Anzac Day: Poppy Day Appeal a chance for Northlanders to show respect
People across NZ will wear poppies to commemorate all those who have died in wars.
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One of NZ’s top marine accident experts brought in to aid investigation.
Northland news in brief: 300 lifejackets given out; and person injured in workplace injury
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$60k fines and penalties for fisher's unreported catch
A Northland commercial fisher has been fined for failing to report 2.5 tonnes of snapper.
Injured ferry skipper stable; investigation continuing
Both vessels now on dry land as hunt for evidence continues.
WorkSafe informed after Northland workplace accident
Workplace accident at Pukenui in Northland sees person flown to hospital
Northland needs at least 300 more nurses
Residential aged care nurses in Northland are being poached by public hospitals.
Far North District Council boss going after less than a year in the role
Blair King is to leave the role in May.
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Historic ferry makes last, sad journey across Bay of Islands after collision
Two-day effort needed to recover wrecked Blue Ferry from bottom of the Bay.
New Bay attraction as Paihia woman opens huge Kiwiana collection
The attraction houses thousands of NZ-themed books, artworks, records and collectibles.
‘An iconic character’: Community devastated by skipper’s injuries, loss of historic ferry
Ferry skipper Bill Elliott recovering from spinal surgery; outlook still unknown.
News briefs from Northland - Brynderwyns closes again, toxic bloom in river and nurses rally
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Russell ferry collision: Investigators appeal for witnesses, footage
Police, Maritime NZ and Transport Accident Investigation Commission start inquiries.
Three Waters reform won't deliver for Northland - leaders
Affordable Water Reform - revamped Three Waters - gets the thumbs-down from local leaders.
Northland bowls reps at NZ National Interclub event this weekend
Latest news from the Northland bowls scene with Gwen Lawson.
‘Hell of a bang’: Passenger ferry sinks in Bay of Islands after collision with launch
Skipper ‘not in a good way’, flown to hospital with spinal, head injuries.
Paihia history and legacy brought to life virtually
Ātea Nuku Timewalk Paihia celebrates 200 years.
Kiwi legend David Tua gives tips to Northland boxer Mea Motu ahead of title bout
Kaitāia's Mea Motu gets tips from David Tua ahead of international title fight.
Whole of Northland benefits from tourism industry
Many Northland businesses benefit from tourism dollars, says Northland Inc.
Drop-in clinics for Māori business hit by Cyclone Gabrielle
Te Tai Tokerau Māori Business Network holding drop-in clinics for those hit by Cyclone
Three arrests after ram raid on fire chief’s Paihia gift shop
Youths nabbed in Whangārei; stolen car and watches recovered.
Three youths arrested after ram raid at Paihia gift shop
Sunday night's raid netted 'an armful' of watches but left a trail of destruction.
Tūtūkākā Marina repair job started after devastating tsunami surge
Tūtūkākā Marina getting $2.5m repair job after tsunami surge damage.
Northland news in brief: New water supply; and Northlanders to receive New Year’s Honours
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‘Can’t understand the lack of respect’: Ram-raiders hit gift shop owned by volunteer fire chief
‘Armful’ of watches taken, but jewellery ignored after stolen ute used to smash grille.
Bay of Islands cat rescue fundraiser provides Easter fun
Easter bunny, games and kittens galore at Waimate North children's event.
Northland news in brief: Dangerous driving charge; and shed fire suspicious
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‘Enough talking’: Ngāpuhi leader calls for action to clean up Lake Ōmāpere
Northland’s biggest lake used to be the food basket of Ngāpuhi. Now it’s a "toxic soup".
Strength training exercise vital for strengthening immune system - Carolyn Hansen
Regular strength training exercise provide long-term immune protection - Carolyn Hansen
Well constructed fort earns Whangārei apprentice Elijah McQueen regional title
The 23-year-old building apprentice now has a chance to win big in the national final.