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Seismometer to shake up interest in quakes
Four of these seismometers are now operating in Northland
Size helps but it's all about technique: Expert shares tips ahead of today's bomb comp
Forty Northlanders to take on celebrity chefs for title of Manu Master in Russell today.
News in brief: Man arrested after driving complaint leads to stolen car
Three arrested in Kamo dairy robbery, while in Kaeo police respond to a firearms incident.
Comment: I look forward to Old Blighty moving with the times
Throughout his stint in Number 10, Boris Johnson has been involved in countless gaffs.
Joe Bennett: It's toast and that's all there is to say
How much butter on your toast?
'I love league' Wāhine and kōtiro lace up for new league competition
Competition kicks off this weekend and has six contested women's team.
Four meningococcal cases detected in Northland
Take steps this winter against meningococcal as four cases detected in Northland.
Another deluge to hit Far North tonight
Major slip closes Waiotemarama Gorge Rd in South Hokianga.
Calls for security on after-school buses as drivers battle violence and bad behaviour
"Someone is going to get very, very hurt."
Afghan families learn how to swim
Afghan families settled in Whananaki find their first swim lessons fun and exciting.
'I left the navy to become a drag queen': Anita Wigl'it brings her tour to Whangārei
Drag star Anita Wigl'it talks the story of her life in her new stand-up show.
Rural non-delivery: 'Overwhelmed' postie hoards 15 months of mail
Missing mail included specialist appointments, car registrations and jury duty summons.
Orange heavy rain warning and strong wind watch for Northland issued
Northlanders advised to take care on the roads this afternoon and to avoid going out.
One person dead after Moerewa crash
The fatal crash involved two vehicles, police said.
Extension 350 programme a catalyst for change for farmers
Business mentoring programme comes to an end.
Cost of living has a dampening effect on Northland house buyers' appetite
Northland's median price remains unchanged from June 2021, sitting at $700,000.
First Union claims Channel Infrastructure won't pay a cent towards site remediation
Expected cost of conversion to import-terminal at Marsden Pt between $200m and $220m.
'It was funny and very lucky to spot humpback whale so close to home'
Visitors in Northland blessed with the rare sight of humpback whales feeding in the water.
More heavy rain expected this week after downpour
The heavy rain for the week is not over, MetService is warning.
Comment: Now is not the time to let Covid guard down
Despite our wish to be done with the virus, Covid hasn't finished with us yet
My car can't take it any longer: Motorists bemoan the state of Northland roads
Gaping holes in our state highways and local roads have sparked a new social media group.
Dairy staff detectives find getaway car, weapons after suspects' social media boast
Tutukaka store robber posts selfie with stolen cigarettes on social media.
'Delinquent behaviour': Businesses seek council cash for show of force in CBD
Crime in Whangārei centre "destroying our wonderful city centre", says business lobby.
Maungaturoto Country Club loses another sheep
Country caretaker discovers pregnant ewe killed and newborn and intestines left behind.
Teen's mum praises 'hero' mates after freak skate accident
Injured skater's friends stopped the bleeding, called 111, kept calm and stuck with him.
Watch: Gone in 60 seconds - thieves loot store's cigarette shelves
Terrified worker hides in back room as four males strip tobacco products.
Shane Reti: Medical workforce crying out for GPs
It's time to ensure health spending is delivering more frontline services.
Ngāwhā healing hot springs reopen to banish winter chills
New pricing, opening times aim to protect taonga, spread crowds and create employment.
Mid Northern win club rugby final, skipper scores four tries
Mid Northern end nine-year drought on premier rugby title with win over Waipū.
Cosplay fans gather at the Plunge Pop Culture Convention
Plunge Pop Culture Convention organiser is excited for the first event in Kerikeri.
News briefs: Help needed for Rugby World Cup, another store robbed
Catch up on what's happening around the region.