'I thought they were going to pour petrol on me and burn me': Pensioner attacked at home
The 69yo believed the attack was targeted - although he says the motive is "misguided".
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Why are we less tolerant in the workplace – and how do we fix it?
Studies show that, like rudeness, kindness is contagious.
Opinion: What is at the root of family violence?
As Einstein said, to fix it, we must first understand it.
A time to reflect: Matariki celebrations more than just a public holiday
Matariki is celebrated over more than just one weekend for many Northlanders.
Whangārei Hospital emergency department needs more friends
More volunteers are needed to help put people at ease in the emergency department.
Northland news in brief: Send your citrus to the South Island; Sallies Winter Appeal on
The latest news bites from around the region.
Comment: Te Rerenga’s economic pathway to wellbeing
Opinion: Vibrant Māori export sector vital for Tai Tokerau.
Youth homelessness will have 'got worse, not better' - researcher
A petition of nearly 8000 signatures calls for an end to youth homelessness.
Lifetime consequences: Counting the cost of wandering stock on Northland roads and highways
Taxpayers are forking out millions in ACC claims due to accidents involving roaming stock.
Poisoned port: Reward turns up new clues in hunt for Dave Davan's killer
Family and friends pooled together a $42,000 reward to help find Dave Davan's killer.
Kevin Page: A hole lot of trouble brings a whole lot of laughter
Opinion: Comedy is all about timing, which Kevin Page experienced first-hand in the garden
Full steam ahead for historic train's celebrated return
A massive restoration effort has seen the popular train return after gap of seven years.
Shane Reti: New medical school will deliver more doctors
We've all felt the pain of a stretched healthcare system and we're proposing the antidote.
Northland news in brief: Whangārei Lotto player wins big; raw milk recall after listeria fears
The latest news bites from around the region.
Govt unveils new measures to protect native biodiversity
The associate minister chose Kerikeri for the announcement after a 2021 hīkoi in Kaikohe.
Joe Bennett: The mystery of the bowls shoe and the money
OPINION: Whose was the money? And what was it doing in a bowls shoe?
A new sign name for Whaikaha, the Ministry of Disabled People
It is the first time a ministry has received a sign name in New Zealand.
News in brief: GAS Kaihu fire not suspicious; Bay business earns $30k funding injection
The latest news bites from around the region.
Carolyn Hansen: Does the all-or-nothing approach work?
Stick to proven methods of healthy eating and fitness that are sustainable.
Our Treasures: The toy every boy wanted before Lego took over
A crafty creation in the early 1900s whisked an Englishman to the helm of toy invention.
The weird and wonderful natural gems exclusively found in Northland
Meet the variety of plants and animals that are unique to Tai Tokerau.
Meet the Lion King cast 'smashing the glass ceiling' for disabled youngsters
Performers with and without disabilities have come together to create a memorable show.
News in brief: Kaikohe records more than 2000mm of rain in six months; sweet treats raise $24k for charity
The latest news bites from around the region.
Whangārei Mayor wants reliable route between regions ahead of $270m SH1 safety improvements
The region needs a reliable road network and access from Auckland, the mayor says.
News in brief: Late artist's exhibitions raise more than $30K for charity, vape retailers caught out
The latest news bites from around the region.
Te Hiku revitalisation head fires parting shot at North’s ‘keyboard warriors’
The three-year project has given Kaitāia, Awanui, Ahipara 80 new assets and attractions.
Counting the cost of storm damage in Northland: $20m insurance payouts from one event
The severe weather in February doused Mangawhai with nearly 400mm of rain.
'Our lives have been turned upside down': Wife speaks of ‘horrific’ impact of street attack
The family have moved from Whangārei home and are renting an Auckland house near Rob.
News in brief: Young butchers carve path to grand final; Council makes tough rates rise decision
The latest news bites from around the region.
Is $5 million dollars a life-changing amount of money?
What would you do if you won the big bucks during Wednesday night's Lotto draw?
Residents tell Fenz to 'get off your jacksie' as frustrations fire
Around 20 protestors gathered outside the local fire station to send a message to Fenz.
Koast art trail returns, bigger and better with more Far North artists
Doubtless Bay and Hokianga have been added to revamped Koast, The Tai Tokerau Art Trail.
'I don’t want you driving': Daughter told to fly home rather than risk potholed roads
In the past 18 months, 26,350 potholes were reported across the region.
News in brief: Full steam ahead for Gabriel; popular walking track reopens
The latest news bites from around the region.