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Teen pedestrian hit by car; and some aspects of SPCA open during lockdown.
Resurgence of traditional Māori healing sees Rongoā Clinic open
NDHB worked with community to co-design delivery as an integral health service.
Ngāti Hine Health Trust vaccinating more than 400 a day
Northland DHB does more than 600 Covid tests in a day.
Northland schools have Covid-19 level 4 procedures in place and were prepared for a lockdown
Northland school heads ask students and parents to not panic, and to enjoy family time.
Lockdown leaves kuia stranded in Far North
Kuia Rose Greaves managed to get a lift home to Auckland after being stuck in Northland.
Police turning back holidaymakers
Compliance with level 4 rules 'good' as police keep up their visibility around Northland.
Major sports events in Northland a casualty of lockdown
Rugby and Football among major codes to cancel events in Northland this weekend.
Covid 19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: Northlanders resisting the pull of the region's coastlines
Last year's level 4 lockdown saw a number of Auckland boaties hit Northland's coastline.
Covid 19 vaccinations in Northland today only for those who have already booked
Northlanders wanting Covid 19 jabs today will be turned away unless they have booked.
'Selfish, appalling': Aucklanders slammed for lockdown exodus
Up to 500 cars an hour seen heading north after lockdown announced.
GPs still open, dentists run emergency service only
Covid vaccinations will restart from 8am Thursday.
How locals can support small businesses in lockdown
Northlanders are urged to think outside the box to support local businesses in lockdown.
Wanda Peri wins $20,000 for Northland's Otaua Sports Club as ANZ Local Legend
Northlander and netball stalwart earns ANZ Local Legend award.
Covid 19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: Northland police say locals sticking to the rules
Last year's level 4 lockdown saw Northland police deal with 234 serious Covid breaches.
Northland closes as Level 4 lockdown kicks in
Some crucial information for Northlanders during Level 4 lockdown
DHB seeks international nurses to boost numbers at home
Nurses withdraw strike action plans after Covid-19 case in Auckland.
Neighbours dash to wake sleeping occupants as house fire breaks out
Four people were asleep inside a Kensington house when a fire broke out in the home.
Fresh accolade for Northland film-maker Florian Habicht
Northland film-maker Florian Habicht is an Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi Laureate.
Afghan sisters plea for Taliban to be given a chance to work at rebuilding
Whangārei-based Afghani sisters critical of US interference in Afghanistan.
Teen rows 1000km in memory of mum
Ben Mason's journey to Bay of Islands and back has raised $20,000-plus for breast cancer.
Whangārei community extends support to UK family struggling with shipment delays
A migrant family is still waiting for their container to arrive after five months.
Contagious virus RSV falling in Northland after earlier filling hospitals
Number of babies struck by RSV in Northland is down to five cases a day
New Auckland pet refuge takes in animals from throughout NZ
Beloved pets a deterrent for leaving abuse
'Extremely proud' FNDC boss Shaun Clarke to leave in March
Councillors didn't use option to extend contract for two more years before advertising job
Photos: Student businesses shine at YES Trade Fair
Surf school, letterbox light and mosquito repellent the big winners at Kerikeri event.
Badly behaved kids spooking others off CityLink bus service
Plans for student-only buses intended to entice adult passengers back onto city buses.
Whangārei surfer traumatised after seeing dog attack a baby seal
DoC advise Northlanders to keep away from seals and to report any injuries.
Former players and stalwarts come together
Maiden Northland rugby league representatives reunion a success.
Red card proved costly for the Taniwha as Taranaki ran riot
Plenty to iron out for the Taniwha before the next home game against Otago.
'Ordinary' night at Kamo liquor store shattered by man armed with loaded crossbow
Kamo was the scene of two separate incidents involving a crossbow and gun on Saturday.
Basketball great Tom Abercrombie inspires future stars
Basketball fans as young as 5, showed up to meet Tall Black legend Tom Abercrombie.