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Anahera Pickering: Think before you comment on social media - words matter
"We have responsibilities to each other if we want a community where we are all thriving."
Shifting sands: Anger over council's Matapōuri beach work
Bach owners caught on shifting sands in effort to save one of our most pristine beaches.
Mayor Mai: 'Disappointing' time taken on SH1 roundabout
Roundabout project meant to finish late 2020 now stretching to late 2022.
Honey goldrush losing its shine, says apiarist
Honey prices have dropped to levels that may be unviable for some beekeepers.
Three waters: Leaders fear Northland voice will be lost
"Our position stands, we have opted out".
Nanaia Mahuta outlines Three Waters fix for 'system in crisis'
Minister says change is needed to avoid a 'legacy of costs' for future generations.
A Whangārei school takes on a journey to discover its roots
Kokopu school staff came across historical learnings on it journey to discover its roots.
Three waters: Government's Northland restructuring plans in disarray
Whangārei District Council is the first to reject the Government's plan.
Three waters plan: Mayor says WDC needs to make sure ratepayers aren't disadvantaged
At a meeting this morning council provisionally rejected the three waters plan.
Daylight robbery: Mum-of-four held at knife point
Armed robberies in Whangārei spark community concern.
Western Sharks the real deal with final round to play
Mid Northern overpower OBM at home to climb to second position.
Northland Roller Derby team skate into tough Saturday match
This year is the first time Northland will compete in the New Zealand Derby Top 10 Champs.
Makeup of Whangārei District's 14-member council will change next year
The two-into-one urban ward means a cut in the number of general ward councillors.
Shane Reti: Our bulging hospitals and primary care
A&E is the gateway to hospitals but there are long waiting times all over the country.
Young driver, 150km/h speeds, and a faulty car a fatal combo that killed Northland teen
Kiwis are driving too fast on roads not designed for high speeds, a coroner says.
How repair cafes are helping communities save money and the planet
Reporter Jenny Ling talks to the Paihia Repair Cafe crew to learn what it's all about.
Slain Northland woman's family: 'There will never be closure'
The murdered woman's final words to her mum were 'Don't forget my headstone.'
Northland news in brief: Crash victims named, grandmother honoured with award
News snippets from around the region.
Ambulance and fire respond to man collapsed in central Whangārei
Emergency services were called to a medical event in downtown Whangārei earlier today.
Shirley's two-year battle with council over broken footpath
Kamo Rd resident Shirley Casey faces difficulties using a walker on a cracked footpath.
Cupola day! What we all got wrong about Whangārei's new landmark
Spectators expected to flock as Hundertwasser building crowned.
Jury to decide if Pou murdered Whangārei's Bridget Simmonds
Jurors retired at 5pm last night and were set to return to Whangārei High Court at 10am.
Lost pride: Why a male-only Lions club shut after 50 years
Kerikeri Lions has closed and Waipapa is heading the same way if it can't boost numbers.
Tauraroa Area School students excited for Wellington to take part in NZYSW Winter Concert
Three Tauraroa Area School students are part of New Zealand Youth Symphonic Winds.
Kaipara District Council decision to not release trout this year disappoints trout fishing enthusiasts
Trout will not be released into Lake Kaiiwi for the third consecutive year.
You're kitten me! Kamo cop rescues hungry cat with head stuck in tin can
'While it looked quite comical, I realised it was fairly serious.'
Whangārei council integrity at risk councillor warns
Former solicitor general says committee chair should have info but council disagrees.
'Uncomfortable': Top cop has fishing boat called 'Dawn Raid'
For Superintendent Tony Hill, naming his boat 'Dawn Raid' took on a new significance.
Prison officer who worked at Ngawha in court on charges
Northland prison officer facing firearms charges to re-appear in court next month.
Puppy owner says a rise in dog registration fee unfair
Whangārei grandma to present online petition against a rise in dog rego fee next week.
Closing submissions in the Bridget Simmonds murder trial
Jury in Northland murder trial to retire around noon today.
Northland woman flown to Auckland hospital after car crash on SH12 dies before arrival
Woman dies before arriving at Auckland hospital after SH12 car crash.