
Poacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fishery
A boat and dive gear were seized and the man is likely to face prosecution.
John Williamson: Farmers are getting the safety message and road users need to as well
Last year 13 farmers lost their lives on New Zealand farms.
Ancient game of chess on show at Northland Chess Championship
Bad bishops, gambits and howlers likely in Kerikeri this month.
News in brief: Koast on this weekend; Bald Angels needs help to fund the kai boxes
The latest news bites from around the region.
Youngest learners vulnerable amidst sector struggles, teachers say
In a recent survey, 90 per cent of teachers in ECE said ratios are not fit for purpose
'We were horrified': Hapū occupy site to stop access road
Action in Far North after hapū upset about landowner’s plans for sand dunes.
'Costing the country money': Far North physio and dentist shortage reaches crisis point
The Far North is facing a shortage of dentists, hygienists and physios following Covid.
'It’s terrible what happened to him': Beloved street busker in hospital after alleged hit-and-run
"As whānau, we can only hope for him to get well soon."
'Stupendously successful': Whangārei Maritime Festival wows 13,000-plus visitors
Organisers are already planning for 2024 after a popular debut.