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Lack of safety signs at Northland beach where man died criticised by coroner
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Tracks, campground near Cape Reinga closed amid fears of feral dog attacks
Up to four packs of dogs seen in area near Cape Reinga; walkers, wildlife at risk.
Five more Northland kiwi killed after suspected dog attack
People urged to be vigilant about wandering dogs after latest deaths on Purerua Peninsula.
Council and DoC want to work with Pātaua occupiers
Members of the Pātaua South occupation met with the mayor and DoC.
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Rescue helicopter base to move after noise annoys neighbours
The lifesaving Northland rescue helicopter base will move because of excessive noise.
Northland's Matapouri Rd scene of fatal crash
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Māori-Crown Relations Minister Kelvin Davis visits Pātaua occupation
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Last minute ticket purchase nets $4.25m Powerball win
Northland woman won $4.25m with Lotto and Powerball with a last-minute ticket
Advocate, Herald 'legend' Tony Verdon dies aged 67
'He was a generous, gentle guy and a bloody good joker. Everybody loved Tony.'
Whangārei early childhood centre's pataka kai teaching valuable lessons
Whangārei's Geckos Early Learning Centre builds pataka kai to help feed community
Car gutted by fire in Kerikeri
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Whangārei Mayor opposed to Government putting fluoride in council water supply
Whangārei Mayor Sheryl Mai is against Government moves to fluoridate water supplies.
'Our hearts will never mend': Grieving couple seek police apology over 'lies'
Jennifer Roys believes her interactions with police have made Natasha's life worthless.
Mangawhai locals marvel at magnificent mako cruising the waters
To spot a short-finned mako in shallow water is unusual but not unheard of.
Man on the run after assaulting cop, escaping police station
The police officer attacked was "incredibly fortunate" to escape serious harm.
Northland firefighters responding to blaze in Tutukaka
A helicopter is on the scene of a fire in Tutukaka, Northland.
'We're very proud': Elation in Tuke's home town as Team NZ wins America's Cup
Fan zones across Northland erupt as Kiwi boat crushes Italian rival 7-3.
Northland's tsunami siren system goes off by mistake - Northpower apologises
Northpower has apologised after Northland's tsunami sirens went off by mistake
Teen killed in fatal crash should have worn seat belt - police
"No-one's life would've been lost if they were wearing a seat belt."
Kidnapping, ATM ordeal: Accused pair denied bail
The pair were arrested after a high-profile incident at ASB bank in Paihia last November.
'I hope this cop has learnt something': Complaint upheld
Complainant Fraye Dunbar remains confused about whether a policeman used profanity or not.
Anahera Pickering: How disengaged youth can be future leaders
2018 Census showed 2,400 young Northlanders were not in education, training or employment.
'Grief-stricken' man jailed after partner dies in fall from car roof
Driver should have checked partner had got off the roof before he drove off, judge says.
Whangārei man escapes boat fire off Reotahi, but boat ends up on rocks
A Whangārei man is devastated a boat he spent months refurbishing was destroyed on rocks.
Major 8.1 quake a rare and 'very notable event' - scientist
Scientist says 8.1 'thrust' event can spark tsunami due to rare size and shallow depth.
How two strangers saved a Whangārei father-of-five's life
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Hapu wants council prosecuted after eels minced in pump
Eels chopped in Hikurangi Swamp pumps spark call for council prosecution.
Battle of Kororāreka revisited as anniversary date nears
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Iwi and industry join forces to boost workforce
New training programme kicks off for Northland horticulture industry.
Berry farm jobs a game-changer for Ngāpuhi and Mid North
The 20 staff hired yesterday to kickstart a berry venture could grow to 200 in a year.