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Stunning art on show at Whangārei's Sculpture Northland this weekend
Sculpture Northland brings 45 artists and 125 works to Whangārei Quarry Gardens.

Do your bit for Northland Rescue Chopper Appeal
After almost 1000 missions in Northland last year rescue helicopter appeal starts.

Record rainfall for parts of Northland in sodden April
Wet wet wet! April was one of Northland's wettest on record.

'Bittersweet': Pike River widow on permanent memorial plans
DoC is working with families of the victims on the memorial.

The best hidden road trip spots around New Zealand
Peter Janssen has traveled the length of New Zealand 15 times.

Police Minister wants crackdown on Northland gangs, dirt bike riders
Mark Mitchell heard about key crime problems in Northland, and offered some solutions.

Society Insider: Former Black Cap's return to India; new power couple; True Bliss star on homophobic abuse
Plus, Nick Mowbray and Liam Lawson team up in California.

Why Te Arai dune house is a standout
A ferry terminal, hotels, waterfront apartments, eye-catching new homes: who won awards?

Could Northland help power Auckland? $2m study to find out
If feasible, the project could unlock $1b in private investment in renewable energy.

Weather: New heavy rain watch for Auckland, more flooding in Northland
Auckland and Northland are under heavy rain watches ahead of school starting tomorrow.

'You've got rat bite fever': Northland woman's warning to trappers
She touched a live rat briefly, leading to severe infection and sepsis.

17-hr thunderstorm threat: North braces for 'dynamic' weather, new flood risk
Northland is also looking at a 19-hour rain alert that won't lapse until 3pm Sunday.

Cycling champion honoured for trailblazing work in Northland
Steve Gwilliam recognised for having a 'remarkable impact' on Northland's cycle trails.

Missing in Northland: 10 people still out there somewhere
Only two of the 10 missing Northlanders are on the police's public list.

Northland Expressway plan proceeds as landowners face property loss
The Northland Expressway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei.

Editorial: Now build it and watch Northland grow
OPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.

Your guide to Northland's Anzac Day commemorations
A host of commemorative services are planned for Northlanders to pay their respects.

'Owners want to do the right thing': Northland trust fights dog overpopulation
The trust has helped desex almost 400 dogs since 2023 but demand is surging.

Letters: Legal aid plays vital role in ensuring justice
OPINION: I'm proud we have a system enabling those who have no money to test legal issues.

'Long-suffering' patients: Whangārei doctor on healthcare system strain
Doctor shortages and delays were major issues discussed in Whangārei.

One dead in Northland crash; part of SH12 closed
The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene.