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Fuel security driving government study on reopening Marsden Point refinery
Resources Minister Shane Jones says the refinery is key for the country's resilience.
Celebrity Treasure Island winner and comedian opens up about his friends, mum and his show
He is keen to spend more time in the region.
Oops, I did it again - Jonny Wilkinson
Opinion: Falling over comes with the territory when you have cerebral palsy.
News in brief: Waitangi Day traffic, road closures and more
The latest news bites from around the region.
Health warning issued as fire burns in Kaipara
Residents woke to ash and soot on their cars.
'Fight for justice': BNZ told to reimburse scam victims nearly $300k after missing ‘red flags’
The Banking Ombudsman found BNZ had missed crucial warning signs of a known scam.
'They’re building a ghetto': Residents unite in opposition to Kāinga Ora's plans
A meeting of 80 residents has agreed the proposed development is too intense.
What's on this Waitangi weekend
Plenty is on offer to cater for people with all interests this weekend.
Far North Mayor hosts first-time Waitangi local government sector presence
'It’s taken a lot of work to get as far as this.'
'I'm effectively cured': Gene-editing trial proves promising for treating rare disorder
Judy Knox no longer takes drugs for her potentially fatal disorder, hereditary angioedema.
Rugby league fundraiser for youth attracts major sporting talent
Among the star-studded line up are Kiwi players Ruben Wiki, Duane Mann, and Jerry Suesue.
Northland's median weekly rent revealed
Whangārei had the highest median weekly rental price in Northland according to Trade Me
News in brief: Lifeguards call for common sense at beaches; man charged with firearm offence
The latest news bites from around the region.
New year, but full staffing for Hauora Hokianga midwifery service
Fully staffed Hauora Hokianga midwifery service for 2024
Former Blues rugby player mourns loss of two family members and dog in crash
Their car smashed into a tree, bursting into flames.
Groundbreaking caulerpa dredging results expected in next month
The two-week trial began last week.
Undersized, over the limit and prohibited: Scallop divers break all the rules
The two men were caught in the Whangārei Harbour late last year.
Better food security: Northland Edible Garden Trail helps residents be more self-sustainable
Want to start a food forest but don't know how? Join the Northland Edible Garden Trail.
'We’ll get remarkably quiet': Businesses face tough decisions ahead of Brynderwyns closure
Transport companies will “have to pass costs on”.
‘Your fella better sleep with one eye open:’ Man allegedly attacked ex's new love with a hammer
The assault is alleged to have occurred at Jaggers Camp near Ocean Beach.
'We all thought we would die' Family grateful to swimmer who saved teen
The rescuer was only at the beach that day because his son asked him to go there.
'All-round good guy' killed alongside mother in fiery crash
Gerald Mannion has been described as an 'all-round good guy' by his Lions friends.
News in brief: Retirement village to research inclusion of elderly people; Top Energy plans maintenance work
The latest news bites from around the region.
News briefs from the Far North - rescue helicopter donations, scholarships available and walkway work resumes
News snippets from the Far North
Act leader expects Waitangi events will be 'tense'
David Seymour's Treaty proposals have a Māori leader saying anything could happen.
New Kaitāia water supply being tested, but no date for tap water supply
No date yet for Kaitāia's new Sweetwater supply to start.
News in brief: Police name man who drowned at Ruakākā Beach; scholarship applications open
The latest news bites from around the region.
Former WWII pilot celebrates 100th birthday: 'It’s just a big adventure'
Whangārei resident Ross Maclaren turns 100 on Monday.
Taking it day by day: Ultra-marathon runner aims for world record
Want to run an ultra-marathon a day? Shannon-Leigh Litt explains how it's done.
Our Treasures: The journey of Whangārei's well-loved miniature trains
The trains have been chugging their way into the hearts of passengers young and old.
Joe Bennett: My burning yet fruitless hatred for flies
They say a nice person wouldn’t hurt a fly. I am not a nice person.
Northland passengers refusing to fly Air NZ after cancellations
Northlanders say Air New Zealand's Whangārei and Kerikeri flights are too unreliable.