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Return of Northland Field Days sees town and country unite
After a two-year break due to Covid, the event is again showcasing farming innovations.
More than 100 local roads still damaged: How do councils choose which to fix first?
While repairs to our roads are now under way, which ones will happen first?
Luxon promises Northland councils will control Three Waters infrastructure
Luxon's comments came after National launched its Three Waters policy on Saturday.
Northland’s rail link to be closed for up to three months
Some of the slips on the line between Northland and Auckland are still being assessed.
Rāhui scaled back but whānau's vow to bring kayaker's body home holds firm
A relentless two week search is yet to bring Jean Latimer, fondly known as Johnny, home.
Tenant ‘abuses, obstructs’ firefighters trying to save his home
Fire chief's message: Let firefighters get on with their job.
Avocado orchard to pay $62k after failing to protect worker when wire snapped
The worker was awarded $62,185 after fencing wire hit him in the face
Accused referred to Youth Aid over assault that caused life-threatening injuries
The victim is still in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
'Still a lot of crime going on': Residents concerned after failed police station opening trial
Residents in Kaikohe and Paihia have been asking for a greater police presence.
'New risk': Transpower warns of power cuts after slip threatens towers
A slip has threatened the country's power supply to the north.
Northland news in brief: Whangārei's biggest art festival returns; Ōpua School put in lockdown
The latest news bites from around the region.
Church appeals for return of stolen cannon
The centuries-old cannon, or carronade, was displayed in a returned services cemetery.
Opinion: How brain development influences driving
On the road with John: The way our brains develop can have an impact on our driving.
Bay News: Friends rally to help woman's cancer battle; cycle tour's last ride north
A weekly round-up of news and quirky stories from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
'They don't feel safe anymore': Remote community's pursuit for permanent police
Recent crimes in South Hokianga have led locals to start a petition for more police.
'Logistical nightmare': 60 schools damaged by Cyclone Gabrielle
Damage includes flooded classrooms, roofs ripped off and major cracks in the pavement.
Field Days is back: Northland's largest agriculture event returns after three-year Covid layoff
Roarsome: Quirky competitions and excellent exhibitions
Hot air balloon a thriller for young Northland schoolkids
Morningside School students, teachers and parents get up on a hot air balloon.
Man airlifted to hospital after alleged shooting in remote community
A man was found with gunshot wounds on a rural road on the outskirts of Whangārei.
'Demeaning' revenge attack: Pair shave woman's head, escape conviction
'Disgraceful and demeaning' - the victim was attacked while holding her 3-year-old son.
Northland news in brief: Brynderwyns partially re-open; police call on public for help
The latest news bites from around the region.
Why heavy vehicles are allowed on vital SH1 route
Trucks under 50 tonnes can travel on the Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd.
Wet tar seal turns quick trip for a pie into $5000 bill no one is fronting for
Dan Tothill, reliant on his car due to a knee injury, has had to go without since January.
Generators on way to Far North as Red Cross heeds Mayor’s appeal for help
TV host asked Moko Tepania about the one thing that would most help hard-hit communities.
Financial hardship a big issue faced by elderly, says Minister for Seniors
Age Concern said the rising cost of living is a major issue for local elderly people.
Marae keeps remote Northland community safe during Cyclone Gabrielle response
Far North marae keeps community connected, fed and entertained during Cyclone Gabrielle.
SH1 through Brynderwyns to partially re-open
The road will be open to northbound traffic only.
'It’s just been devastating': What this extreme summer did to our beaches
Many of NZ's famous northern beaches left markedly eroded by a slew of summer storms.
Second Northland police officer quits while under investigation
The police officer resigned after a complaint about behaviour towards a potential recruit.