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John Williamson: New tech aims to tackle truck driver fatigue on our roads
Heavy truck drivers have stringent rules slung around their work hours.
Sweetwater from aquifer in Kaitāia taps after five years and $17m
After 5 years and $17 million Kaitāia gets Sweetwater from aquifer
Homeless family camps at Whangārei beach for more than a month, draws complaints
The family camped at Parua Bay Yacht Club for over a month.
Hundertwasser Art Centre hoping to claw back losses with good summer
The centre has struggled with low tourist numbers and the cost-of-living crisis.
‘It is so wrong’: Drunk driver gets home detention for crash that killed fashion designer
Fashion designer Samantha Williams was killed by drink driver Jake Hamlin.
Three burglaries in Dargaville overnight, ‘suspicious’ activity reported
Police said reports of suspicious activity were being investigated to ascertain links.
Isolated Far North communities get funding for solar and wind projects
Far North's Te Kao and Waimamaku communities to get green power to aid development.
News in brief: Legends of League golf event raises over $10,000 for youth teams
The latest news bites from around the region.
E.coli found in school water, students asked to bring bottles
An MoE upgrade is expected for Mangawhai School's water infrastructure.
Whangārei fluoridation order sparks backlash from Winston Peters
Winston Peters called the fluoridation mandate a 'despotic Soviet-era disgrace'.
$600k of ratepayer funding for 22 Northland climate resilience projects
$300,000-plus funds 12 Far North-specific climate resilience projects.
Far North council promises Sweetwater into taps from Tuesday
After several false starts Kaitāia to get Sweetwater into taps
Retail shake-up: Appliance delivery and removal brand moves into NZ
The company believes the NZ appliance retail market is ripe for upheaval.
‘Ripped off’: Whangārei motorists, officials alarmed over fuel costs
Whangārei's mayor says fuel companies "have a chokehold in Northland".
News in brief: Far North water restrictions remain, cyclist who died named
The latest news bites from around the region.
‘Psychological torture’: Neighbours' relief as woman evicted for excessive noise
Thirteen complaints were made to Kāinga Ora since she moved in last year.
Man cave reveals artist Murray Ross' nostalgic treasures and humour
Murray Ross freelances in traditional signwriting with Fastsignz in Whangārei.
Jonny Wilkinson: Disability reforms could hinder true progress
The consultation focuses on specific proposals, not a blank canvas.
Opinion: The enduring charm of handwritten letters in a digital age
Posting a letter today is compared to riding a penny-farthing.
Far North man charged with kidnapping, possession of firearm and threats to kill
Police have said the charges are serious but could not comment further on the specifics.
How local businesses believe they can outshine big brands like Freedom
Local businesses say they still have something special to offer customers.
Botox popularity grows in Northland
Botox clinics are increasing in Northland, offering 'appearance medicine'.
‘Blood pouring out’: Mum’s warning after Kmart trolley accident injures toddler
The family are warning others about the dangers of children swinging on trolleys.
How a Far North teen’s hard work led to global volleyball success
Kerikeri’s Kaia Derbyshire, 16, will compete in volleyball in Canada and Thailand.
‘Major issue’: 3000-home plan aims to tackle Kerikeri housing crisis
Plans include a new school, supermarket, hotel, and a network of walkways and cycle paths.
‘Totally bizarre’: Kiwi woman puzzled by unexpected cholera diagnosis
Health officials say the non-toxigenic strain poses no public health risk.
Ōkaihau cyclist killed in alleged hit-and-run named
The 19-year-old died on January 28 following what police alleged was a hit-and-run.
‘Unacceptable levels’: Rising rent drives poverty and homelessness
Otangarei residents spend 56% of weekly income on rent, highlighting stress.
News in brief: 12,000 oppose 35-year sand mining plan at Bream Bay
The latest news bites from around the region.
Whangārei District councillors risk imprisonment as rebel fluoride stance continues
Whangārei District Council today voted to keep going with its refusal to fluoridate, risking imprisonment and more. Video / Susan Botting
Whangārei District Council risks jail over defying fluoridation order
The council defies a government order to fluoridate water by March 28.
‘Sorry is not enough’: Killer who bludgeoned teen girlfriend to death aspires to mentor youth
Black Power member Nathan Fenton beat Mairina Dunn for 90 minutes with a sawn-off shotgun.
Locals fear sand mining will turn pristine beaches into mud
Locals fear dredging Bream Bay will damage beaches and marine life.