Hot, dry conditions tip Northland into drought
Big dry gives Northland its eighth drought in past two decades
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‘Horrendous’ parvo outbreak: Northland vets warn of rising cases
Vets and SPCA urge vaccinations amid Northland's parvovirus outbreak.
Northland mayors lead the pack for popularity
Moko Tepania was voted the country's most popular mayor.
Local knowledge leading 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
Far North fisher leading race for $30k top prize in 90 Mile Beach Snapper comp
‘Violent and secretive’: Dog-fighting rings going undetected as fear rules
People fear their pet dogs are being taken and used for the blood sport.
Fritter Fest celebrates a decade of smooth tunes and tasty eats
The festival is celebrating a decade of showcasing the best of our culinary talent.
Out-of-control rubbish fire revealed as Waipoua blaze cause
Fire and Emergency have this morning released the cause of the 100ha blaze.
Child dies after incident on driveway in Far North
Police said the incident happened on a property in Kāeo.
Thousands can give blood again after rule change - Age editor gets back in the chair
NZ Blood Service taking blood again from those who lived in UK previously banned
News briefs from the Far North – town square plans, impact fund and solar lights
News snippets from the Far North.
Far North could be industrial hemp stronghold if drug law changes
The Far North is ideal for a burgeoning hemp industry, but a law change is needed first.
Brain Aid at the Barn Far North fundraising concert for brain injury
Top line-up of Far North musicians at Brain Injury Association fundraiser
Opinion: Plan to expand citizen arrest powers raises ‘interesting questions’
How do people who are untrained in reasonable force make judgments about that?
Cause of Waipoua River fire to be announced as cleanup continues
Half of the evacuated residents returned home yesterday.
‘It’s a safety issue’: Horse riders challenge new horse manure bylaw
Claire Ganantchian opposes a bylaw requiring riders to remove horse manure.
News in brief: Police investigating damage at Kaikohe eatery, opera
The latest news bites from around the region.
Hūhana Lyndon: Crisis as media ecosystem faces collapse
A sustainable media ecosystem is critical to democracy.
6.395kg fish leads first day of 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
1200 fishers are vying for prizes at the 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza in the Far North.
'Make a Marmite sandwich': Luxon's school lunch stance divides opinion
Luxon's ‘Marmite sandwich’ comment sparked widespread criticism.
‘Means a lot’: Toa’s record-breaking triumph at world manu champs
Maara Toa won the Z Manu World Champs adult male division in Auckland.
Prohibited fire season for Far North as dry district’s fire risk rises
Waipoua River scrub fire finally brought under control.
20,000 people attend Northland Field Days
Hundreds of hours of volunteering went into making it happen.
Kevin Page: Mrs P’s unexpected ‘incentive-based contract’ to get me to drink water
I agreed I should drink more than the one glass I struggle with a day.
Protesters gather outside court to support Northland’s most well-known green fairy
He denied the charges of cultivating and dealing cannabis as supporters protested outside.
Iconic clock museum burgled, forced to close in peak tourism season
A group of people allegedly smashed a window to gain entry to the Quayside attraction.
‘Disheartening to hear’: Caulerpa spreads to major tourist hotspot
Caulerpa has been found at six new locations near Paihia.
Future energy, tourism lead Northland’s economic development plan
Opportunity sectors are energy, tourism, primary manufacturing and marine manufacturing.
Exclusive: Mangawhai woman says she was sucked into tornado’s vortex
Tina Johnson was lifted into the tornado with her mattress.
Tahi’s transformation: From barren farmland to rich biodiversity hub
Tahi's open day features guided walks and mānuka honey tastings.
Joe Bennett: My apples are worth every battle with nature
For the apple is the fundamental fruit, the fruit that’s in the supermarket all year round
Opinion: Navigating accessibility challenges on family trip to Fiji
Travels always have their hiccups and curve balls.
Waipoua Settlement evacuees face another night away from home
As the blaze took hold, residents fled with nothing but the clothes on their backs.
Waipoua River fire contained, families to return home tonight
The Waipoua River fire in Northland is fully contained at 91ha.
Five Northland schools face lunch delivery, quality concerns
Ministry of Education is working with suppliers to improve meal delivery.