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News in brief: Northland Road Safety Trust wins at Whangārei A&P show
The latest news bites from around the region.
Mayor pays for $8k video pushing for mangrove removal in Mangawhai
Craig Jepson's documentary-style film states case for clearing 20ha of mangroves.
News in brief: Excavator expert off to nationals after regional win
The latest news bites from around the region.
Land planned for multimillion-dollar Kaipara development for sale
Dargaville Racecourse was set for a major development but the plan is no longer on track.
Vince Cocurullo: Whangarei Council’s new parking strategy is under way
This time of year can bring out the best and worst in people. Let’s help each other out.
Joe Bennett: Birds and the human touch - a delicate dance of fear and desire
A chaffinch hesitates to eat, torn between fear and desire, as Joe Bennett watches.
News in brief: Tāne Mahuta reopening delayed; surfing injuries surge
The latest news bites from around the region.
Carolyn Hansen: Natural ways to increase HGH for anti-aging benefits
Exercise offers numerous benefits for physical performance and wellbeing.
Surviving the festive rush: Health tips for a stress-free holiday
Northlanders seek tips to reduce Christmas stress, from shopping to family gatherings.
Jonny Wilkinson: Christmas geeks vs grinches: Celebrating inclusivity whoever we are
What better way to celebrate than to be part of a festival that embraced inclusivity?
Our Treasures: Cherished prints take us back in time to some of our favourite places
Whangārei Museum launches 14 historic prints to fund projects and preserve artefacts.
News in brief: Swap old lifejackets for new thanks to Coastguard
The latest news bites from around the region.
Hūhana Lyndon: Māori still waiting for a real health plan from Health Minister
OPINION: 'There is no strategy, there is no plan, and there is no clear direction'.
'It's not safe': Hospital nurses strike over concerns of unsafe staffing
More than 200 nurses marched in Whangārei as part of the national strike on Tuesday.
News in brief: Whangārei Lotto player wins $17k in Second Division
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kevin Page: Caravan blunder makes us the talk of a small NZ town
Thankfully, Mrs P is an expert – all women are, apparently – and we manage.
Kaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement notice
The Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project.
'It’s too late once pēpē are born': Urgent call for jabs as whooping cough cases rise
North has low vaccination levels, more smoking, and housing insecurity.
Joe Bennett My to-do list nightmare: The tasks that won't go away
OPINION: I've learned to live with my to-do list and its nagging reminder of incompletion.
Whangārei A&P Show: A historic Caterpillar on display
The show also features royal-themed events, competitions, and live entertainment.
Young couple left with 44c to pay mortgage after bank card fraud
A young mum is warning anyone who finds a bank card to be careful how they advertise it.
Region's cocaine use linked to ideal smuggling conditions
NZ Drug Foundation warns of increased cocaine harm.
Northland teen Roller Derby players hand picked for world stage
Six Northlanders aged between 14-18 have been selected to represent New Zealand.
News in brief: Volunteers’ decade of support at Whangārei oncology centre
The latest news bites from around the region.
John Williamson: Northland's roads to get facelift, but expect road cones and delays
Pothole fund boosts road maintenance.
Reti says good progress being made on Whangārei Hospital rebuild
Whangārei Hospital is in such a dire state that parts of the roof leak when it rains.
Kevin Page: From calm to chaos – my encounter with an angry road user
A face-off with an aggressive tailgater, diffusing the situation before it escalates.
Kaitāia’s Garden Safari delights visitors, boosts RDA funding
Kaitāia Garden Safari raises nearly $11,000 for Riding for the Disabled.
NorthTec a 'taonga' that could be lost under changes
Experts say in a region where deprivation is high, accessible education is paramount.
News in brief: Native fish helped past Ruakākā weir with new rock ramp installation
The latest news bites from around the region.
‘Kitchen aunties’ jobs at risk due to Govt cuts to school lunch programme, principal says
114 of Northland's 152 schools are part of the Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch in schools programme.
Meet council, share ideas at Whangārei A&P Show: Vince Cocurullo
Join Mayor Cocurullo at A&P Show to discuss council plans and enjoy free activities.
Tensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch ban
The new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.
