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OPINION: The sacred can still be found in the world - Vaughan Gunson
Vaughan Gunson finds sacred still exists, in two Whangārei art exhibitions

Opinion: What can't freeze time but we can slow down ageing
Wellness is never about surviving, but about thriving.

Joe Bennett: Joe Bennett: Few better ways to spend a day than reading Evelyn Waugh
Reading Evelyn Waugh is one of life's pleasures.

Amateur swimming pioneer Douglas Bruce Haigh in focus at Whangārei Museum
Illustrated certificate highlight's Haigh's impact and legacy in Whangārei.

Live: Hundreds still without power in Far North, Kaitaia cut off due to flooding
Kaitaia still cut off due to flooding, slips,while hundreds remain without power

News briefs: Upgrade to Kaikohe playground, professional firefighters strike
The latest news bites from around the region.

Muslim group from Hamilton coming to Northland to talk about Islam
Roadshows in Northland this weekend to educate people on the teachings of Islam.

'It's tough': NZ Rugby board member speaks out on Ian Foster decision
Northlander talks about the pressure associated with deciding All Blacks coach's future.

Northland weather blocks roads, causes slips and flooding - and more is on the way
Northland battered by heavy rain and strong winds

John Williamson: The psychology behind buying a car
Williamson explores the psychology behind car choice, colour, and even the salesperson.

'Let's Get to School' campaign to target Northland's absentee students
The "Let's Get to School" campaign aims to get Northland's truants back into class.

'Why are people choosing crime?': Locals feel plagued by thieves
Burglaries and car thefts have risen since last year.

All Northland local body candidates confirmed
Almost 200 candidates are standing for election across Northland's four councils.

Strong winds and heavy rain for Northland today and tomorrow
Heavy rain and strong winds set to lash Northland

Emily Henderson: Tackling the workforce challenges for Whangārei
Whangārei businesses have opened up about the challenges they face with the workforce.

Driving suspensions taking months to enforce
Drivers with maximum demerit points are not receiving suspension notices for months.

News briefs: Lotto 2nd division winner sold, severe weather, and liquor store robbed
News in brief from Northland.

Northland has single uncontested council seat for local body election
The latest on how many candidates are vying for available local government seats.

Whangārei liquor store robbed by youths with axe, hammer
The offenders stole cash and cigarettes from the Whangārei Liquor Centre.

Tooth decay doesn't stop Far North call for fluoridation delay
Far North District Council has asked for an extra one to two years for the health order.

Strong wind and heavy rain watch for Northland
Strong wind and heavy rain on the way for Northland

Distraught daughter speaks out after dad killed by dogs
Neville Thomson described as 'a loving and giving man'.

Mooloos hang on to edge Taniwha in Whangārei
Waikato pip Northland in close encounter at Semenoff Stadium.

The many speed bumps in Northland driver licensing
Inequity in the Northland region is making it hard for drivers to get their licenses.

Northland top performer in winter property market as buyers return
Northland's property market has bucked the winter blues experienced elsewhere.

Comment: Ableist slurs making a slow exit from pop culture
Jonny Wilkinson sheds light on how the language of pop icons affects disabled communities

Our Treasures: Geckos galore - come and see them at Kiwi North
Our gecko species are at risk in the wild.