Northland news in brief: Critical crash, biosecurity risk and hospo finalists
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounding regions.
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Māori gains from Budget 2023 highlighted at Whangārei breakfast meeting with MPs
Government’s Māori MPs explain what the Budget has delivered to Māori in Northland
Why breaching name suppression in the Ruakākā homicide case is such a big deal
A breach is considered contempt of court - a serious offence.
Teen jailed for five years for killing Good Samaritan who gave him a lift
Northlander Michael Biggins was giving two youths a lift when he was stabbed to death.
Kaitāia foodbank forced to scale back service due to donation shortage
Foodbanks are experiencing a severe shortage in donations due to cost of living pressures.
'Something utterly ridiculous': Business owner begins hunt for Northland's ugliest car
Melanie Kinghan has hatched another plan to liven up her Kerikeri Rd business.
Sick of crime, he closed his dairy and opened a cafe. Thieves struck again
Cash register ripped out and stolen from cafe in Whangārei.
Northland news in brief: Brewery win; brigade kept busy and art tackles plastic pollution
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Opinion: Any concerns about civic centre now put to rest
Initially, Mayor Vince Cocurullo struggled to justify the cost to the public..
News in brief: Sailor rescued; lucky Lotto winners
The latest news bites from around the region.
Sharks score off a turnover to win in Kaihu
The Sharks overpowered Kamo at home in their Premier rugby meeting.
Council: Whangārei Civic Centre safe for staff to move in
The WDC says the discovery of toxic black mould has not delayed about 500 staff moving in.
Our Treasures: Disco the Kiwi's final dance before release back into the wild
Disco's departure has sparked mixed emotions from the team at Kiwi North.
Carolyn Hansen: Beating the myth out of 'beating the bulge'
Tight hip flexors can lead to a lot of issues - not just around our stomachs.
Brent Eastwood: How sporting codes are trying to keep kids engaged
A huge effort is being put into the way sporting codes cater for younger people.
Joe Bennett: Health and safety - the two most dangerous words in the modern lexicon
How a tale of troublesome tipple proves a point about autonomy.
News in brief: Rāhui for missing kayaker lifted; trio arrested after overnight burglary
The latest news bites from around the region.
Nomadic tree planters put down roots in Northland — starting with 1500 trees a day
Meg and Lucas are doing their bit planting trees throughout Northland.
'Worst seaweed pest' found in Bay of Islands days after council sounds alarm
The “foot and mouth” of marine seaweed pests was discovered on a Rāwhiti beach.
WorkSafe prohibits high-risk school trips after Abbey Caves death
WorkSafe has issued two notices to the high school as it undergoes investigation.
'It was my worst nightmare': Dad relives day son hurt in deadly crash
The ute Ryan Hall's young son was travelling in collided head-on with a truck.
Harshinni Nayyar from Whangārei Girls High to compete in national Race Unity Speech Awards final
Whangārei Girls' High student Harshinni Nayyar wins regional Race Unity Speech Awards
70 students compete at Northland Scholastic Surf trials
Northland Scholastic Surf trials see big turnout from region's schools
Fine weather sees delayed Northland bowls comps finally played
Janice Little wins delayed Northland Women's Centre Singles bowls title.
Budget 2023 report card: Do the Govt's financial commitments meet the grade?
Four themes dominate this year's Budget - the cost of living among them.
Ruakākā children's deaths: Police took nearly an hour to dispatch staff
Police shared further details after their response time raised questions.
Road Safety Week 2023: We can't blame crashes on road conditions, says driver trainer
Gerry O'Connell has spent more than a decade trying to make our roads safer.
John Williamson: How tragic events change laws
Williamson says safety, after all, involves both a system and an education process.
Pro wrestler-turned-comic artist Michel Mulipola heading to Northland
Michel Mulipola is known for his graphic novel Samoan Heroes and work for Marvel, Disney.
Storm-damaged roads need $185.5m of repairs - but leaders aren't holding their breath
Northland's storm-ravaged roads need $185.5m - but will today's Budget deliver?
Lighthouse walkway at Cape Rēinga re-opens after storm damage
The road to the Taputaputa campground remains closed due to slips.
Far North mum keeps the whānau fed, despite financial constraints
Shantelle Puru's careful budget faced ruin when $50 was lost in the supermarket carpark.
Haze Peihopa homcide: Whangārei brothers convicted over death fighting to keep name suppression
Court of Appeal to decide if brothers convicted over Whangārei death keep suppression
Road Safety Week 2023: Paramedic's warning after seeing too much carnage on roads
Critical care paramedic Paul Davis has seen more than enough carnage on our roads.