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35 new public houses to be delivered in Whangārei by mid-2024
Nine of the homes will be developed for those with mobility needs.
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Family of Rob Ludlow shares the dad's 'little steps' toward recovery after attack
The family says "a long and uncertain road" lies ahead for Rob Ludlow.
Overnight burglary at Countdown, no arrests yet
Inquiries are ongoing, a police spokesperson said.
'It's something we all fear could happen': Lawyer attacked in court lift speaks out
Family lawyer Brintyn Smith has described the long road to recovery that is ahead of him.
Comfort food on the menu to raise vital funds for cyclone-devastated areas
Northland restaurants are cooking up a storm for cyclone relief on March 20.
Meth capital of New Zealand revealed in wastewater tests
Drop in overall meth use NZ-wide put down to reduced supply.
David Grindle: Govt-inflicted costs squeezing employers
Comment: The employment-related costs of doing business have increased significantly.
‘At their wits’ end’: Art show highlights families’ struggle with meth
Exhibition aims to raise awareness and explore answers to region’s meth epidemic.
Retiring JP calls on young people to become JPs
High number of traffic offences still bugs recently retired JP.
The digital Trojan horse: Should we be concerned about TikTok?
Data privacy and national security are critical issues that we need to take seriously.
Claim of unjustified dismissal against Corrections
The Department of Corrections employee was terminated after refusing Covid-19 vaccination.
'Everyone will be counted': Census forms go to door-to-door
Extension granted for top of Far North due to after-effects of Cyclone Gabrielle.
Whangārei’s new all-weather athletics track gets soggy test, but ready for racing
Whangārei athletics track recently repaired after over a decade of use.
'Poorly planned and executed': Police unjustified in using firearm, taser in busy car park
The arrest attempt was 'poorly planned and executed', the IPCA said.
Brave new world: Couple reveals what it takes to buy a supermarket store
They courted playing netball, now Darren and Karen Huston own a New World.
Taniwha loose forward called up for Moana Pasifika
Waipū premier rugby skipper Jonah Mau'u has been selected for Moana Pasifika.
Northland news in brief: Rock musician's cyclone fundraiser; excavator operator competition
The latest news bites from around the region.
A family's pain: Their father passed then the cyclone came
The cyclone further fuelled a whānau's grief as they mourned the loss of 'chief'.
Northland parents gather to celebrate Multiple Birth Awareness Week 2023
Twins come with challenges such as sleep deprivation and financial struggles.
Kaipara residents forced to travel as town continues to go without a dentist
The only dental clinic in Dargaville closed more than a year ago.
Comment: Close encounters suggest planet not so lonely after all
The world really is a small place, writes Kevin Page.
'The rubber band will only stretch so far': Burnt out teachers set to strike
Pat Newman says teachers and principals need proactive action by the Ministry of Education
Large parts of Far North still without census papers a week after Census 2023 date
People in Doubtless Bay, Kaitāia, Ahipara say they’re still in the dark about Census 2023.
Enchanter sinking: Charges laid over fishing tragedy after five die at sea
Five men died when a fishing charter boat sank one year ago.
Whangārei team clinches Waitangi Mountain Bike Park’s first major event
Competitors pitted against the clock in challenging eight-hour mountain bike relay race.
'We're still in shock': Retired couple's life-changing Lotto win
The woman was on the edge of her seat as each number began to line up on their ticket.
Family escapes as fire destroys home in Ōtāngarei
Cause uncertain, but child playing with cigarette lighter a possibility.
Northland boxer Lani Daniels wins to set up IBF title fight
Heavyweight claims ANBF Australasian title in victory over Sequita Hemingway.
Whangārei teen flying high after winning multiple titles at Model Flying NZ Nationals
His love affair with model planes started when he was young.
Northland councils speak out in New Zealand’s local government review
“We need to give councils the power to make the right decisions for our mokopuna.”