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Far North could be industrial hemp stronghold if drug law changes
The Far North is ideal for a burgeoning hemp industry, but a law change is needed first.
Thousands can give blood again after rule change - Age editor gets back in the chair
NZ Blood Service taking blood again from those who lived in UK previously banned
Kāinga Ora tenant evicted after terrorising community, shooting four cats
The man harassed children, neighbours, tradesmen and blocked roads with his wheelchair.
6.395kg fish leads first day of 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
1200 fishers are vying for prizes at the 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza in the Far North.
Man charged with murdering ‘beloved mother’ at Whangārei park
The man is accused of murdering Yvonne Chapman in a daylight shooting.
'Make a Marmite sandwich': Luxon's school lunch stance divides opinion
Luxon's ‘Marmite sandwich’ comment sparked widespread criticism.
‘Means a lot’: Toa’s record-breaking triumph at world manu champs
Maara Toa won the Z Manu World Champs adult male division in Auckland.
Prohibited fire season for Far North as dry district’s fire risk rises
Waipoua River scrub fire finally brought under control.
20,000 people attend Northland Field Days
Hundreds of hours of volunteering went into making it happen.
Kevin Page: Mrs P’s unexpected ‘incentive-based contract’ to get me to drink water
I agreed I should drink more than the one glass I struggle with a day.
Property Insider: Scentre result, hotel sale, Tutukaka dispute, Taupō bach sale
Biggest NZ Westfield mall got 12.7 million visits last year, down from 13 million in 2023.
‘Land of weed’: Man thought he was paying $45k for a job and visa ... now he’s behind bars
The Vietnamese man ended up in a cannabis growing op that used $300 of stolen power a day.
Protesters gather outside court to support Northland’s most well-known green fairy
He denied the charges of cultivating and dealing cannabis as supporters protested outside.
Iconic clock museum burgled, forced to close in peak tourism season
A group of people allegedly smashed a window to gain entry to the Quayside attraction.
‘Unimaginable grief’: Heartfelt tribute for mum shot dead in park
Onerahi community on edge after broad daylight shooting in park.
Mum’s heartbreak over baby’s suffering, alleges healthcare ignored concerns
Kruger shared her daughter's suffering to highlight cultural issues in healthcare.
The daring cliffside rescue that saved a tiny kiwi’s life
Two friends saved a tiny kiwi suffering heatstroke on the Tutukākā coast.
‘Disheartening to hear’: Caulerpa spreads to major tourist hotspot
Caulerpa has been found at six new locations near Paihia.
‘Making a difference’: Sailor’s 600km Guinness record bid for charity
A woman is in Northland as part of her attempt to set a world sailing record.
Future energy, tourism lead Northland’s economic development plan
Opportunity sectors are energy, tourism, primary manufacturing and marine manufacturing.
Exclusive: Mangawhai woman says she was sucked into tornado’s vortex
Tina Johnson was lifted into the tornado with her mattress.
‘Tragic’: Police continue to investigate fatal Onerahi shooting
A man remains in a serious condition in hospital as police investigate woman's death.
Tahi’s transformation: From barren farmland to rich biodiversity hub
Tahi's open day features guided walks and mānuka honey tastings.
Joe Bennett: My apples are worth every battle with nature
For the apple is the fundamental fruit, the fruit that’s in the supermarket all year round
Opinion: Navigating accessibility challenges on family trip to Fiji
Travels always have their hiccups and curve balls.
Tutus on Tour coming to Northland: Dancers share what life on the road is like
Ballet lovers are in for a treat.
'Agonising pain': Murder victim's family describe their loss as killer is jailed
Bob Kleiman’s body was found in a Whangārei home in 2022. Now his killer has been jailed.