Historic child sex abuse crimes put former drug kingpin back in jail
The court was told the girls were about 8 and 11 when the abuse occurred.
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Liquorland Otaika targeted in overnight ram raid
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Woman lured from van by man who claimed she had a flat tyre
Intoxicated man tricks woman out of her van and drives away, refusing to stop for police.
Big increase in calls to police for mental health incidents
Northland police are being called to more mental health incidents than ever.
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The man's unauthorised landing on Whatupuke breached the Reserves Act.
Police justified in using dog to stop man fleeing checkpoint
The man turned out to be wanted for firearms and drug offences.
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The super wealthy are snapping up coastal Northland properties
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Delayed report, Oranga Tamariki's actions enabled more robberies by 14yo - lawyers
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Opportunity knocks for Northland rugby clubs and communities
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Man caught with child sex abuse publications fights to keep his name secret
Man files appeal against refusal to grant him permanent name suppression.
Students stranded as school bus firms cancel run at short notice
A severe lack of local bus drivers has left some families scrambling to get kids home.
MSD arsonist may have burns on face: police
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More youth encouraged to connect with culture through marae-based workshop
Rangatahi Ora is conducting a three-day marae-based workshop from June 17 to 19.
Widow, whānau disagree over Tommy Murray's last wishes after body taken north for burial
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Gaelene Bright's alleged killer appears in Northland court
The man accused of murdering Northland woman Gaelene Bright appears in court
Woman hits 'rock bottom' after man secretly films sex act
Man told victim he was using his phone for its torch during intimate encounter.
Widow vows to take legal action after husband's body taken by whānau
A wife is vowing to fight to get her husband back.
Body found in water after woman reported missing near Haruru Falls
Death of 72-year-old who had gone for a walk earlier that day not suspicious, police say.
Patients might have to pay up or lose family doctor after funding shortfall
Funding increase of 3 per cent doesn't cover the cost of running a practice, GPs say.
Assuming the worst: Residents near controversial state housing estate put homes on market
For sale signs are springing up on Puriri Park Rd as a contentious housing project starts.
Brad Flutey claims no legislation to support mandatory mask wearing in public facilities
Flutey elects judge-alone trial to defend charges laid after a scuffle with police
Farmer furious after wandering dogs attack more than 100 sheep
The death of sheep has cost farmer Rex Roadley up to $25,000.
Queen's Birthday Honours: Nursing career spans more than three decades
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Queen's Birthday Honours: Respected Hokianga scholar champion of Māori culture
Patu Hohepa was made a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit
Histories of NZ can cause friction between cultures if not delivered right
Northland education experts reflect on the teaching of the new NZ history curriculum.
Wedding day chopper crash survivor: 'I knew my back was broken, there was screaming'
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Revealed: The 'alarming' number of Northland businesses in liquidation
Liquidator warns more liquidations of Northland businesses likely.
Island paradise's new owner speaks after $22m price dropped
Hapu with 900 years link to island hoped Crown would landbank it.
Passenger admits aiding driver of fleeing car to shoot at police
Passenger in fleeing car admits steering car while driver fires directly at an officer.
Boat flips in surf off Mangawhai Heads
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'He looked down the sights at me': Cop shot at in pursuit
Passenger accused of deliberately assisting a driver to aim a gun at pursuing police
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