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Police get special powers to act in sorting out gang conflict in the district.
Whakaari/White Island timelapse
Recent timelapse taken of Whakaari/White Island. Evidence of fresh explosive activity had been seen on the island. Video / Damian Rahmann Photography
‘Unacceptable’: PM on police handling of girl’s misidentification
The 11-year-old girl was misidentified by police before being handcuffed and injected with antipsychotic drugs.
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Two proposals will go before councillors on Thursday.
Man charged with manslaughter, unlawful hunting after Kawerau man’s death
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PM slates failure to inform ministers of 11yo misidentified by police, handcuffed, and drugged
One minister described the incident as 'every parent's worst nightmare'.
Revealed: The electorates proposed to be abolished, renamed
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Convicted murderer death in custody: Police failed in duty of care
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Seriously injured person airlifted to Christchurch after Taihape crash
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Auckland University incident: Person facing charges after five run over on footpath
University students were seen diving out of the way of the incoming car.
‘Bounce back’: Wellington house attracts 17 offers, sells 18% above RV
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Police appeal for witnesses after Hamilton, Taupō crashes
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Christopher Luxon says old fast-track provisions were ‘insanely stupid’
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Far North’s Mahoe Cheese tastes more success
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Opinion: How historic commemoration paves way for future unity
Over 1000 from Ngāti Whātua Nui Tonu marked 200 years since Te Ika a Ranganui.
Kerikeri’s Nurture by Nature to party like its 2005 after 20 years open
Nurture by Nature early childcare centre in Far North turning 20.
Iwi festival tipped to draw thousands
Far North iwi's Te Āhuareka o Ngāti Hine Festival on again.
Hapū agree price for 50% share of Hawke’s Bay Airport
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Every day is Christmas at Far North Christmas Tree Farm
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Far North news briefs - tsunami siren test, regional fall, and council fees reviewed
News snippets from the Far North.
How much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' bills
The mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%.
Bonfire of the authorities: How Govt's planning reforms will impact councils - and you
The Government promises to dramatically liberalise planning rules.
‘At our age, it’s magic’: Northland nurses reunite after 60 years
Some of them were 17 when they started and hadn't seen each other for 60 years.
Editorial: One specialist goes on leave and the health system cracks appear
OPINION: Our health system, including children's palliative care, has been neglected.