Northland doctor highlights pay dispute and staffing crisis in EDs
Dr Gary Payinda says despite the challenges, Northland patients are amazing.
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Opinion: Building community connections in sport and recreation
Strong teamwork, collaboration and sustained focus help achieve the greatest impact.
Opinion: The poplar prophecy came true – 15 years later
Let the firewood snobs sneer at my poplar.
Investigator reveals most likely cause of historic ship fire
The vessel, once a museum linked to Kelly Tarlton, had to be demolished for safety.
Far North residents fear logging slash threatens roads amid bad weather
A Far North couple have fears logging slash will threaten roads as winter nears.
Police name Gisborne woman who died in King's Birthday weekend crash
The 38-year-old died at the scene of a two-vehicle crash on May 31.
Car allegedly stolen at knifepoint in daylight robbery, police seek public help
The vehicle hit several parked cars as it sped from the scene, police say.
Opinion: Recognising the strength and resilience of community
The big question remains, is the Government willing to meet with Māori and work together?
Leaks within Dargaville's ageing infrastructure 'completely foreseeable'
Water was restored Sunday, but higher areas were dry from Friday to Sunday.
'Our first home': Tarlton family mourn loss of beloved historic vessel
Fiona Tarlton, daughter of adventurer Kelly Tarlton, is devastated at the loss of The Tui.
Residents left in the dark after car hits power pole, driver taken to hospital
Power was restored to most homes within 30 minutes on Sunday, except for two households.
Worksafe investigating after person suffers critical injuries in workplace incident
A person was airlifted to Auckland City Hospital in a critical condition.
Northland in for wet and windy Wednesday as weather watches issued
MetService has issued a strong wind watch from 8am tomorrow until midnight.
Opinion: Doctor's blunt advice adds humour to medical visit
To have someone of the medical profession lay that one on me was a bit of a surprise.
Vince Cocurullo: Matariki a time for joy, remembrance and peace
OPINION: The mayor on four-laning, the port expansion, and dry dock.
Dargaville water crisis: Businesses face losses and residents raise health concerns
Repair work will take time as Dargaville's 5000 residents asked to stop using water.
Opinion: Budget boosts for disability sector but gaps remain
This Budget isn’t nearly as brutal for the disability sector as announcements last year.
NZTA warns of proactive road closures, Northland seeks clarity
Closures mainly target the South Island due to icy conditions.
Opinion: Misjudging petrolhead passion
Let’s celebrate the car as one of the greatest innovations of the modern world.
Northland social workers under strain amid high caseloads
The PSA says high workloads are unsafe and unsustainable, needing urgent action.
What Northlanders need to know as severe weather looms
Stormy conditions are expected tonight for Te Tai Tokerau, warns Civil Defence.
Rest home romance: Wedding bells chime for 99-year-old bride
Dennam and Felicia wed at rest home, proving love has no age limit.
News in brief: Police name victim in fatal SH12 crash near Matakohe
The latest news bites from around the region.
House gutted by fire in Maungatūroto, one person hospitalised
The fire is believed to have been caused by a fault in the home's fireplace.
'Most vulnerable are invisible': Northland leaders give Budget 2025 mixed reviews
The Budget is applauded for its rates rebated but criticised for pay equity cuts.
Murder charge laid over Northland man's death, police seek further information
Police are still seeking sightings of a 1999 blue and silver Mitsubishi L200.
Two crashes on State Highway 1 cause delays, diversions
Two people received moderate injuries in the first crash.
One person dead after single vehicle crash in Northland
Motorists have been advised to expect delays on State Highway 12 west of Gallie Rd.
'Nothing short of inspiring': Air NZ boosts Northland nature projects
Eight Northland nature projects by schools, hapū and landcare groups share $50,000.
Driver flees scene after crash into Mangamuka garage
Police say just after 4am a vehicle left State Highway 1 and crashed into a garage.
News in brief: Mea Motu makes surprise appearance with fight in Thailand
The latest news bites from around the region.
Opinion: Mrs P, Boomerang Child, the culinary battle and my weight loss
Kevin Page has lost 15kg over the past year while living in a caravan.
Fresh appeal for information in Parakao homicide probe
Geoffrey Ware's body was found at his home in the Northland village on May 9.