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Former Wimbledon champ's academy set to boost Northland tennis
The academy will offer beginner lessons, squad training, private coaching, and camps.
Medicinal cannabis leader among Act candidates to run for council in Northland
Local body election candidate nominations formally open on July 4 and close on August 1.
Northland firefighters face struggles with ageing fleet and delays
Firefighters worry their ageing engine may impact response times.
'It's security': Push for KiwiSaver access to aid young farmers
Federated Farmers launched a petition to change KiwiSaver rules urgently.
Jonny Wilkinson: Innovative trial seeks to fill respite care gap in Northland
The Tai Tokerau survey showed a severe shortage of respite options in Northland.
Man celebrating prison release got into gang-fuelled bar brawl, landing him back in jail
The fight involved multiple people and four victims, including one who was stabbed.
Name suppression lifted for man accused of murdering Far North local
George Raharaha, 73, is accused of murdering Daniel Hepehi in Hōreke.
'It's time to pass the baton': Chorus marks 30 years with leadership change
They’ve performed barbershop and modern a cappella since 1992.
Son of prominent Māori activist jailed over historic child sex abuse
His accuser said the abuse occurred in Avondale and Whangārei.
Active front brings strong winds, downpours to Northland
MetService has placed a severe thunderstorm watch on Northland until 11am.
Northland teen wins $25,000 education scholarship
Aston Plunkett received seven As in her exams and topped NZ in Geography.
Northland stakeholders cautious on urgent RMA reforms
Northland stakeholders show cautious support for RMA changes but want deeper reform.
News in brief: Kaipara champions honoured, severe thunderstorms, Lotto winners
The latest news bites from around the region.
'It's selfish': Drugged driver chased by up to 20 police cars blasted for 'dumb' driving
Blake Herbert was on bail for a kidnapping when he drove high on meth and evaded police.
Police officer to be charged after pursuit crash that killed teen
The family of Whangārei teen Angel Riley say their hunt for justice is just beginning.
'Absolutely unreal': Dive trip inspires young conservationists
The trip to one of the world's best dive spots rewarded the passion of nine Northlanders.
Developer to pay $50k over sacred land battle, hapū still short
The legal battle cost Ngāti Kahu o Torongare about $120,000, not counting volunteer time.
News in brief: Northland Regional Council approves rates rise, lower than forecast
The latest news bites from around the region.
John Williamson: The responsibility of grandparents in child car safety
Grandparents may struggle with car seat installations, but kids are safer with them.
Rising concerns: Northland's alleged homicide rate surpasses 2024 total
As of May 1, Northland had the highest number of alleged homicides out of each district.
'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealed
Former principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.
Man pleads not guilty to charges in death of Bay of Islands nurse
A 59-year-old is charged with careless driving, causing the death of Mandy Rita Mackenzie.
Northland woman's plan to tackle boy racer culture gains traction
Ren Haskell is leading a grassroots initiative to tackle burnout culture in Northland.
Northland’s council water shake-up: Big changes, bigger bills ahead?
About 130,000 water connections in Northland will be affected by new plans.
Student-led art project challenges stigma around mental illness
Cerise Tana, who is studying social work, says the art is a form of activism.
Doctors blame Health NZ cuts for colonoscopy delays, cancer risks
Wait times for colonoscopies in Northland have increased significantly.
Far North couple lose home, pets in devastating fire
Owners Susie and Kevin Wheller have been left with nothing but the clothes on their back.