News snippets from Northland.

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The latest news bites from around the region.

'It’s out the gate' - Whangārei resident concerned about out-of-control dogs.

Slippage described as 'quite a concern' but it doesn't mean the dam's about to fail.

Police say the 48yo's death is not being treated as suspicious.

Givealittle page set up to help deaf Kerikeri bowler represent NZ at world champs.

Northland’s bowling champions will play in the NZ Champion of Champions competition.

Some local horses are in the running for success at the Ruakākā races this weekend.

The councils are working to get ahead of the pest before it spreads elsewhere.

Volunteers welcome at upcoming community effort to plant 800 natives in Mangōnui.

Agreement between council and hapū will see Kerikeri Far North's first bilingual town.

The changes could keep teachers in the profession, a Far North principal says.

Extensive searches in Whangārei parks failed to find the 48yo.

Machinery used to repair flood damage may also have spread Manchurian rice grass.

The spot needs to be within 3 hours' drive of Auckland, with easy access to bush and sea.

A Kaikohe property on the same street the victim lived has been raided.

The state housing development has not been without controversy.

Northland mouth artist again has artwork as part of international card sales

The Kaikohe grandma died in a struggle with the 'sexually motivated' intruder. Police say.

Three Far North road deaths in a week spark safety warnings.

When we say that we need to spend money on the roads, it is not going anywhere else.

Venus Cherrington is retired but still saving lives - and now has a QSM.

10-day anchorage and fishing ban at Omakiwi Cove in Govt's biosecurity response.

Carol Ann no longer has a death sentence hanging over her.

Their comedic to-and-fro is a key ingredient in their timeless love.