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Inaugural leadership award nomination for Top Energy CEO Russell Shaw
'This acknowledgment speaks volumes about his contributions.'
Northlanders Jane Molloy-Wolt, Jay Allen and Melanie Badenhorst finalists in prestigious Parkin Drawing Prize
Northland artists up for prestigious Parkin Drawing Prize award
Service centre proposed for dangerous intersection, Waipu residents say
The service centre is the third proposed for State Highway 1 south of Whangārei.
Ahipara pensioner flats' wild cat problems continue for occupants
Long-running Ahipara wild cat issue yet to be resolved, to pensioner's chagrin.
Mangamukas still on track to open before Christmas
Works are going on around the clock to get the job finished.
Country's top GP award for Hokianga doctor Mark Lankshear
Hokiang Health's Mark Lankshear earns country's top GP award
'Greatly disappointing': War memorial vandalism angers community
"Those who did this should be ashamed of themselves."
Cyclone Gabrielle Appeal gives $3.5m to Northland groups for repairs and rebuilds
Northland's allocation is one of the highest in NZ.
"Dream coming true" for Kaihu family whose business and home were destroyed by fire
The family are hoping an opening is on the horizon.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
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Hannah Wilkinson's Kamo FC scores Fifa development cash
The club was delighted to receive the funding.
Growing mistrust in law enforcement amidst long police wait times in Northland
Public losing confidence in police after long wait times spanning more than an hour.
News briefs from the Far North - Demo reno, top Far Northerners wanted and car hits house
News snippets from the Far North.
Kevin Page: A walk in the fresh air can be a tonic for the soul
OPINION: I suddenly had to go out of town.
Northland staff training for Heritage NZ emergency
Training success for Northland Heritage NZ staff.
Ninety Mile mussel spat on mission to save Hauraki Gulf marine environment
Ninety Mile Beach mussels helping to save Hauraki Gulf marine system.
Northland sci-fi and fantasy festival a grand success second year in a row
The Festival is a huge community spirit booster.
From Kaitāia to the world of darts: Jaymie Hilton-Jones to compete in professional youth world champs
Far North dartist's world youth champs appearance could lead to career.
Winter water safety warning as Northland's drowning deaths climb
Four drownings in Northland already double 2023 total for same time of year.
Far North doctor shortage now ‘acute’, clinical manager warns
Staff frequently receive messages asking them to cover shifts at rural hospitals.
Shane Reti: We’re doing our best for all New Zealanders
OPINION: The Government is rebuilding our economy but we have a lot more work to do.
School enrolment schemes: Why they are so popular
Enrolment zones are popping up throughout the Northland region.
Doctor shortage increases waits for cancer treatment
Doctor vacancies and a reduction in planned care over summer are chief culprits.
New highway route welcome – but what will it mean for Northlanders?
Another day, another Brynderwyns announcement – will this one come through for Northland?
Joe Bennett: Thw world has glimpsed the future, and its called CrowdStrike
OPINION: The recent global technical outage showed our dependence on electronic systems
Willow-Jean Prime: National must give its boot camps the boot
OPINION: They should cut their losses and cancel the boot camps before they begin.
Equine therapy paradise plays key role in people’s mental health and wellbeing journeys
The tranquil environment also contributes positively to therapeutic outcomes for clients.
Paris Olympics 2024: Games already over for two of four Northlanders taking part
Four Northland athletes at Paris 2024 Olympics
'We feel so helpless': Attempted robbery leaves owners shaken
The dairy owner was assaulted before the offenders fled.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Egg and poultry producers prepare for arrival of avian bird flu
Experts are monitoring a highly contagious strain of bird flu as it nears New Zealand
Transpower willing to provide some payment to Northland for power cut, MP says
Northland MP Grant McCallum had a productive meeting with Transpower about compensation.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.