Kaikohe killing motive 'highly disturbing', police release image of killer and have DNA
The Kaikohe grandma died in a struggle with the 'sexually motivated' intruder. Police say.
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Far North weed problem highlighted at Mangonui
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Ute winner plans to pay off expenses after selling it
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Poo protest over council discharging waste into Hokianga Harbour
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Woman who stabbed man in self-defence sentenced
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The stage is calling for Northland talent
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NZ-linked Russian billionaire oligarch targeted in latest sanctions
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Report says Far North rates are low, council wages high
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Māori writers provide frank kōrero about returning home
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Call for new highway around slip-plagued Mangamukas
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Wilding pines could be gone in 10 years
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Longest-surviving line dance club north of Auckland bids farewell
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Teen killer jailed: Man's search for friendship ends in 'pain and dying alone'
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Te Hiku Pātaka aims to feed whanau while preserving choice, dignity
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Te Hiku Iwi Development Trust CEO receives top honour for service to Māori
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