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OPINION: Famous last words - don’t forget the cucumbers
By the time I got home and had carted all the groceries inside I’d had enough.
Kaikohe mental health unit gets sensory room to aid recovery
Kaikohe sensory room helping mental health patients and families
Kaitāia’s Christmas decoration may yet be put up after safety concerns and confusion
Safety worries behind Kaitāia's lack of Christmas decorations.
Golden blooms from pōhutukawa trees spark curiosity
New Zealand's Christmas tree is blooming red and yellow this year.
Rare ‘Robinson Crusoe’ island in Far North sells for secret sum
It was the first time the island had been for sale in 30 years.
Landmark hearing sought by Far North iwi and hapū for customary marine title
High Court move made by Far North iwi and hapū for customary marine title.
Freshwater gold clam fears for Northland’s busiest tourist lake
NRC warns there is an urgent need to prepare as the spectre of the pest grows.
Northland news in brief: Sensory room, Te Tii fire, surf patrols and lifejacket reminder
The latest news bites from around the region.
Historic Ngāpuhi Waitangi Tribunal report into injustices delivered to the iwi at Waitangi
Ngāpuhi's Waitangi Tribunal report will aid iwi's stalled Treaty claims.
Vegan ate too many berries, rushing home for sex: Wildest excuses for speeding revealed
Excuses, excuses, but a new police campaign is no laughing matter.
Our Treasures: How coal was first discovered in Whangārei
A discovery in a Whau Valley creek led to the creation of a significant mine.
An unofficial guide to the best beaches in Northland
With surf breaks aplenty and relatively uncrowded expanses of sand, there's a wide choice.
The thinning blue line: Where our police are going and the plans to help them stay
“This is a difficult job. There comes a point in time where you want a change."
News in brief: Vets' advice for keeping pets safe this Xmas; Covid jabs on rise
The latest news bites from around the region.
Opinion: Reflecting on year with challenges and triumphs
Jonny Wilkinson takes a look back on how 2023 played out.
The benefits of getting back into the kitchen
OPINION: We've traded in our health and well-being for the convenience of eating out.
Successful Wahine Toa II slug-fest could get sequel - promoters delighted with response
Promoter wants to bring more boxing to Whangārei after huge Wahine Toa II event
Joe Bennett: Stones still rolling with the ages - somehow
OPINION: If girls had come for the music they wouldn’t have drowned it out with screaming.
Top chefs dish up top tips for creating Christmas feast on a budget
Plus two recipes to brighten up your festive fare this holiday season.
Photos: Runners given a splash of colour as The Ray White Hatea Loop Challenge takes off
The event attracted a great crowd of all ages.
Sweet deal: Six tonnes of 'wonky' kūmara rescued
Wonky Box has expanded its produce distribution operation and now delivers locally.
'Alternatives to deal with their pain': Principals' alarm at kids as young as 8 caught vaping
There are fears the vaping problem will double with the repeal of smokefree laws.
Farmers urged to be vigilant as fall armyworm confirmed in Northland
Several cases of fall armyworm have been confirmed on Northland farms lately.
News briefs from the Far North - Hot cars major danger, Waitangi report for Ngāpuhi and touch tournament
News snippets from the Far North
Work progressing on Kaitāia’s new town square
Parts of Kaitāia’s new town square should be open to be public by Christmas.
Ngāpuhi's new rūnanga chair warns Government attacks won't help tribe settle treaty claims
Ngāpuhi rūnanga chair Mane Tahere not happy at plans to remove treaty principles
News briefs: Children’s ward transformed into a Christmas wonderland
The latest news bites from around the region.
Moves to expand CCTV system to fight anti-social behaviour and crime
More volunteers are needed to watch the action on the camera’s screens.
Red flag from 1990s shows lack of nitrate tests in drinking water
The nitrates are among the highest in the country but involve old data.
'Incredibly rare': Northland man finds two dead sharks on morning walk
A man came across two dead sharks on Uretiti Beach during a walk this morning.
Police seek witnesses to Hūkerenui fatal crash
The November 30 crash claimed the lives of two teenagers.
"Proud to be Māori" was the mantra of one of the youngest protesters among 600 at the Whangārei hīkoi
The Whangārei hikoi was full of passion for mokopuna.
Whangārei hīkoi for mokopuna
About 600 people took part in the march through Whangārei on Tuesday morning, protesting Government policies called anti-Maori.