News in brief: Reduced speed limit on Brynderwyn Hill; Loop Rd road works restart
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Motorists to feel pinch of rising petrol prices again
Supply and demand issues will likely lead to higher fuel prices.
Rugby fans' 16,500km whistle-stop tour to deliver special cargo to World Cup
The duo had to stop strangers from blowing the precious Rugby World Cup match whistle.
Top slugger fights her way back from 'darkness' to surge into spotlight
For the first time, Northland boxer Mea Motu publicly shares her fight for life.
News in brief: Far North kina population surveyed; child recovering after incident in pools
News snippets from across the region.
Local election day looms: What to expect
Progressive election results are expected by late Saturday afternoon.
Boy recovering after Whangārei pool incident
The boy was taken to hospital in a serious condition late yesterday afternoon.
Whangārei clubs chalk up NZ masters snooker and billiards tournament
Snooker fans are encouraged to catch some top quality players in action this weekend.
Renowned artist excited to sing at global sporting showpiece games in Whangārei
Ladi6 urges Northlanders to get involved and have fun during RWC2021 games in Whangārei.
Taniwha quietly confident of a good outing against Canterbury
Northland to field a strong squad for NPC quarter-final in Christchurch.
Northland house prices continuing to fall
The biggest price drops were in Whangārei suburbs Woodhill, Regent and the Avenues.
The big chill: Kerikeri to boast coldest night on record since 1994
Northlanders should wrap up warm as Antarctic chill heads our way.
Man charged after Kaitāia pouwhenua vandalised
A 61-year-old man is set to appear in a Kaitāia court today in relation to the incident.
News in brief: Head-on crash near Kerikeri; search for missing Whangārei man
News snippets from across the region.
High-voltage transmission lines for above tourist rail trail
Concern over the overhead power lines buzzing and swinging in the wind above trail users.
Whangārei Hospital's $711m rebuild $200m short of what's needed
Health bosses wanted $944m for a new Whangārei Hospital but got $200m less.
Mayoral candidates' answers disappoint disability community
Tiaho Trust asked mayoral candidates about accessibility, housing and employment.
Kaipara deputy mayor wants voters to have their say in the local elections
The final current-term council meeting ended with politicians' valedictory speeches.
'It's just so cool for Whangārei to have the Rugby World Cup'
The World Cup kicks off this Saturday and Northland Kauri player Tui McGeorge can't wait.
Special abilities students take film worldwide
Lady Penelope's Heirlooms is written and produced by Year 11 special ability students.
Comment: How sport can help shape well-rounded humans
Sport is more than honing physical prowess: it builds mental, emotional, and social skills
Public invited to memorial service for the Queen
The memorial service will begin at 5pm on October 2 at the Whangārei Anglican Church.
Bay of Islands Food and Wine Festival canned as bad weather looms
Refunds are currently being processed for ticket holders to the popular event.
What's the catch? Is this the cheapest house and land package in New Zealand?
A bach with 6.4ha of freehold land is up for grabs in the Far North for a mere $175,000.
Bikes and cars wanted to join Pink Ribbon Ride
The ride for bikes, trikes and cars sets off this Saturday morning.
Local body elections: Low voter turnout blamed on outdated voting system
"Get off your chuff and vote," Mayor urges residents.
Whangārei Fringe 2022: A library with a human twist
People are encouraged to interact with a 'human book' in a bid to 'unjudge' others.
More delays as second slip discovered on Brynderwyn Hills
The addition of a second slip is only expected to add up to 10 minutes to travel times.
'Every second counts': Driver cut free after Ruakākā crash
Two people were critically injured when their cars collided on State Highway 1 last night.
Whangārei Fringe 2022: What the Folk strumming life into the genre
An instrument petting zoo is part of the mini-folk festival destined in the city this week