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Night-time rescue of man from cliff at Spirits Bay
Rescue of trapped climber carried out in dark and windy conditions.

Trina Henare's focus on whānau
Sport Northland's Trina Henare is determined to see more Māori involved in sport.

Northland – single super council not on agenda, but closer ties are
Northland councils working closely together.

Boost for roundabout project means second bridge and double-laning
Work at the roundabout a Loop Rd and SH1 intersection will now be double-laned.

News briefs from Northland: Better broadband, shed fire and court cases
News briefs from Northland.

Ministry confirms Kāinga Ora failed to secure lease for Ruakākā site
Whangārei MP Dr Shane Reti said there was no healthy discussion with the community.

Eastwood: Moderation is key in holiday season
Brent Eastwood delivers his final Sport Thought for 2019 - and it's a good one to remember

Konia in, Witcombe out for Taniwha
George Konia is looking to turn Northland's fortunes around in the Mitre 10 Cup in 2020.

SPCA initiative calls for homes for animals over Christmas
It's hoped some of the temporary homes could become permanent if a bond is created.

New leadership for Ngāpuhi rūnanga
Mangu has been acting chair of the organisation following Sonny Tau's resignation.

Northlanders pack out World School Sevens
An under-14 women's rugby grade is being discussed for implementation in 2020.

Appeal board rules that ice cream makes you happy
Whangārei resident complained over sign outside a Maunu dairy.

Northland take out T20 title
After finishing last in 2018, Northland's men's T20 team certainly redeemed themselves.

Administrator stole $250,000 from Northland school
Administrator stole $250,000 from Northland school.

Hikurangi and Whangārei Power set for national stage
Hikurangi almost secured the double before Whangārei Power took out the men's title.

Babe: Snell was NZ's greatest athlete
It didn't take long for Ian Babe to realise Snell's greatness during an 800m race in 1964.

Northland councils seek NZTA dollars for roads damage
Secondary roads in Northland are being damaged due to state highway traffic diversions.

Volunteers needed for Bream Bay beach patrols
More ambassadors needed for beach patrols to help spread the safety message.

Cricket: History-making hundreds for Northland
'Anything you can do, I can do better', was the message from Northland's Henry Cooper.

Three pet dogs and two cows die of 1080 poisoning around Hukerenui
Regional Council has launched investigations after three dogs and two heifers died.

Kaleidoscope of crafts offers treats for Christmas shoppers
Local artists present their crafts and artwork weekly at the Reyburn House Art Gallery.

Brooke-Smith's next step in Olympic future
The current world number two for his age, Luke Brooke-Smith is off on a new challenge.

Bad vibrations: Roundabout can't come soon enough for patient residents
Project on schedule, but long-suffering residents admit "it's wearing a bit thin".

Colgan: Summer season starts at Ruakākā
Local trainer Kim Knight could be in for an early Christmas present in Ruakākā tomorrow.

Onerahi revisits its past
More True Tales of Onerahi includes 106 stories and 450 photographs of the suburb.

Early Onerahi blitz skittles City
The under-strength City team were wallowing at 32 for 6 inside 10 overs on Saturday.

Tiny gardeners grow prize-winning sunflowers
Ruawai Kindergarten grew the tallest sunflower in the region, measuring 294cm.

Northland news in brief: Karikari fire under control, kindergarten burgled
News from around Northland.