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Good times galore at run/walk festival
The Whangārei weather tuned on an absolute pearler of a day for all those running.

Whangārei police dog handling duo compete for national honours
Mist and Constable Lewis are representing Northland at the national police dog champs.

Whangārei run/walk series attracts hundreds
Whangārei run/walk series attracts hundreds.

Six months home detention for teenager in ram raid
"I'm picking this wasn't a highly thought out plan," said Judge Greg Davis.

Photos: Tamariki talent showcased in Kaikohekohe festival
Children from 11 Mid North schools took part in the festival, now in its 22nd year.

Photos: Northland Performing Arts Competitions
The final Northland Performing Arts Competitions were held in Whangarei at the weekend.

Kauri earn first win in absolute classic
Northland rugby fans who turned up to the earlier game watched a fantastic game.

Ngunguru, Kamo, Dargaville bowls and golf results
Northland's bowlers and golfers were in full force last week.

Captain hoping to find pride in the jersey
Northland's luck didn't change even when BOP were reduced to 14 men after 54 minutes.

Vaping on the rise in Northland schools, survey finds
The Cancer Society has released a survey that indicates more kids are smoking at school.

Northland squash juniors on show
Northland's rich history in squash could be added to by some of these young players.

Humpback whale display on Whangārei Harbour
Humpback whale puts on a spectacular show breaching some 30 times close to boaties.

Para athletes creating their own legacy
Foy and Leslie must be at the top of the list for Northland's future sporting legends.

Video: Kamo High School's past and present do battle
Some familiar faces were seen across Kamo High School sporting venues yesterday.

Design takes out three awards at Dargaville Wearable Arts
Dargaville Wearable Art show presented at the town hall over the weekend, September 13-14

Sevens stars on show
The boys from Kerikeri High School knew how to play on home turf on Thursday.

Katrina Hall boosts female firefighters at Whangārei to three
Latest recruit has swapped Navy uniform for firefighting kit.

Northland's newest wheelchair basketball stars
Hopefully the pair can come back and share their experiences with Northland's young talent

New Far North group aims for a council 'sea change'
New Far North group wants to change the way councils operate.

Bring out your inner ranger this Conservation Week
End Conservation Week with a bang with these events.

Northland's young runners on show
The clear, sunny day made for excellent running conditions at Barge Park.

Police say no malicious intent despite allegations made in Facebook post
Police urge people to contact them directly rather then post on social media.

Superstar Shaggy to headline Bay of Islands Festival
Superstar Shaggy to headline Bay of Islands Festival

Loop Challenge a colourful hit with the workplace
Sport Northland's chief executive paints a fun picture of the upcoming Loop Challenge.

Earl finishes season on top
The young runner has won four big races in just six months.

Photos: Student businesses shine at Springbank
More than 70 student businesses took part in Sunday's market day.

Northland news in brief: Superstars at music fest
News briefs from around Northland.