Mangōnui's much-loved mural wins national award
Community voted on the design, which pays homage to Mangōnui and its taiao.
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Ngāpuhi says free dental care convoy a good idea with bad timing
Dr Scott Waghorn's convoy of mobile dental clinics got as far as the Te Hana 'border'.
Mask enforcement a concern for bus driver
The rule of mandatory mask wearing on public transport will come into effect on Monday.
Northland police thank community for support in tragic baby death case
Northland police thank community for support in tragic baby death case
Rugby final drama overcomes Covid-19 restrictions
The field on Saturday was completely fenced off from the public.
Police advise people to be vigilant after spike in burglaries
Vehicles and trailers have been targeted at businesses and residences in Whangārei.
Mangamuka Gorge to stay closed until at least mid-October
Fixing worst slip will entail building a wall with 20m concrete piles.
Waipū seal title with extra time penalty
Waipū's Ben Mathers stepped up to take the game-winning penalty.
NRC urging boat owners to have wreck removal insurance
NRC forced to dispose off abandoned vessels at a cost it can ill-afford.
Vaughan Gunson: Music for these Covid times
Most of us have a history of failed relationships with people.
Northland metal band Alien Weaponry have new member after hectic schedule takes toll
Northland metal band Alien Weaponry have new member after hectic schedule takes toll.
Troy Kingi among five finalists in APRA song of the year award
Song titled Mighty Invader explores the 'painful legacy of colonisation'.
Whangārei Rod and Custom Club gives $15K to Kind Hands Respite Care Cottage
Car club determined that its chosen charity would not miss out.
Ngāpuhi service station gets iwi-themed makeover
It looks like an ordinary service station outside but has a Ngapuhi-themed interior.
Northland's Covid testing numbers drop
There are no confirmed or probable Covid-19 cases in Northland.
Northland father jailed for manslaughter of baby daughter
'You will have to deal with the loss of your daughter by your own hands': Judge.
News snippets from Northland
Church leader to be sentenced for sex abuse; and carjacker remanded.
Northlanders overcharged by out-of-town taxis
A Whangārei woman was charged $150 for an 8km trip which should cost no more than $30.
Six weeks jail for quarantine breach
Whangārei man jailed for six weeks for breaching Covid-19 quarantine rules.
Kaitaia man jailed for four years six months for manslaughter of four-week-old daughter
Kaitaia man jailed for four years six months for manslaughter of four-week-old daughter
Lawson: Winter bowls coming to an end
The opening of the 2020-21 season is scheduled for Sunday, August 30.
Ngata-Henare stuns South Island table tennis competition
The 14-year-old is ranked eighth for all female table tennis players in New Zealand.
'Painless test': One Whangārei man's Covid-19 experience
"[The test] is very easy and very simple, it won't take much of your time and no pain."
Business owners believe break-ins linked
Whangārei business owners fed up with repeated burglaries say they are linked.
Policeman injured trying to stop carjacker
Woman also suffers injuries after man pulls her out of car in Whangārei and drives away.
Man in custody after carjacking incident in Whangārei
Man assaults driver of a car in Whangārei and drives away in a carjacking incident.
More success for Taipa Area School band Pig Hunters
Two regional wins could see band feature in two national music competitions.
Food for thought in Kaipara Kai
Kaipara district's research highlights different land use possibilities.
Up to 80mm fell in places as stormy weather wreaks havoc
More rain and thunder storm in store for the rest of the week in Northland.
News snippets from Northland
Crash driver had medical event; and eco light bulb giveaway postponed.
DHB says low risk to others as Kiwi North visitor tests positive for Covid-19
Vigilance is key in the fight against Covid-19, according to Hokianga residents.
Chicken Man's favourite chook killed by roaming dogs
Kerikeri's Mitchell Wahl and his chickens became celebrities after X Factor show in 2013.
July's massive Northland storm caused $18m of damage to infrastructure
More than 700 road repair jobs in Whangarei District caused by storm, months to fix.