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Remembering a good man who lived life to the fullest - John Williamson
Rest in peace Geoff Thomas, you taught us a thing or two.
‘Made me cry’: $13k donated to help beloved bulldog recover
Generous readers donate $13,000 after missing bulldog Baby is found in Northland.
Death of officer Lyn Fleming raises safety concerns for police
The officer's death has prompted the question, how safe are our cops?
‘Sounded like a tomcat howling’: Man shot overnight in Mangōnui
Police were called to Mary Hassett St at around 3.40am.
News in brief: NCEA results to be released January 15 on NZQA website
NCEA results available on NZQA website from Jan 15; Scholarship results out Feb 11.
‘Quite unbelievable’: Dargaville Little Theatre to take global stage in Monaco
The cast of Out of Mind will travel to Monaco in August to represent Theatre New Zealand.
'Dream into reality': New charter school opens in Northland
Northland's first new charter school opens with 35 enrolments this month in Doubtless Bay.
Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular rocks Far North holiday spot
Far North's unique Tractor Spectacular motors into bay
Community invited to join archaeological dig in Doubtless Bay
Excavation at Butler Point to explore Māori and European historical interactions.
New Zealand-first $200m education-arts hub on the cards for Whangārei
Whangārei plans $200m KEA hub to boost education and arts in city centre.
Domestic tourists dominate Northland’s bustling summer beach scene
Northland beaches packed with tourists, drawing crowds from near and far.
News in brief: Two injured in crash, Whangārei Lotto winner, wind prompts fire warning
The latest news bites from around the region.
‘It’s an honour’: Hair artist on transformative power of dreadlocks
Clients travel from Auckland to Houhora for Haley's expertise in creating and maintaining dreadlocks.
Joe Bennett: Cape Palliser’s wild beauty and the story of Colenso’s Deliverance Cove
Castlepoint's perilous beauty: A tale of explorers and dramatic coastal views.
NZSA Northland Short Story Competition – high school winners
The themes of the stories were diverse.
‘It’s got mana’: Families share enduring bonds with Northland schools
Some families have attended the same school for more than five generations.
Beachgoers watch as fire crews battle hilltop blaze
As of 3.45pm four fire trucks and 3 helicopters were on site.
Why Northland's luxury stays are world-class escapes
A glimpse into some of Northland's most luxurious stays
A fatal tumble, a heroic act, snorkelling in paradise: Three deaths on Northland’s coastline sparks warning
The deaths on unmanned beaches begs the question, do we need more patrols?
Always happy to catch up: Volunteering time and talents key to the good life in Kāeo
Reporter Jenny Ling visits Kāeo for her series on why residents love their small town.
Crews battle vegetation fire in Northland, one firefighter injured
A helicopter attended the fire south of Kawakawa, near the Oyster Factory.
Two party revellers allegedly stabbed at Whangārei New Year’s Eve celebration
One person was transported to hospital in a serious condition.
News in brief: Police identify man found dead on Far North beach
Police identify man found dead on Far North beach; death not suspicious.
Umbrellas and tartan out in force at 152nd Waipu Highland Games
The event went ahead despite bouts of heavy rain — and crowds were pumping.
‘Drink to enjoy, not to medicate’: Far North deputy mayor's festive warning
Far North deputy mayor Kelly Stratford shares her journey from binge drinking to sobriety.
Teaching life skills: How Rob Pink is shaping Rawene's youth
Hokianga horseman Rob Pink talks hōiho, school bus runs, and mentoring local kids.
‘An honour’: Māori educator reflects on receiving ONZM
Northland educator Dr Te Tuhi Robust honoured as ONZM for services to Māori and education.
Kevin Page: A whirlwind year of caravans, aches and pains, and change
Kevin Page reflects on a wild ride of a year.
ITM ram-raid: Thieves steal $30k worth of tools from family who cooked free meals at Christmas
After feeding the community, their other business was ram-raided.
Recession nothing to fear, according to new Northland business owners
You have to be crazy to start a business in a recession, right?
Paying it foward: Ōkaihau residents support each other during tough times
Reporter Jenny Ling visits Ōkaihau for her series on why residents love their small town.
Meet Kaipara's fishing-mad mayor - the “Trump of the North”
'I’m not scared to confront issues we need to discuss.'
'Covered in mud': Mates' epic straight line challenge for charity
Friends scale cliffs, cross manure-filled creeks in five-day charity walk from Dargaville.