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Security concerns front of mind for Waitangi Day as Treaty debate heats up
Providing a safe environment for robust debate will be key on February 6.
Warning over swimming, water contact in Whangārei Town Basin
People and pets should stay out of the water due to an algal bloom.
Race against time pays off as Whangārei Christmas Parade saved and ready to go
Saturday will see the parade in full swing, including fair ground rides, food and crafts
Iwi put foot down over ashes being scattered at Cape Reinga
'It is very much a place for the living.'
Quit-smoking organisation inundated with people addicted to vaping
Vapes should not be promoted by Government, trust says.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Special Olympics Whangārei 'woefully short of volunteers'
The Olympics where the last athlete across the line gets the biggest cheer.
New bans in place for vehicles on some Northland beaches
The change is something many coastal communities have been waiting for, councillors say.
Couple heartbroken after 13 sheep killed in dog attacks
" ... once dogs get a taste of sheep, they will keep coming back."
Cuts to te reo Māori bonuses for public servants takes 'country back 50 years', iwi member says
It's yet unclear which payments will be cut and where.
New competition forces drop in Whangārei petrol prices
Petrol has become 10, 15 cents a litre cheaper, says AA, thanks to a new competitor.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Bald Angels helps families in need experience the festive season
The Bald Angels is helping more than 1000 kids experience Christmas this year.
Whangārei's beloved busker gifted new mobility scooter on birthday
Mr T has been gifted a brand new mobility scooter after an alleged hit-and-run crash.
Northlanders with information on Kerikeri assault asked to come forward
Police seek witnesses to Kerikeri assault.
Whangārei Cat Rescue tackles cat-astrophic problem
The rescue currently has 60 kittens in their care but can take up to 90.
Family of Kaikohe grandmother Linda Woods tearful as man pleads guilty to manslaughter
The public gallery was filled with Woods’ family and friends, many of whom were emotional.
Old council building given new life as 'one-stop shop' to help environment
He Awhi Rito Envirohub is a place for community groups and waste minimisation.
Rugby's loss is the theatre's gain
Whangarei's Jackson Terry will be in the spotlight for High School Musical.
Vegan ate too many berries, rushing home for sex: Wildest excuses for speeding revealed
Excuses, excuses, but a new police campaign is no laughing matter.
The thinning blue line: Where our police are going and the plans to help them stay
“This is a difficult job. There comes a point in time where you want a change."
An unofficial guide to the best beaches in Northland
With surf breaks aplenty and relatively uncrowded expanses of sand, there's a wide choice.
Hospitality worker jailed for trail of thefts stretching length of NZ
David Wotherspoon's dishonesty stretched the length of the country.
Top chefs dish up top tips for creating Christmas feast on a budget
Plus two recipes to brighten up your festive fare this holiday season.
Photos: Runners given a splash of colour as The Ray White Hatea Loop Challenge takes off
The event attracted a great crowd of all ages.
Sweet deal: Six tonnes of 'wonky' kūmara rescued
Wonky Box has expanded its produce distribution operation and now delivers locally.
'It's a set up': Pound worker maintains he didn't poison the milk
A judge has reserved his decision after the case closed this week.
Pharmacist who heckled Ardern struck off after denouncing Govt's Covid response
The pharmacist heckled the former PM at a press conference, leading to it being shut down.
Having to turn away people on Christmas Day is heartbreaking, Salvation Army says
It's heart-breaking says the Salvation Army
Farmers urged to be vigilant as fall armyworm confirmed in Northland
Several cases of fall armyworm have been confirmed on Northland farms lately.
'Fear in our community' Residents anxious as Kāinga Ora plans 50-house village
The changes threaten a major upheaval to residents' way of life.
Rebels kidnapping trial: Guilty verdicts after four-day deliberation
The men were charged with kidnapping and violent offences including firearms.
Red flag from 1990s shows lack of nitrate tests in drinking water
The nitrates are among the highest in the country but involve old data.
Worker accused of poisoning colleague by spiking milk with antifreeze
A bottle of antifreeze was found in the stationery room with the seal broken.
'Incredibly rare': Northland man finds two dead sharks on morning walk
A man came across two dead sharks on Uretiti Beach during a walk this morning.