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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'.

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

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.

Northland parents gather to celebrate Multiple Birth Awareness Week 2023

Twins come with challenges such as sleep deprivation and financial struggles.

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.

‘We’re over the moon’: Fritter fest makes welcome return after three-year absence

Whangārei event combines music, postive vibes and good kai — especially fritters.

Third time lucky: Record crowd as Waterfront Festival returns to Mangōnui

More than 7000 people packed the Doubtless Bay town to celebrate event’s 10th anniversary.

'It’s devastating': Couple scammed into paying bond for property that wasn't for rent

The family lost $3,600 to the fraud, and is living separately while trying to find a home

Wild cats and legal fights: Lion park's tumultuous history

Down memory lane. Key events at the lion park over the last two decades

Additional fuel storage for domestic reserves on track

More than $100m spent on decommissioning of the refinery

Hundreds of horses and humans take part in epic Trek for Life event

A trek organised by a Far North charitable trust is fundraising for first responders.

'This is my family now': Community hub helps addicts reclaim lives

Clients share harrowing tales of how they ended up on drugs — and their hopes for future.

Musical instruments to soothe the soul

The melodeon was played in the trenches of the First World War to boost morale.

Wildlife park operator tells all about its troubles and the future

The operator of big-cat park speaks about liquidation and the way forward.