Photos: Whangārei A&P Show's largest crowd in three years
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Northland riders shine at the show
Riders competed in many different competitions, such as the cowboy challenge demonstration
Road to redemption: Roswell's remarkable Black Sticks return
It's been four years out in the cold, now Dwayne Rowsell is back with a point to prove.
On the hunt with a trapper: 'You have to think like a possum to kill a possum'
"Possums are fussy eaters. They only eat the best of the best."
McCartney the near-perfect role model
New Zealand pole vaulter Eliza McCartney should be who today's youth are learning from.
Digital art showcased in Whangārei exhibition
Whangarei Art Museum Te Manawa Toi is launching four new exhibitions following a revamp.
NRU golf day draws a crowd
The event looked to raise funds for the Rugby For Life programme.
2500 boxes to help families in need this Christmas
The boxes are filled with tea, coffee and other goodies to keep families going.
Mangawhai lifeguards back on the frontline
Mangawhai Heads beach lifeguards are bracing themselves for another busy summer season.
Loop Challenge explodes with colour
The Hātea Loop was full of oddly coloured runners and walkers on Thursday evening.
Tutukaka EV charger to find a new location
A petition to save the EV charger has more than 580 signatures.
Green-thumbed thieves hit Kaipara primary school twice
A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.
Northland's political leaders paid a 'realistic figure'
Is $3 million too much to pay elected representatives in Northland
Lawson: Northland men and women do battle
The upcoming centre interclub sevens competition will surely provide great drama.
What's On: Plan your weekend in Northland
A list of events in Northland this weekend and next week.
York proving mind over matter
Steve York did just three road rides before tackling four laps of Lake Taupō in 33 hours.
Scammer ordered to pay back $7000 to victims in online ticket scam
A Whangārei woman has been ordered to pay back money to victims she "ripped off".
Religious schools miss out on slice of $400m investment package
The $400 million package for around 2050 state schools excluded integrated schools.
Eastwood: Swim Reaper back to stop drownings
Swimmers might get a surprise the next time they go to a Northland beach this summer.
Northland base for testing of new high-tech catamaran
Whangārei Harbour and Bream Bay will offer ring-side seats to view the new boat in action
Year 4-6 athletes put on a show
About 400 children from at least 30 schools gathered for the annual athletics day.
Ministers visit Waitangi for Ngāpuhi settlement hui
It comes after the Crown removed its recognition of Tūhoronuku's mandate.
Community charged after landlord requests removal of EV station
The EV charger was installed five years ago by Northpower.
Bulls Gorge roadworks to continue until Christmas
Driving through the gorge taking as long a half an hour, frustrated motorists say.
Christmas trees bring joy to community
St John's Golden Church in Kamo has more than 50 trees on display.
Northland-based Samoans postpone trip to the island
Northland-based Samoans postpone trips back home for Christmas.
Northland College fixing oversight which led to law breach
The board have been working hard.
Tennis Northland's plea for more numbers
Is the future of Northland's premier tennis competition in jeopardy?
Education focus for new animal control officers
Kaipara District Council's new animal control officers focus on public education.
Crown and Ngāpuhi to build new mandates for Treaty negotiations
Tūhoronuku's mandate is no longer fit for Ngāpuhi, the Government says.
Two newborn fairy terns push up population of endangered bird
Two chicks, one at Mangawhai and the other at Pakiri, hatched on Thursday.
New report urges immediate action to move port north
Northland mayors back a new report that urges action on moving the Auckland port north.
Northern Advocate collects toys for children in need
The Northern Advocate asks for people to donate toys, games and non-perishable food.