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Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray's contentious helipad approved for $24m home
The application has been granted subject to a raft of conditions.

'Incredible': Northland retirees become world champs in new sport
The Warrens became the first over-70s Hyrox world champions at the competition in Chicago.

'It's security': Push for KiwiSaver access to aid young farmers
Federated Farmers launched a petition to change KiwiSaver rules urgently.

Active front brings strong winds, downpours to Northland
MetService has placed a severe thunderstorm watch on Northland until 11am.

How Paralympic aspirations helped Eligh Fountain overcome mental battles - On The Up
Eligh Fountain is aiming to compete as an air rifle shooter at the LA Paralympics.

Rising concerns: Northland's alleged homicide rate surpasses 2024 total
As of May 1, Northland had the highest number of alleged homicides out of each district.

'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealed
Former principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.

Principals seek support after 80% spike in students disciplined for weapons
Figures show 526 students faced discipline for weapons last year.

The family campground split by a 100km/h highway
Motutere Holiday Park is a prime spot for camping, watersports and heavy traffic.

NZ First drafting bill to require only one Ngāpuhi settlement
Bill comes amid Govt refusing to agree to settlements that dispute Crown sovereignty.

'I wouldn't wish it on anyone': Why are victims having to wait until 2027 for justice?
Nine homicide cases this year have added to the delays in the High Court at Whangārei.

Bid to reopen bar closed for months divides community
The aspiring new owners say they have 30 years' experience in hospitality.

Koru stolen from community leader's grave back with whānau
The koru was taken from a grave sometime last week, leaving the family devastated.

Northland's six-month weather rollercoaster: Cyclones, droughts, floods
Cyclone Tam left 24,000 Northland homes without power on April 17.

'Sacrilege': Family anger over theft from Dargaville grave
The $2000 koru was sawn off Michael Mudford’s headstone.

School teacher living in 'principal's house' battles board over ending tenancy
The teacher was asked to move out to make way for a new principal.

'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.

Upokongaro: Where herons roost and gin wins gold
“Orchard Gin” is crafted with pear, kawakawa, and a hint of nutmeg.