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St John Cadet training sees Northland nine-year-old save grandmother's life

Northland nine-year-old saves Gran's life thanks to her St John Cadet training.

Northland Horror's frighteningly good deed for charity

The donation will go towards helping Kind Hands increase their capacity to help families.

News snippets from Northland

News in brief from Northland.

Shane Reti: Public won't like it if Three Waters legislation is rushed through

MP Shane Reti has concerns over the haste of the Three Waters legislation.

Two men in custody after house catches fire during Northland drug bust

Two men are in custody after a house caught fire during a drug bust in Northland.

Four-day work week attracts Northlander home from Aussie

The four-day work week is gaining momentum across the globe - including Whangārei.

'Mum's going in': Whangārei woman plunges into raging waters to save horses

Mum recounts her and daughter's heroic efforts to save horses from drowning in flood.

Don't be tempted: Budgeting experts dish out helpful advice as cost of living bites

The Northern Advocate talks to experts to find out how to beat the cost-of-living crisis.

Floodwaters submerge sleeping tourists' car

Northland storm sees dramatic rescue as floodwaters swamp cars at reserve

Jury set to retire in Whangārei murder trial where two brothers are accused of killing during a street brawl

Three crucial seconds of CCTV will determine if brothers are guilty of murder.

Heavy rain and strong winds for Northland for second time this week

Northland to get more heavy rain and strong winds

Northland homestays needed for returning international students

Northland is to get international high school students back next year.

Comment: How traffic offending can lead to a life behind bars

Driver licensing programme for offenders helping steer people clear of the prison pathway.

Kaimaumau wetlands may still be burning as summer fire season looms

The blaze affected 2800ha of land in the Far North.

News bites: School kapa haka fest returns, chess champs this weekend

News in brief from Northland

Parua Bay fatal crash: Car submerged upside down in water

Whangārei Heads Rd has reopened after it was closed following a fatal crash earlier today.

Beach wheelchair helps woman swim in the sea for first time in 20 years

Until a trip to Waipū Cove, Latifa Daud had forgotten what it was like to swim in the surf

A breeding ground for crime and unrest: Broadcaster's take on Northland

A well-known broadcaster has said the Far North is 'a breeding ground for crime'.