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Think caulerpa doesn't affect you? Think again, ocean ecologist says
A major caulerpa infestation can majorly affect the local fishery, expert says.
Person rushed to hospital after dog attack in Mangawhai
Police responded to the incident on Tara Road at around 1.10 pm on Friday
'You’ve come too far not to go further': The young mayor sparking change in the Far North
Moko Tepania said it has been a "hell of a year" but there's plenty more to do.
News in brief: Trouble yacht towed to safety; Witnesses to fatal crash sought
The latest news bites from around the region.
Council continues with fluoridation plan despite High Court ruling on mandate
The council was still waiting for formal notification from the Ministry of Health.
Far North Mayor promises to improve dog control in the district after protest
A protest against the council's dog control system brought a vow from the mayor.
Woman 'lucky' to survive after car crashes with truck
Police are continuing to investigate the crash south of Kaikohe on Wednesday.
'Dreadful day': WWII survivor cheats death again, loses home in devastating fire
An 80-year-old house fire survivor shares his challenging experiences.
News briefs from the Far North - Saucy show, tourism website launch and road renamed
News snippets from the Far North
John Williamson: 'Don’t make road safety the scapegoat' when it comes to our shoddy roads
OPINION: Some important issues are emerging about the relative value of road safety.
Vital training for Far North young surf lifesavers as busy summer looms
Surf lifesaving camp gives Far North youth vital training.
Don't light fires on Far North islands in public conservation as dry summer looms
People lighting fires on Far North's conservation islands could be jailed or fined.
Lane reopens after serious crash in Far North
Diversions are being put in place and motorists are asked to avoid the area on SH15.
Far North landowner agrees not to dig wāhi tapu sand dunes
The occupation started when the landowner planned to use a digger to widen an accessway.
Protest outside FNDC's Kaikohe office over dog control 'inaction'
A lack of faith in dog control in the Far North sparks a protest at the council.
Blazes on islands sparks warning about lighting fires
A fire on an island makes responses from firefighters difficult.
Petition seeks to save Kaipara’s climate adaptation work
Former mayor fears district council may cancel all of Kaipara's climate work.
'I just want some closure': Family of farmer killed with poisoned port seek clues two years on
"It seems it’s just going to be a mystery forever, like one of those cold cases."
Mother's plea for anti-bullying programmes after daughter constantly targeted
A Northland mother has alleged schools aren't doing enough - nor are parents.
News in brief: Whangārei Speedway ramps up plans for Christmas parade
The latest news bites from around the region.
Rookie lifeguards make a splash at Waipū Cove
The teens had a full-on weekend developing their life-saving skills at Waipū Cove.
'Get out there and do some scouting': Growers told to watch out for fall armyworm
Northland's relatively warm climate suits the pest, which can eat 350-plus plant species.
Northland news in brief: Report marine life sightings this summer; Tokerau Beach warning lifted
The latest news bites from around the region.
Shellfish off menu in Far Far North due to toxin which can cause serious illness
Toxins in shellfish in Far North spark health warning
Awanui on a high after clinching Tiny Town award
Awanui abuzz after being named Most Beautiful Tiny Town in the country.
Hugely successful Peria School 150th celebrations delight community
150 years of education at Peria School celebrated
Climate change expert quits council in wake of politicians’ decision
“Go and find another at-risk community somewhere else if you want to do that.”
Road to be resurfaced one year on from $1.2m roadworks after failing quality standards
Kerikeri Rd in the Far North has to be resurfaced a year after work was done.
New study aims to find effective meth treatments for mana whenua
“We want to know their story on what works and doesn’t, and if not, then why?”
Summer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquette
Northland councils see a spike in complaints about bad dog behaviour every summer.
News in brief: Biotoxin warnings for Northland; fire destroys Waiotira shed
The latest newsbites from around the region.
Calls for accountability for shoddy roads grow as motorists tire of forking out
Waka Kotahi hasn't accepted any claims for vehicle damage in three years.