Murder accused appears in Kaitaia Court
A man charged with the murder of a Far North couple Carmen and Ivan Maheno has appeared in Kaitaia District Court today.
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Kiwi call monitors needed
Puketi Forest is one of Northland's prizes but unless people help out, the eerie call of the kiwi might cease to pierce the night time forest.
Far North debt levels defended
A Far North district councillor has hit back at claims about his council's debt, saying it is the lowest of Northland's three district councils when compared to rates income or the number of properties paying rates.
Big jump in local foreclosures
Forced property sales across Northland jumped more than 30 per cent - despite an overall drop in the number of national foreclosures.
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Man to appear on two murder charges
The Northland woman who was critically injured in a shooting yesterday has died, police say.
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Postcards from the Edge in Korea
Northern Advocate reporter Kristin Edge is on a month-long trip in South Korea as part of a Rotary GSE team She is posting regular reports from her overseas adventure.
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Rugby: Lansdowne seals return with points
Kamo first-five Tyler Lansdowne marked his return from injury with a 22 point haul as part of his side's 57-22 win over the Western Sharks in the Bayleys Southern Districts Premier Competition.
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Mangawhai: Classic seaside destination
Mangawhai offers a variety of accommodation, scenery, dining options and natural charms.
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Parole delayed for Swann
Convicted fraudster Michael Swann's bid for parole has been delayed by a supporter who threatened the Parole Board in an "extraordinary and inappropriate" letter, the board says. The board met last week to consider whether Swann should be released from prison after serving four years of his sentence for defrauding the Otago District Health Board of almost $17 million. But in its decision, released today, the board said it must defer a decision on his release after "an extraordinary turn of events" involving an unnamed supporter, who is also Swann's parole sponsor. Board convenor Judge Michael…
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