Vince Cucurullo: Balancing budgets to protect our future
OPINION: Our people can only take so much more of this, the Whangārei Mayor says.
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Brutal killer of Whangārei teen denied parole after 17 years in jail
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The latest news bites from around the region.
People urged to stay away from Great Exhibition Bay following possible explosive device found
The NZ Defence Force is working with police to safely detonate the explosive.
‘Insanely cheap and healthy food’: No regrets for couple who moved to Aussie
Northland couple have no regrets about moving to Australia.
From sea to land: The kingfish farm of the future
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News in brief: Waipū Santa Parade back on Christmas Eve
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Awanui Day hopefully precursor to national beauty awards for the town
"It's a great way for the community to come together and show off the town."
'Our roads need more attention': Leaders back petition calling for state highway improvements
Road maintenance should be the 'number one priority'.
Electricity from Kaitāia solar farm to power big-box retailers
Kaitāia's massive solar farm will provide electricity to a national retail giant.
After 48 hours of wild weather, what to expect next
Warmer temperatures are expected in the next few days.
News in brief: Warning over polystyrene at beaches; drought support
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Secure your trampolines: Wild weather lashes Northland
Northlanders should batten down the hatches on Sunday afternoon due to wild weather.
Strong Tai Tokerau representation to feature in national kapa haka competition
Te Mana Kuratahi National Primary School Kapa Haka Competition kicks off next Monday.
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