'We’d prefer to know the truth': Joanna Sione-Lauaki's family still living day-to-day as homicide remains unsolved
The Dargaville mother-of-eight died on August 2 and her homicide investigation continues.
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Police thankful for public’s help in catching alleged intoxicated driver.
'His spirit, like his work, remains free and eternal': Remembering renowned photographer Frank Habicht
'He could connect with people whether it was homeless or celebrities.'
'It's really nasty': Health officials bracing for whooping cough outbreak
Health officials are bracing for a whooping cough outbreak, with newborns most at risk.
Far North news briefs - Pink Ribbon donations wanted, new resort manager and rugby league development role
News snippets from the Far North.
New ACC Māori initiative Hāpai aids Far North man's ruptured Achilles recovery
ACC programme specifically for Māori helps Far North man recover from serious injury
New term for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled means new people learning to ride
Busy time ahead for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled.
Police thankful for public's help in catching alleged intoxicated driver in Onerahi
Police arrested a man allegedly driving while three times over the legal alcohol limit.
Gulls sighted around Whangārei Harbour covered in oily substance
Four have died. The Whangārei Native Bird Recovery Centre is bracing for more arrivals.
Community pride: Working bee to clean up town for summer visitors
Kaitāia in line for big spring clean to welcome reopening of SH1 over Mangamukas.
Mayor: Whangārei faces $800,000 bill for cleaning up vandalism and waste
Opinion: Many are shocked to hear the amount we spend on graffiti and litter control.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Carolyn Hansen: Unlock happiness: The power of exercise and healthy eating
OPINION: We need to become aware of us – how we spend and use our energy each day.
From teacups to toys: Still life exhibition sparks creativity at museum
The history of capturing still life traces back to ancient times.
Locally rejected port expansion plan gets fast-track tick
Eleven Northland projects get approval for fast-tracking.
Jonny Wilkinson: Dogs make our lives a little cuter, a touch crazier and a lot happier
OPINION: As far as species go dogs are remarkable survivors.
Joe Bennett: Confronting the fear of dogs and how to outwit a charging dog
OPINION: Joe Bennett recalls learning how to outwit a dog
'Disabled lives matter': Disability sector changes protested in Whangārei
About 100 people attended the Whangārei protest against Government changes.
'Great result': Four arrested after spate of offences in Kaipara and Whangārei
Four people have been arrested after a spate of offending across Kaipara and Whangārei.
'It's a horror film': Greens co-leader wants to help save wāhi tapu land
The Greens co-leader visited the site amidst a second Environment Court hearing.
Far North news in brief: New ambo for mid-North, NZ air quality improving
The latest news bites from around the region.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Transpower being investigated as Northland gets power plan and $1m fund
After a downed pylon cut power to Northland, a plan to keep the lights on is launched.
Promise of more police for Dargaville after Police Minister meets residents
Mark Mitchell and Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson attended a meeting on Friday.
News in brief: Summer roadworks planned; recreaction centre in Ruakākā opens
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kiwi dad with rare cancer spending $165k overseas for surgery
Less than one in a million people have the same cancer as Owen Pihema.
Hūhana Lyndon: The revitalisation of te reo Māori has been a struggle without end
OPINION: New Zealand has a goal of having 1 million te reo Māori speakers by 2040.
'Utterly wrong': Health Minister quashes rumours Dargaville Hospital could be closed down
Many cases are already taken to Whangārei due to the doctor shortage in Dargaville.
News in brief: Strike winner in Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
News in brief: News snippets from the Far North
The latest news bites from around the region.
From Sydney cop to forestry award winner in Far North
Kaitāia woman left her city police career for another demanding environment.
Kevin Page: Age really is just a number
OPINION: I heard him say 'It’s for the old guy out the front'.
Principals slam ‘Big Brother’ approach to attendance
Principals warn fines could harm struggling families, urging support instead.
Aim for Northlanders to have same cancer care and outcomes as Aucklanders
Faster cancer care and new radiation treatment are the way forward.