Articles by Jenny Ling
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National
'I was freaking out': Daughter furious elderly mum had to drive to Northland after flight cancelled
Saturday, 19 October 2024, 9:16amNew Zealand’s national carrier has come under fire from furious Northland residents fed up with last-minute cancellations. Lise...
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Health
'Our EDs don’t turn people away, or close': Minister defends hospital emergency department
Monday, 19 August 2024, 1:12pmHealth Minister Shane Reti has defended Whangārei Hospital’s emergency department, saying it never closed to new patients...
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National
‘No other region would put up with this crap’: Frustration mounts over prolonged Brynderwyns closure
Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 7:56amNorthlanders fed-up with being “diplomatic and positive” about ongoing Brynderwyns delays and lengthy detours are imploring...
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National
'It gave me a purpose': Retiree reveals why he poisoned 50 gum trees in heritage reserve
Saturday, 20 April 2024, 4:50pmThe Northland man who poisoned 50 gum trees near the historic Stone Store in Kerikeri believes he was working “for the good...
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National
'He did this brazenly': Residents want truck company fined for using banned detour route
Tuesday, 16 April 2024, 1:02pmAuthorities are refusing to enforce laws put in place along a State Highway 1 detour route during the Brynderwyn Hills closure...
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National
They shouldn't have been there: Truck company under fire following crash on detour route
Thursday, 11 April 2024, 4:17pmPolice are considering whether charges will be laid after a rogue truck crashed on a banned Brynderwyns detour route in Mangawhai,...
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National
'We’ll get remarkably quiet': Businesses face tough decisions ahead of Brynderwyns closure
Wednesday, 31 January 2024, 1:15pmNorthland businesses will have to decide whether to pass extra transport costs associated with the upcoming Brynderwyns closure...
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National
Steady and consistent rain: Rain expected for Northland Sunday afternoon but otherwise fine
Sunday, 28 January 2024, 2:21pmNorthlanders, visitors, and holidaymakers making the most of the anniversary weekend can expect a mix of weather over the...
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National
Plants that feed your soul: Adding edible weeds and flowers can be beneficial to health and budget
Friday, 12 January 2024, 4:21pmFar North cookbook author, teacher and avid forager Anna Valentine has a world of edible plants and flowers right on her...
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National
Gyms braced for onslaught of new members as resolutions kick in
Wednesday, 10 January 2024, 4:35pmNorthland gyms and fitness centres are gearing up for an onslaught of new members who made New Year’s resolutions to better...
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National
Waitangi Treaty Grounds museums cleared following bomb threat
Wednesday, 3 January 2024, 1:07pmThe Waitangi Treaty Grounds museums in Northland have been evacuated and police have searched the premises following a bomb...
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National
Summer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquette
Monday, 13 November 2023, 4:21pmFrom off-leash dogs causing havoc around others to people not picking up their pooches’ poo – Northland dog owners and visitors...
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National
'He had a real heart for people': Far North community mourns loss of Dr Tom Mulholland
Wednesday, 11 October 2023, 2:32pmWarning: This article may be distressing to some readers. If you need help, contact Lifeline on 0800 543 354 or text 4357...
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National
'Doesn't look the best': Northland heritage site marred by tree poisoning
Thursday, 10 August 2023, 2:28pmThe man responsible for poisoning 50 large gum trees near Kerikeri’s historic Stone Store in the Far North has been fined...
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National
Lifetime consequences: Counting the cost of wandering stock on Northland roads and highways
Monday, 10 July 2023, 2:33pmWild cattle, the cost-of-living crisis and severe storms are believed to be behind the growing problem of wandering stock...
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Crime
Elderly woman killed in Kaikohe home invasion to be farewelled tomorrow
Tuesday, 6 June 2023, 1:24pmThe Kaikohe community will tomorrow farewell “a beautiful lady” who was killed during a home invasion and pleas for the offender...
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National
It looked really scary: Huge waterspout spotted moving over Bream Bay in Northland
Monday, 5 June 2023, 3:05pmA Waipū resident managed to capture on camera a “huge waterspout” that moved slowly over Bream Bay in Northland during an...
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National
'Would they run out of Viagra?' Pharmac slammed for huge shortage of HRT
Monday, 15 May 2023, 8:22amNorthland women going through menopause are starting to suffer from a raft of “horrible” symptoms caused by a major shortage...
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National
Street attack: Dad of two young children fighting for life, in coma
Monday, 6 March 2023, 7:21amA Northland man is fighting for his life while in a coma in Auckland hospital after an alleged assault on a night out in...
