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Hospitality community rallies around Quail Cafe owner as future uncertain

They're fundraising in a bid to "help the Quail fly again".

'It's what we're there for': Lifeguards save life of teen pulled unconscious from surf

Lifeguards swooped into action after recognising the unconscious swimmer wasn't breathing.

'Not stopping 'till we get you back my bro': Family's vow to find missing kayaker

The well-loved man failed to return home after going out for a kayak on Thursday night.

SH1 detour cleared, truck and trailers banned

Two trucks were earlier blocking the northbound lanes.

School principal 'very' concerned by copycats circulating 'stab for stab' fights online

School principals were alerted to the post on Wednesday.

Pro basketball dream one step closer after signing with Australian team

Growing up, basketball was just for fun.

Shane Reti: Region left isolated after storm shows we need four lanes

We need four lanes not sticks.

Cat and owner reunited after cyclone

The cat was checked by a vet and was “as healthy as anything”.

Nature doesn't care about us: Experts advise against building by rivers, clifftops and coastlines

Experts say we shouldn't be building homes near rivers or coast.

Beaches will be unmanned as surf lifesaving clubs feel impact of cyclone

Many Northland beaches are currently unpatrolled by lifeguards due to the storm aftermath

'My wife was praying': Six people cling to fire engine in daring Northland rescue

After being rescued, Kaipara councillor Ash Nayyar jumped into action to help others.

The long road ahead: Cyclone leaves Northland with 'huge' clean-up

Destroyed roads, power outages, communities cut off - the list of repairs is long.

Twenty Kaipara homes red-stickered after Cyclone Gabrielle's wrath

Most of the homes deemed unsafe were located in Dargaville, says Kaipara Mayor.

Massive slips force indefinite closure of beloved Quarry Gardens and cafe

Enormous slips have placed the future of the gardens and cafe in the balance.

Size does matter

It gets complicated because the recommended serving size for each food group varies.

Cyclone Gabrielle: Families share how they’re getting by without power

Whangārei mum making the most of showers and TV after power came back on.