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News in brief: Para-athlete targets Paralympics with Peru competition
The latest news bites from around the region.
Ghosts beneath the surface: The ships destroyed in our seas
While the spotlight is on the RMS Niagara, it is not the only ship to meet its doom here.
Region pinned firmly on foodie map in Cuisine Good Food Guide
Seven Northland restaurants have been named in the prestigious Cuisine Good Food Guide.
Kapa haka and food galore at Matariki twilight festival in Whangārei
Ngātiwai welcome whānau for the annual twilight Matariki market.
'So proud of Hannah': Family of Football Ferns striker elated over historic goal
It was a 'goal for the eons' Whangārei Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson's dad says.
Alleged road rage incident leads to man's arrest
Armed police were seen entering a property on a main road in Kamo.
Walking among the giants: Kauri Museum's exciting new addition
The public can check out the museum in Matakohe for free this weekend.
'Pretty impossible': Couple struggling with rising living costs head to Australia for better life
'Over there the job is better paying, we can have a better work-life balance.'
News in brief from the Far North - chopper appeal, disaster funding and SH10 crash
News snippets from the Far North.
Investigator has words of caution after phone charger causes house fire
Fire investigator advises people to not leave their chargers unchecked.
Official recognition shows Hundertwasser toilets anything but bog standard
Although the building is less than 25, the toilet's heritage value is remarkable.
Millions available for Far North to recover from extreme weather events
Far North residents can apply for Government funding for past and future weather events.
Wayne Brown opposes Govt plans to make Auckland and Northland guinea pigs for water reforms
A draft pricing plan for Auckland and Northland is being kept under wraps.
Jobs for those keen to be part of Northland electorate's 2023 general election team
Northland electorate has jobs for people wanting to be part of 2023 general election team.
From thinking he would never play sport to the Paralympics: Troy Robertson's journey to the top
Troy Robertson knocked off the first milestone on his journey to the Paralympics.
Bravo Juliet: Rescue helicopter farewelled after 22 years' service
Northland-based chopper donated to MOTAT in Auckland
'Blind rage': Murder accused's violent past laid out in court
Police were called to two separate incidents where a woman was the victim of beatings.
Northland ratepayers to fork out more than $300m in annual rates
Northland ratepayers' big rates bills revealed.
News in brief: Two cars collide on SH10; free concert at school
The latest news bites from around the region.
Drivers escape unscathed after four-vehicle crash in Whangārei
Truck crashes into three vehicles.
'The most compassionate course of action': Stranded distressed dolphin euthanised
The dolphin had been rescued yesterday before it was found stranded again.
Making a material difference
Kaitāia's Anō Anō sessions turning discarded fabric into new creations.
He bought his ute brand new - but was shocked to discover he didn't own it when it came time to sell
Waka Kotahi says registration of vehicle ownership is not the same as ownership.
Bay of Islands’ Te Tau Hou Māori Puanga Matariki Celebrations go off in style
Fireworks and fun mark Bay of Islands' Te Tau Hou Māori Puanga Matariki Celebrations.
Dressed to clash: Blokes don’t get what all the fuss is about
Opinion: When some other individual has chosen exactly the same outfit as you.
News briefs from the Far North - Newest AB gets a win, Aroha Island closure and NRC advice
News snippets from the Far North.
Vince Cocurullo: Dreaming big for our district - have your say
Dreams only become reality when good planning is put in place.
Controversial health policy already being used in Northland despite Govt saying otherwise
Northland hospitals have been using the equity adjuster waitlist tool since May.
More than 6000 reports of stolen cars in five years - but how many have been recovered?
When a stolen vehicle is found, forensics teams work to identify the culprits/joyriders.
Northland lab scientist fails in suspension battle
Lei Yang took Te Whatu Ora Tai Tokerau to the Employment Relations Authority
Northland news in brief: Kaihu family picking up pieces; Whangaruru kura welcomes new principal
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kamo and Mid Northern square off in Northland prems rugby final
Prems rugby final on this Saturday in Whangārei.