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Calls for security on after-school buses as drivers battle violence and bad behaviour
"Someone is going to get very, very hurt."
Afghan families learn how to swim
Afghan families settled in Whananaki find their first swim lessons fun and exciting.
More than 60 charges laid after major drug and money laundering scheme busted
The syndicate was reportedly headed by a Waitematā man with links to a Vietnamese gang.
Waiotemarama Gorge Road in South Hokianga unlikely to be fully re-opened until August
Motorists advised about a major slip and detours in place in Hokianga.
Orange heavy rain warning and strong wind watch for Northland issued
Northlanders advised to take care on the roads this afternoon and to avoid going out.
Cost of living has a dampening effect on Northland house buyers' appetite
Northland's median price remains unchanged from June 2021, sitting at $700,000.
First Union claims Channel Infrastructure won't pay a cent towards site remediation
Expected cost of conversion to import-terminal at Marsden Pt between $200m and $220m.
'It was funny and very lucky to spot humpback whale so close to home'
Visitors in Northland blessed with the rare sight of humpback whales feeding in the water.
More heavy rain expected this week after downpour
The heavy rain for the week is not over, MetService is warning.
Butcher carves his way into Sharp Blacks and world stage
Dan Klink is one of 15 Hellers Sharp Blacks headed to the Olympics of butchery this year.
Dairy staff detectives find getaway car, weapons after suspects' social media boast
Tutukaka store robber posts selfie with stolen cigarettes on social media.
Maungaturoto Country Club loses another sheep
Country caretaker discovers pregnant ewe killed and newborn and intestines left behind.
Watch: Gone in 60 seconds - thieves loot store's cigarette shelves
Terrified worker hides in back room as four males strip tobacco products.
Mid Northern win club rugby final, skipper scores four tries
Mid Northern end nine-year drought on premier rugby title with win over Waipū.
Save Our Sands protest: 'When every grain of the sand is gone, it will never be replaced'
Around 300 people protest against renewal of sand mining resource consent in Mangawhai.
In a shocking state: Motorists seek compo for damage incurred on state highways
Irate motorists want compensation after suffering vehicle damage on Northland roads.
Vaughan Gunson's take on the best of Elvis Presley
Vaughan Gunson gives his take on the best in music and movies.
Horses' happy place: Northland couple provide haven for neglected equines
Retired horses have the run of Tracy Croucher's Northland horse sanctuary
Comment: Changing the script for a healthy lifestyle
Sport Northland head extols the virtues of staying fit and healthy
'So, my personal life has been largely on hold' Principals' celebrated for their work since Covid-19
'Tu Meke Tumuaki' week is celebrating the work of Northland principals.
Northland mum teaches how to save money and still make good, healthy kai
Haurora Wānanga is part of the winter wellness campaign encouraging a healthy lifestyle.
Rise of the anti-social customer: Wife locked man in bedroom to protect delivery driver
Sociologist recommends ways to achieve more tolerance in society.
Whangārei man discovers winning Lotto ticket in his wallet a week later
A week passed before the man realised he should check the Lotto ticket in his wallet.
What's keeping three out of five Northlanders awake at night?
A Kiwi sleep coach gives expert tips on how to catch a good night's kip despite worries.
Exclusive: Police at 'breaking point' threaten to walk off the job
The Police Association says officers are choosing between their jobs and their safety.
Peria man told to appeal to the High Court
Northlander cannot leapfrog an appeal directly to the Court of Appeal.
'Triumphant and symbolic moment for Northland's international education sector'
Northland prepares to welcome international students for the first time since March 2020.
Comment: Disability needs to be looked from all angles - not just medical
Jonny Wilkinson shares an a-ha moment he had about how we consider disabilities