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Simple summer meals: Chef and MasterChef winner Aaron Brunet's easy tortilla soup

Brunet's advice is find the joy in simplicity when it comes to cooking.

Firefighting Santa suits up to surprise Onerahi kids with Christmas cheer

For two decades, Onerahi deputy fire chief Brian Redwood has help spread Christmas joy.

Northland news in brief: How to locate holiday traffic hotspots

Catch up on what's happening around the North.

Kevin Page: There are two types of six packs in the world

Comment: Don’t ask me why I asked for this particular Christmas gift

18yo woman killed in Christmas Eve car crash had the ‘biggest heart’, sister says

Jacinda Sione-Lauaki, known as Cinda, was on a way to paving a better life for herself.

'Instinct' helps i-Site Paihia staff save British tourist's life

Two visitor info consultants didn't hesitate to put their first aid skills into action.

Holiday road toll stands at two after fatal Whangārei crash

Three other people in the car were also injured.

Topless sunbathing, a road trip with a budgie: Seniors share memories of Christmas past

From a post-war Christmas to a road trip with a budgie; here are some favourite memories.

Collaborative Tai Tokerau efforts acknowledged at 2022 NZ Recreation Awards

The strategy looks to create a bicultural future for play, active recreation and sport.

Our Treasures: Toys of yesteryear that won children's hearts

A toy hunt at Whangārei Museum reveals many treasures.

Chopper dispatched to help fight Far North fire

Far North firefighters are battling a blaze in Waipapa.

Christmas lunch at Open Arms: 'It’s about connection'

155 Whare Āwhina's CEO Liz Cassidy-Nelson wants to offer connection this Christmas

Crown makes urgent move to halt 501 decision, Govt says it will change law

Government says it will urgently pass retrospective legislation when Parliament returns.

Airports’ busiest day today: What you need to know

More than 55,000 people are flying with Air NZ today - and long queues are possible.

How to avoid festive season stress

Many people feel pressure around gift-giving and hosting, a psychologist says.

Unique rolling ball clock sculpture at Whangārei Town Basin handed over to council

Unique rolling ball clock taken over by Whangārei Districxt Council