Slips and broken bridges continue to keep eastern Te Paki tracks closed
Ngāti Kuri is mulling over alternatives to the extensively damaged waterfront walkways.
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The latest news bites from around the region.
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The second-term MP's loss been honoured by PM Luxon, other politicians and public figures.
'Ignorance is not an excuse' Northland man fronts up over alleged illegal fishing
Fisherman explains how he came to be fishing in a protected marine reserve.
News in brief: Barrier Air’s new service open for bookings, road closure in Otaika
The latest news bites from around the region.
Bay News: Beer fest back; conquering caulerpa; citizen scientists set sail
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Te Iwitahi civic centre has been honoured for a “strong tikanga Māori narrative”
Whangārei’s civic centre and other architectural marvels win at awards
News briefs from the Far North - Building consent success, LTP submissions and writing grants
News snippets from the Far North.
John Williamson: Inspiring rangatahi to be safer drivers is a good idea
OPINION: The driver licence space in Northland has now got some real community ownership.
Opening date set for Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Hub and new town square
The hub is expected to be a tremendous asset for the community.
A supportive school and real-world experience key to thriving, new teacher says
An ERO report on Monday revealed half of new teachers feel unprepared for the classroom.
'The most indiscreet name imaginable': Man imports $5.5m of meth as 'Quade Cooper'
He created fake IDs using aliases', including one of the Australian rugby star.
Pedestrian dies in Russell after being struck by vehicle
A pedestrian died after being struck on Russell Whakapara Rd.
'Sick to our stomachs' Dive companies shocked by alleged illegal fishing in Poor Knights Islands marine reserve
The Poor Knights Marine Reserve is a sanctuary for marine life.
Whangārei house fire considered suspicious, says fire investigator
Locals are used to the derelict home being set alight.
New kina regulations likely after Far North meeting
Far North meeting shows depth of concern over kina barrens, says Fisheries Minister.
Celebrating 135 years of education at Waimamaku
Far North town of Waimamaku celebrates its schooling.
60 vintage motorcycles participating in this year's rally
No two rallies are ever the same.
Doctors warn: Human health risks from proposed $730m Kaipara waste-to-energy plant
Health concerns included toxins such as dioxins, heavy metals and gases.
Iwi pens letter to King Charles over 'lawless Pākehā' behaviour
Ngāti Kahu call on monarch to stop Treaty attacks.
Group from the Leadership Academy will follow footsteps of Māori Battalion
A Company rangatahi head to Italy for Cassino 80th anniversary.
News in brief: Artists invited for Matariki exhibition
The latest news bites from around the region.
‘No other region would put up with this crap’: Frustration mounts over prolonged Brynderwyns closure
Calls for compensation as frustration grows.
'Come with me now': Newlyweds tell of scramble to take aurora wedding pic
The photographer hurried the couple outside after spotting an exciting opportunity.
Seagliders' 35-minute trips to Auckland closer with $145m deal
Seagliders and 35-minute trips between Whangārei and Auckland are a step closer.
Expert believes Enchanter boat should have stayed put amid 'gnarly and confused' weather
The Enchanter skipper continues to stand trial following the deaths of five men.
Big barge shows Whangārei's boat-building chops
The 57m Kaipara Karrier VII was built by Culham Engineering for Atlas Concrete.
Cameron Leslie heading swim team to Paris
'It’s my fourth Paralympics, but my first in eight years, so it’s very exciting.'
'We are home’ Mum says moving into new community housing life-changing for whānau.
Housing is one of the biggest factors that determined people’s health.
Kevin Page: An appreciation of the much-anticipated sleep in
Kevin had planned for a sleep-in but progress got in the way.
Pathway feels unsafe: Commuter concerns with shared route
Commuters describe their unsafe experiences using the Whangārei shared pathway.
Provided lunches would be welcome relief to all, ECE centre manager says
Savings from the lunch in schools programme have been redirected to ECE.
Far North news in brief: Kerikeri flights starting, LTP submissions, SH15 speeds
News snippets from the Far North.
New date for Brynderwyns reopening announced
NZTA announces a new date for the Brynderwyns reopening.