Community devastated as police open double homicide inquiry
A small Northland community is reeling tonight after two young children were found dead.
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Kids' deaths treated as double homicide
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'Shock to the community': Two children dead at Northland home
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Hayden Paddon takes out eighth International Rally of Whangārei.
Motorcyclist critically hurt in Whangārei crash
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Kaipara towns lead the charge in property resale gain
Despite a slowdown, most Northlanders who sold their homes in 2022 still made a gain.
All Blacks great Bruce Robertson dies after long health battle
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Decision soon on go-ahead for Marsden Pt rail link as Govt weighs business case
The Government will make an announcement in due course on Marsden Pt rail spur.
Kaipara tree planting event to celebrate Mother's Day and help the environment
Northlanders can plant a tree Mother’s Day tomorrow.
Cleaned out: Couple's van stolen as they worked in central city
Commercial cleaning van stolen while cleaners were at work
New Channel Infrastructure CEO excited about opportunities at Marsden Pt site
Renewable energy production on Marsden Pt key going forward
Notable Northlanders remove barriers to sport with second-hand gear drive
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Commerce Commission to look at why fuel in Whangārei costs so much
Reason Whangārei has some of highest fuel prices in NZ to be looked into
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Abbey Caves tragedy: Student making final journey to the Northland marae
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Petrol station death: Name suppression lifts for one of three men in court
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