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Animal rescuers say 'ugly' culture of chaining dogs a 'tragedy waiting to happen'
Animal rescuers says dogs are treated as possessions rather than family in Northland.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'Woke block': Councillors respond to alleged comments by outgoing Deputy Mayor
Halses' comments were published in Letterbox newsletter on August 10.
Cop in court facing charge over teen's death
Officer A is accused of dangerous driving, causing the death of Angel Riley of Whangārei.
'Hell, she’s after them!' Kiwi filmed snacking on worms after being hit by car
The female North Island brown kiwi was hit by a car about 11pm on Friday night.
Internal NZ Police email sparks racism accusation, Northland exodus blamed on culture
An anonymous officer has revealed an email accidentally sent to all Northland staff.
'Absolute piece of brilliance': Celebrity chef Al Brown raves about Whangārei bakery
Brown has started a video series trying a Hikurangi bakery's goods.
Plan Beef: Meet the farmers challenging food system norms
Carl Eb and Deborah Pead want the cows at Danbri Farm to die where they lived – and their customers to taste the difference. Video / Michael Craig
'Last resort': More schools struggle as teacher illness forces students home
Whangārei Boys' High had 20 teaching staff unwell, forcing Year 12s to be rostered home.
'Shocked and saddened': School staffer robbed by armed teens in broad daylight
Police said the public should remain vigilant and report suspicious behaviour in the area.
Body of missing kayaker found in Northland search
The man's overturned kayak was discovered near Marsden Point Rd.
Residents demand compensation for tyre damage on 'razor-sharp' rural roads
Tyre shops confirm there has been a surge in repairs linked to recent road re-metalling.
'It's unjust': Woman moved off Māori roll without her consent
Chala Chase now can't vote in Māori wards after being moved off the Māori roll.
Volunteer firefighter's leukaemia battle sparks community support
Evan Vince, 74, has volunteered his spare time to the fire service for the past 10 years.
$28m funding for Northland kura, opposed Kaiwaka school to open by 2028
Te Kura o Ngāringaomatariki will move 11km to a new campus in Kaiwaka.
'There is a danger': Strong currents, surges expected along NZ coast
Coastal areas under threat include harbours, estuaries and small boats.
Sky's the limit: Northland artists' creations illuminate NZ's tallest tower
Rangatahi from Te Kowhai Print Trust will see their art projected onto the Sky Tower.
Accessible respite service offers unique relief for Northland families
Northlanders with disabilities no longer have to use hospitals or rest homes for respite.
'It was a huge eye-opener': How boating tragedy drives water safety advocate
Esther Hone lost a friend in a South Island boating accident as a teenager.
Machete-wielding youth allegedly threatens staff at convenience store
The youths allegedly carried out the theft using two stolen vehicles.
'Absolute stupidity': Power boss slams dangerous substation break-ins
One break-in resulted in a forced power outage to 4500 customers in the Far North.
On The Up: Charity's ambition to launch Northland's first fully accessible fishing boat
The boat will be refitted for people with disabilities and health challenges.
Kūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader says
Plans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.
Family's heartbreak as pet sheep killed by dogs; council called out for delayed action
The family was upset Animal Control didn't visit on the day.
'No tolerance': Man charged after police dog reportedly injured during traffic stop
A police dog sustained a scratch to the eye during an alleged assault on Sunday.
'Everyone's anxious about it': Slip adds uncertainty to Brynderwyns project
Another Brynderwyns slip has spiked concern about the prolonged impact on businesses.
Two charged with neglect 10 years after death of child, 4, in Kaikohe
Police have continued their investigation since Alestra Kepa-Hati's death in 2015.
'Frankly dangerous': Gang member's alleged reckless driving near police lands him in court
Cops say a patched Barbarian Stormtrooper member narrowly avoided hitting a police car.
'Surreal intelligence': Orcas seen sharing prey with humans
The study highlights orcas’ potential to form bonds with other species.
Kaipara Deputy Mayor loses another battle with Fire and Emergency in six-year employment dispute
But the battle may not be over as Jonathan Larsen eyes up another appeal.
Kāinga Ora scraps 450 new Northland houses, deepening shortage
Kāinga Ora halts 40 housing projects in Northland amid $12.3b debt