News Northland

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News Northland

‘Just mindblowing’: Northland chopper crew’s courage, skill praised after extreme rescue off coast

The skill and professionalism of the chopper crew who carried out a dramatic sea rescue far off the Northland coast was nothing short of “mindblowing”, the vessel’s skipper says. Phil Dent, the Melbourne-based owner...
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‘Prepare, don’t panic’ advice for those feeling anxious as more heavy rain expected to hit North Island

Jaymin McGuire/Supplied Flooding hits Commerce Street in Whangārei, during Cyclone Gabrielle – now more heavy rain is forecast. People who may be feeling anxious or triggered by a forecast of more heavy rain are...
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Abbey Caves school stops outdoor education trips, had overnight forest trip planned despite today’s heavy rain watch

Whangārei Boys’ High School is halting all outdoor education class trips as three investigations into its practices begin. Stuff can also reveal outdoor education trips previously approved by the board included year 12 overnight...
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