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Koru stolen from community leader's grave back with whānau
The koru was taken from a grave sometime last week, leaving the family devastated.
'Too late': Principals critique vaping ban amid school challenges
Vape suppliers breaching the ban face a fine of up to $400,000.
'Good Samaritan': Off-duty officer sucker-punched while trying to stop shoplifters
Judge: 'It's behaviour that is wrong and at your age, you should know better'.
'Really sad' - Fully ablaze kitchen damages Tikipunga home
One person was taken to Whangārei Hospital to be checked over.
'Major milestone': Coastguard trials new unit in Mangawhai to boost water safety
The trial runs until April and aims to improve search and rescue coverage.
‘Economic disaster’: $100m threat if Mangawhai sandspit breaches
Mangawhai sandspit has lost more than 420,000 tonnes of non-replenishing sand.
Vince Cocurullo: Volunteers are the heartbeat of our community
National Volunteer Week runs from June 15 to 21, celebrating community service.
Mud and cheers: Whangārei hailed for hosting cross country event
World record holder Sam Ruthe finished second in the Senior Boys 6000m race.
'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward meals
Each week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.
Opinion: Our minds work in mysterious ways
Opinion: Answers are needed when the head is full of questions.
'Foundation for stability': Habitat's Whangārei housing project wins big
The 22-home Warren Place development was named the best affordable housing project.
Opinion: Embracing the hot-cold dance of Northland winters
I know that disabled people are agile when it comes to adjusting to the environment.
Northland chaplain leads way to help homeless move from tent to cabin
John has been living in a tent for nearly three months with his two dogs.
News in brief: Community clean-up at Tui fire site invites volunteers
The latest news bites from around the region.
Middle-aged thieves stealing kilos of lollies from family-run store
Store manager Jayden Aben says regular customers are targeting the family-run business.
World's fastest teen descends on Whangārei for cross country champs
Sam Ruthe is among the 700 young athletes competing at Whangārei's Barge Park.
Second Northland Two by Twos member charged with sex offences to stand trial
The 80-year-old faces a number of charges.
John Williamson: Driver demerit point system needs to be timely to work
OPINION: The system aims to reduce repeat offences by targeting high-risk drivers.
'So thankful': Mum overwhelmed by community support in cancer fight
Misty Paniora, 26, was given just a few months to live after cancer spread to her brain.
Not-guilty plea: Murder accused remanded over Catalya's death
The accused, Drummond Leaf, pleaded not-guilty to murder and assault.
Man accused of murdering Daniel Hepehi appears in court
Daniel Hepehi was found with critical injuries at a Waikerikeri Rd property in Hōreke.
'A long hard-fought dream': Fire destroys vessel but vision remains
Early on Saturday over 50 people gathered for a blessing ceremony at the site of the fire.
Kaipara’s ‘Trump of the North’ Jepson exits mayoral race, endorses deputy
Craig Jepson won't seek a second term as Kaipara Mayor in October.
'Winterless North' revisited: Snow-like sightings stir memories of snowfall
A couple saw white patches on the road near Dargaville over the weekend.
'It's a total loss': Fire reignites, destroying home and car
The owner stayed in his home days after a fire, but it reignited early on Monday.
73-year-old man charged with Northland murder
Police said the 73-year-old would appear at Kaikohe District Court via video link today.
'A lot of rain' - Severe thunderstorm watch in place for Northland
MetService said peak rates of between 25-40mm per hour were possible.