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News in brief: Free first phone boxes, Electricity authority given three months to investigate power cut
The latest news bites from around the region.
Matariki at Planetarium North - Our Treasures
Opinion: Our visit to Planetarium North was an absolutely stellar experience.
'It’s important for our mental health in the cold': Matariki fun warms hearts
Friday's events included Whangārei's Light and Lantern Parade, and Waipu on Ice.
Dry July: Far North couple who went through cancer journeys at same time speak in support
Far North cancer survivors Steve and Valerie Smith are getting behind Dry July.
Regional council specialists to work with marae on flood resilience
Marae from near Cape Reinga in the north to Kaipara’s Naumai in the south are involved.
Woman brutally attacked slams justice system after not learning of abuser's release
The woman received a formal written notice three days before her attacker was released.
Joe Bennett reflects on his time in Crete
Opinion: Joe Bennett spends some time in Crete.
Don’t worry be happy, if you can - Carolyn Hansen
OPINION: Increasing tensions, negative feelings and emotions are rising around the world.
Brynderwyns reopening a success, work will continue until spring
Afte a four-month long closure State Highway 1 at the Brynderwyn Hills is open.
Months of pain for former hairdresser leads to colorectal cancer diagnosis
A few years after losing her son to suicide, she noticed fatigue. Then came the diagnosis.
John Williamson: Making a visible difference to road safety
OPINION: A study shows older drivers recognise cyclists less often than younger ones.
Northland councils stick with Māori wards despite Government push
Two of the four councils will retain Māori wards, while the other two are tight-lipped.
News briefs from the Far North - truck leaves highway, filmmaking workshops and power compo
New snippets from the Far North.
Still no Sweetwater for Kaitāia as project is believed to top $20m
Costs of Kaitāia's new water source soar, but no water yet.
Northland news in brief: Climate factors blamed for ‘zombie’ fish; investigation into arrest
The latest news bites from around the region.
Far North could be best place to see Matariki stars this week
Matariki star system visible from Far North this week
Big slip won't stop Mangamuka Gorge reopening by Christmas - NZTA
New large slip won't stop SH1 over gorge reopening by Christmas.
Looking forward: Northlanders relieved Brynderwyns open after four long months
State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyns is finally open tonight after four months of detours.
IPCA reviewing firearm incident after shot fired, wanted man injured in fall
Investigations are under way into a Far North incident in which police fired a shot.
Bridge vs Truck: Another truck hits Rust Ave structure, the second in two weeks
Whangārei rail overbridge in Rust Ave hit by truck for 16th time.
'You are going to jail': Only one outcome for violent teen in jewellery store robbery
He herded employees into the back of the store and attacked one with a crowbar.
'Moment of stupidity': Honoured citizen pulled rifle on boy racers
But now he has been discharged without conviction for his actions.
News briefs from the Far North - no paddock cars, dogs to be registered and new speed limits
News snippets from the Far North
From the Far North to the world - brothers hope debut single will lead to global success
Debut single from Far North-raised Zentarge released for Matariki.
News in brief: Paddy's Paddock, register your pet
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaitāia Primary School could have longest running education site in the country
190 years of education at Kaitāia Primary site recognised
Businesses want compensation as Transpower says too many nuts taken off pylon caused power cut
Northland businesses want compensation.
Big Shout Out to Far North's army of volunteers
Volunteers from the Far North honoured for National Volunteer Week
Garden bird survey: How you can take part
Pull up a chair and spend an hour in your backyard counting birds.
Top Whangārei building apprentice 'stoked' to be in national competition
Jayden Hudson-Owen will represent Whangārei at a national competition this week.
Employment dispute at Northland Fire HQ involves Kaipara's deputy mayor
Jonathan Larsen refused to take other offers from the station unless they were permanent.
Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Strengthening our community through resilience
OPINION: Your best source of information ... will always be Northland Civil Defence.
Social media driving fights and bullying, principals say
According to one principal, the latest fight occurred recently.