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Iwi wants Crown to pay for return of hapū land, site of former Towai school
'Our people also want to know whether we can trust the crown in these matters.'
One dead in Kauri crash, children among seven injured in serious Waipu crash
A person has died in a fatal accident at Kauri, north of Whangārei.
Elderly in Far North will have to give up homes over massive rates rise - Grey Power
Grey Power says 16.5 per cent Far North rates rise will see the elderly sell up.
Farmers face tough times thanks to drought-like conditions, economic downturn
'I'll be surprised if any Northland farmers make a profit this year.'
'The monster who wears a mask': Judo champ jailed for 33 years of child sex abuse
Barry Madden preyed on three children for more than three decades.
Family with traumatised children being forced out of Kāinga Ora house
The mum says the alternative house is not suitable for her children with high anxiety.
Lack of support: Northland principals hit back over bad behaviour in classrooms
It's not about naughtiness, it's about kids who are seriously disturbed, says principal.
End racism is plea from Northland Race Unity Speech Awards students
Whangarei Girls' High School student on her way to the final.
Delays in getting ear wax removed in Kaitāia mean three-hour round trip for the service
Suspended ear wax removal service at Kaitāia GP clinic leaves couple facing long trip.
Drought help extended to Northland farmers as big dry continues
Dry weather triggers Government support for farmers.
Hundertwasser Art Centre visitor numbers down, deficit up
In six months, the centre has racked up a deficit of three-quarters of a million dollars.
Northland GP services at risk as crisis hits sector
Some GP services in Northland at risk of closing as crisis hits.
'Our most successful one so far': Thousands attend Waipu Easter Carnival
'It really takes the whole of Waipu to make this possible.'
Court only option after councils clear Semenoff of subsidence concerns
Developer Stan Semenoff has been cleared of a nearby resident's concerns
‘Does this look like chicken?’ Baby narrowly survives choking incident
Little Lennox Knight was critically ill, and his parents had no idea why.
Briefing to health minister reveals dire state of hospitals and cost blowouts
Dr Shane Reti received the briefing from health officials soon after becoming minister.
Building for the future big part of Kāinga Ora’s Northland plans
Kāinga Ora's homes are designed to last 50 years.
Odd visitor to supermarket carpark keeps shoppers guessing
An odd-looking gull is causing bird-watchers to do a double take.
Driver called to get teens home safely was high on meth
Jacinda Sione-Lauaki was killed when Duanne Towgood lost control on a corner and crashed.
Firefighters battling two large scrub fires in Far North
Seven fire appliances from Kawakawa, Hikurangi and Whangārei brigades rushed to the scene.
Police investigation into homicide continues, men linked to case sentenced
Teina Pickering was found dead on a Ruakākā road in October last year.
Teen breaks his own national record in 100m backstroke
"I didn’t expect to break my own record, but it feels pretty good."
Brynderwyns to be retired, replaced by new highway within 10 years: Brown
Roading work is expected to last up to 10 years, Transport Minister says.
Be good, be kind and don’t stress: Far North woman Dolly Urlich's secret to 100 years
Long-time Far North resident Dolly Urlich celebrates 100th birthday.
Drink-driving learner kills best mate in high-speed crash
A judge says the tragedy was characterised by impulsiveness and recklessness.
Kaitāia Lions' 60 years of helping the community worth celebrating
Six decades of community work marked by Kaitāia Lions
'We’ll get one good shot at a busy four days': Northland businesses brace for busy Easter weekend
From chocolate shops to markets and motels: Northland businesses keen for Easter visitors.
'Why would anyone throw a hot pie at a kid?' Judge questions aunt's disturbing behaviour
The woman threw a hot pie in the face of a child.
Massive Ruakākā solar farm could provide half of Northland's power
The proposal is to establish a solar farm with around 200,000 photovoltaic solar panels.
Drive to attract more women to Northland's golfing scene
Earlier, Felice Croft was not interested in swinging a golf club - now she leads a club.
A significant part of the community: Whangārei Trade Aid to close after 37 years
Trade Aid's northernmost store to close. 'It's an end of an era.'
Far North facing 30pc rates increase over three years with 16.5pc rise first up
16.5 per cent rates first of three for Far North District Council