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Accessible Kaipara District? yeah, nah! - Jonny Wilkinson
OPINION: 'Surely, it’s time to think about ethics and equity in servicing our community.'
‘Those who come out the other side of a cancer battle are not survivors – they’re warriors, as are those who didn’t make it’
Mum invented a novel number plate to help raise money towards fighting cancer
Staffing crisis should be addressed before curriculum shift, principals say
Maths and literacy are receiving a big shake-up, but principals say it's too fast.
'We just want to be safe' - Horse riders call for vulnerable road user recognition
Horse riders mount campaign to change driver attitudes.
Delays expected after vehicle fire blocks Brynderwyn route
Motorists are being advised to delay their travels.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Exclusive 'game changing' Road to Recovery event for Far North's leaders is national first
Far North state of the nation event for district's leaders.
Far North's water storage woes improved with 400th water tank installed
The programme hopes to put in another 200 by the end of the year.
'You're home now': Family, friends farewell 22-year-old killed in Far North
A woman has been charged with the murder of Arthur James Tahere.
News in brief from the Far North - Hollie Smith here, tsunami siren test, and holiday programme
News snippets from the Far North.
Kaipara Council says Māori ward should not return, if consultation breach found
Kaipara District Council defends decision to abolish Māori ward in court
Kerikeri High School placed into 18-minute lockdown
An 18-minute lockdown resulted after two intruders confronted three students.
Far North getting free breast health advice from Breast Cancer Foundation’s Pink Campervan
North folk to get free breast cancer advice from Pink Caravan.
300 runners in Far North Zone Cross Country finals
Far North cross country champs can compete in regional finals
Pickers' paradise: Treasure of classic cars under the hammer from Northland barn find
Barn find uncovers 120 classic cars, planes and machinery.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaipara District Council face Māori ward legal challenge in High Court
Rūnanga applies for judicial review into process council used to abolish Māori ward.
Woolworths should practise what they preach, striking staff say
Woolworths staff are saying their workload is unmanageable and they're not valued.
Two for one: Classic Taniwha kick off double-header in Whangārei
Classic Taniwha, with former Northland rugby greats, will go against Classic All Blacks.
Quilt and Textile Art Extravaganza on this weekend in Whangārei
The biennial extravaganza is on this weekend and includes a poignant guest exhibition.
News briefs from the Far North – Tourism awards, Lotto winner and school film festival
News snippets from the Far North.
Cyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report says
More than 3400 Northland homes were damaged, with insurance claims of $38m.
Kaitāia paedophile teacher James Parker back before the Parole Board
Kaitāia teacher James Parker is seeking parole after sexually abusing 20 boys.
Councillor urges tight-knit Kaitāia community to give support after homicide
A 29-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with murder.
Leave things alone: Northland tourism operators ponder impact of hiked visitors tax
Will a hiked tourist levy impact Northland? Here's what key tourism operators think.
Beam e-scooters still in Whangārei despite Auckland ban
District council's agreement with company different to those in Auckland and Wellington.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.