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Name suppression lapses for man who attacked lawyer
The 36-year-old travel agent admitted to the violent assault.
The diet of New Zealand criminals: Sex, violence and dishonesty
Sexual allegations are reportedly making their way into court proceedings more often.
Piles of rubbish removed in Whangārei on Global Recycling Day
More than half a ton of rubbish removed on Global Recycling Day.
Northland electric boat company set to expand
Whangārei electric boat company Naut gets $1.5m funding to expand further.
International artists team up with Kiwi artists for biggest art auction
Each CollaboratioNZ event ends with a no reserve auction of all the artwork.
Kamo locals question location of proposed fuel station
The self-service station will include three pumps and six refuelling stations
Kaitāia jewellery store robbed by youth with hammer - locals give chase
Young alleged smash and grab robber in Kaitāia chased by local elderly men.
Grant McCallum selected as National’s candidate in Northland
Maungaturoto farmer Grant McCallum has been selected as National’s candidate for Northland
‘Just come!’: Northland tourism operators roll out welcome mat for NZers
Visions of closed roads, storm damage still linger five weeks after cyclone.
Joe Bennett: How Hugh Grant ripped the veil from the Hollywood altar
He knew the game he was required to play.
Northland man’s Myanmar dental mission
Northlander Mark Nicholls organses dental missoin to Myanmar to treat 420 improverishd ki
Baby great white shark enjoying the Far North coast
The little shark hasn't moved from the area in weeks.
Carolyn Hansen: What to to do about belly fat
It is not inevitable, but a result of our lifestyles.
Our Treasures: Kiwi North stint builds community links
'I’ll be forever grateful that I’ve been given this opportunity.'
Six paddlers rescued after waka flips at Tūtūkākā
All paddlers were wearing lifejackets but current was driving them towards rocks.
Stepping down: Whangārei MP Emily Henderson will retire from politics at the election
“It’s been a huge privilege and joy to represent Whangārei"
Brynderwyns to fully open in time for busy Easter Weekend
Long weekend means there will be more vehicles travelling to and from the region.
Whangārei Harbour - and others on Northland’s east coast - at risk from new, invasive pest seaweeds
Highly invasive seaweed major threat to Northland's east coast harbours.
Pretty wild: Rock’n’roll couple excited to play Northland gigs
Pat and Lety Beers of the Schizophonics are bringing a bit of lunacy to Northland.
'Daredevil child's' horrific duneboarding accident and 10-year road to recovery
She had a simple motto to help with her recovery: ‘If you can’t stand up, stand out.’
Artists from across the globe descend on Whangārei Heads for CollaboratioNZ
The works they are creating go up for auction on Saturday.
'Wellington only listens to people when they stand up': March aims to raise teachers' voices
Thousands of teachers across Te Tai Tokerau marched for better pay, resources and support.
Battery farm able to supply power to 60,000 homes being built in Northland
Work starts on $186 million battery farm at Ruakākā.
One injured in youth fight in Whangārei
Police were called to the fight on Cross St on Tuesday.
Gwen Lawson on Northland’s bowls scene
The latest news from Northland's bowls scene with Gwen Lawson.
'Wrong man, wrong car': Man in custody for two years cleared of rape after 'flawed' investigation
The man said he had been trying to help his friend and was then accused of rape.
Last BDO Tour of Northland for Buchanan after 20 years
Increased traffic management costs contribute to the end of Northland cycle race.
Teachers' strike: Hundreds of Northland teachers strike over pay and conditions
Northland teachers among 50,000 nationally on strike today
Operation Cobalt: Northland police searches lag behind other districts
The operation, designed to target gang activity, has still resulted in over 1000 charges.
Yachties keen to see work start before buying up new berths in Whangārei
Whangārei Marina is exhibiting at Auckland Boat Show over the weekend.
Momentous appointment of head students boosts rural school's positive change
The new leaders want to help create positive change within the kura.
35 new public houses to be delivered in Whangārei by mid-2024
Nine of the homes will be developed for those with mobility needs.
Fish of the Year: Ocean giant takes over from petite seaweed-living rarity
The manta ray is making its move to overtake smaller competitors in Fish of the Year.