Kaitāia shearer part of three-man world record attempt
World record attempt for Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey.
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News in brief: Serious crash closes Tarewa Rd; Extravaganza Fair on this weekend
The latest news bites from around the region.
Homeless trespassed from downtown Whangārei streets
A homeless man says he is prevented from accessing the city's only day shelter.
'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller
'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the 'terrible tragedy''
Northland news in brief: Tinopai Wharf closed; out-of-control burn-off sparks fire call
The latest news bites from around the region.
Fall in suicide figures resembles a positive change, says Northland clinical therapist
Northland's falling suspected suicide rates and numbers are a positive for the region.
Kaikohe Foodbank and Fresh Start Family Services & Foodbank Kaitāia get funding boost from Z
Kaitāia and Kaikohe charities get $21,000 from Z Energy campaign
News in brief: Whangārei Heads artist showcases local landscapes; shellfish back on menu in Far North
The latest news bites from around the region.
From boat-mad boy to superyacht captain
Clark arrived in Ōpua as captain of one of the world’s most exclusive superyachts.
Architectural stunner that charges visitors $14,700 a night up for sale
The villa is one of four privately owned residences that caters to the super wealthy.
Hot weather and rain mean humid nights in Northland this week
Rain is forecast to follow high temperatures - including 28.5C in Dargaville.
Up to 80,000 expected at Waitangi this year
Between 60,000 and 80,000 people are expected at Waitangi this year.
Joe Bennett: Fishing for teeth an encouraging start to the new year
I would be invested only in the novelty of fishing for these items, and novelty wears off.
News in brief: Body found on Ninety-Mile Beach confirmed as missing diver
The latest news bites from around the region.
News in brief: Russell walk formalised; Tinopai Fishing Competition this weekend
The latest newsbites from around the region.
Children’s free dental care system 'broken' in Northland
One parent claimed they faced a nine-month wait for a dental appointment for her children.
Victory House: A rehab facility that reforms convicts through faith
'My time spent in the house taught me to be a better human being.'
Comment: Bulldozer wrong machine for Bay of Islands climate change adaptation
OPINION: A bulldozer will be washed away but a united community won't.
Man dies after his car crashes into tree
The 58-year-old was flown to hospital with critical injuries.
Person dies on the way to hospital after crashing into tree in Kaipara
The crash happened in Taipuha on Wednesday afternoon.
News in brief: Climate summary reveals high rainfall in Northland; Kai Ora Fund open
The latest news bites from around the region.
Longtime serving Blue Light officers celebrate 20 plus years of helping youth
A small investment in youth wellbeing goes a long way in making a difference.
Funds needed for overseas treatment for Whangārei yachtie
Marcel Syron still has no use of his legs and limited use of his fingers and hands.
Speed limits have got to make sense to the everyday driver
I wonder about the extent of sense-checking around some speed limit changes.
Northland's top baby names for 2023 revealed
Can you guess which baby names proved the most popular in Northland?
Country’s best young singers to perform in Far North and Whangārei
Fifty-six of the country's best young singers to perform
Volunteers clean up Maunu Cemetery to help raise community spirit
Friends of Maunu Cemetery help tidy the grounds once a week as a way to give back.
SH14 has reopened after serious crash caused main road to close temporarily
Motorists should expect diversions to be in place.
Ōmāpere bach could fulfil dreams of waterfront living
Ōmāpere bach expecting strong interest from Auckland buyers.
Kevin Page: You really can teach an old dog new tricks
OPINION: I absolutely despise gardening. Particularly pulling out weeds.
Council defends taking dog from locked kennel on man's property
Sky was a stray a Kawakawa man wanted to adopt, but council took her from a locked kennel.
Body found on Ninety Mile Beach: Far North diver remembered as man who 'saved the community'
The diver was known to many as a 'tireless' and 'hardworking' community man.
'Hell of a splash': Great white shark spotted near Whangārei Heads
The white pointer, believed to be 3m long, was spotted leaping out of the water.
'Hopefully the message is getting through' Northland buoyed by low drowning statistics
Water safety education appears to be having an impact in the north.