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'Retired weed buster' disputes fine for poisoning trees near historic Stone Store

The man who DoC fined $800 for poisoning trees in Kerikeri has disputed the fine.

Short story competition winners named

The standard was very high in the open section.

Family of cousins killed in UTV accident overwhelmed by public support

The boys died after a vehicle they were on struck a boulder and fell into a waterhole.

The upcoming Brynderwyns closure will cost about $200 extra for each truck trip

The extra costs for taking the detour will have to be passed on, truck drivers say.

'Deeply impacted whānau': Council to improve road after two young cousins die

After deaths of two cousins in Far North swimming hole, council to make road safer.

6-month-old baby dies in hospital following crash in Waima, Far North

The recent fatality in Northland this year brings the holiday road toll to 19.

Inside the vibrant world of Kerikeri artist Erika Pearce

Street artist Erika Pearce takes inspiration from the colourful world around her.

Overwhelmed animal rescue groups want mandatory desexing

Far North animal rescue groups see a huge problem of neglected, unwanted dogs

Quad bike users urged to be cautious and consider terrain after three deaths

Three deaths have occurred in accidents over the past week.

New Year Honour recognises the '17yo farm boy from Marua' who became a table tennis great

James Morris, 71, has been made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

Granddaughter of late Sir James Hēnare says serving Māori community 'a privilege'

Rowena Tana, 63, has received a QSM for services to the Māori community.

Two missing after quad bike rolls into swimming hole

Four people made it out of swollen stream but search ongoing for missing pair.

One dead, another seriously injured in Far North crash

Tragedy brings the holiday road toll to 11.

Northland New Year's weather: What to expect this weekend

“Keep an eye out for severe weather forecasts if you plan to travel today and on Sunday."

Brynderwyns closure no worries for future-focused seagliders

The sailing, foiling, flying seagliders promise fast and efficient transport.

Delays expected after crash on SH1

The crash was north of Kauri, near Salesyards Rd.

Kaitaia woman's food mission to feed the hungry

'Any warm meal made with kindness is all that matters.'