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News in brief: A closer look at Northland news

The latest news bites from around the region.

Bay of Islands cruise season to pump $25m into economy to delight of businesses

130,000 cruise ship passengers welcomed to Bay of Islands this season.

Relocation company apologises after house slides off trailer and blocks Northland Rd

Kaiwaka road closed for eight hours after house slips from trailer.

Kaipara District Council votes today on future of its Māori ward

Ngātiwai to rally before the meeting 'to show solidarity with local hapū and iwi'.

News in brief: A closer look at Northland news

The latest news bites from around the region.

'The foundation people need': Māori mum in search of the perfect school fit

She's only 3, but Arita-Jay's mum is already looking for the perfect school.

Nature-loving family design home nestled among native forest

Architectural designer Brett Hulley designed his home with their lifestyle in mind.

News briefs from the Far North - Fuel study in pipeline, ute seized after death

News snippets from the Far North.

Jonny Wilkinson: We all have a part to play in not reinforcing negative perceptions

OPINION: You could hear a lot of the other politicians laughing at the comment.

Our Treasures: Whangārei Stationary Engine Club a fascinating place

OPINION: The club's main aim was to find and restore engines that have been used locally.

‘I apologise to patients every day’: Northlanders suffer as health crisis takes hold

Patients are being misdiagnosed, face hours of travel for treatment or can't see a GP.

'Little old Whangārei' dancers to battle it out at World Hip-hop Champs

It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many of the 27 talented dancers.

Deputy PM inducted into Whangārei Boys' Fideliter Fellowship

Winston Peters receives hall of fame honour during formal assembly.

'Transpower owes the people of Northland': Leaders disappointed with company's 'weak' response

Transpower's response lacks explanation on fair compensation for Northland businesses.

Prime Bay of Islands waterfront holiday park on the market

The price has dropped by $500,000.

Whangārei school ex-chair remembered as 'the kindest man on earth'

"...We as a community wish to send our deepest love and support to his whanau..."