The baby is now recovering well. Photo: RNZ
Police say they have arrested a 22-year-old man over causing head injuries to a five-month-old baby.
The man has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
The injured five-month-old baby was taken to Dargaville Hospital on 28 December.
From there, they were flown to Whangārei Hospital, before being transferred to Starship Hospital in Auckland.
The baby is now recovering well.
The man will appear in the Whangārei District Court on Friday.
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