Funding announcement falls short of long-term solutions to roading woes
A Government funding boost to repair storm-damaged roads falls short of what's needed.
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New Ōpua base opens for Coastguard Bay of Islands
New base at Ōpua for Coastguard Bay of Islands.
Man arrested for alleged serious assault on woman and breaking into Paihia Police Station
Man in court after serous assault on woman and burglary of Paihia Police Station
New speed limits outside two Far North marae to make the road safer
First variable speed limits in NZ now outside two Far North marae.
Notorious drug bust features in new TV series with star cast
Robyn Malcolm and Tem Morrison star in Far North drug bust drama
4.5 billion-year-old meteorite and other scientific wonders at Kaitāia wow kids
Kaitāia kids learning about space and science at interactive roadshow
Armed thieves target jeweller in broad daylight; six arrested after 'brazen' robbery
Smashed display cabinets can be seen through the window of the Cameron St store.
Magnolia fundraiser helps grow the dreams of Whangārei students
Showing off magnolia garden is a way to fundraise for "life-changing" trip.
Warning over lithium-powered batteries after rubbish trucks catch fire
Lithium batteries are catching fire on rubbish trucks in Northland.
Emergency surgery saves dog after swallowing plastic bag
Onyx the Whangārei dog needed emergency surgery to remove plastic bag he swallowed
News in brief: Investigation into flight's troubles; oven fire sparks callout
The latest news bites from around the region.
The new hauora Māori clinic is open to all Te Hiku residents currently without a GP
People from around the country turn up to celebrate opening of Kāitāia's Te Whare Oranga
Dolphins dazzle at Far North beach
Several calves could be seen sticking close to their mums as they passed through.
Red Cross gives Northland organisations $300,000 for Cyclone Gabrielle relief
More than $300,000 for Northland to recover from Cyclone Gabrielle.
Fragile roading network: Councils allowed to adopt three-year plans to focus on storm-damaged infrastructure
Northland councils to adopt three-year plans to focus on storm-damaged infrastructure.
News in brief: Keep an eye on hazards in Kaipara parks; Woman killed in Whangārei crash named
The latest news bites from around the region.
Change to residential status means Kaitāia’s Hike and Bike hostel can't have tenants
End of the road for Kaitāia’s Hike and Bike hostel
Aussie summer ahead for 17 Far North dancers
A pride-inspiring group of Far North dancers have returned home triumphant.
Kerikeri artist a finalist for coveted award
Kerikeri artist Jane Molloy-Wolt up for Parkin Drawing Prize.
Kaitāia man wins top DoC ranger award
Jamie Werner has earned the Department of Conservation's top ranger award.
'AI will never be an adequate replacement for culture': AI experts on mayor’s admission
The method has come under fire for being “highly disrespectful” to Māori.
New mobile desexing clinic for Northland on the way
The SPCA is hoping its new mobile desexing clinic will reduce unwanted litters of puppies.
Vince Cocurullo: Infrastructure pressures are mounting - where is our Central Govt to help?
Opinion: Council has been trying to address some of the concerns via its Annual Plan.
Northland news in brief: Lotto win; Matariki fest and hāngī in Whangārei
The latest news bites from around the region.
North’s two world boxing champs want world title double-header in Whangārei
Whangārei could host Lani Daniels and Mea Motu in a world boxing title double-header.
Whangārei's bridge Te Matau ā Pohe turns 10
Te Matau ā Pohe has been a catalyst for further development in the area.
What's the worst day of the week to fuel up?
Knowing when to fill your fuel tank may help save money at the pump.
Carolyn Hansen: The anti-aging lifestyle, what is it and are you living it?
In the minds of some, old age itself has become a disease to be cured.
Joe Bennett: The question's meaning was unmistakable - something catastrophic had happened
It was clear he was pleased to be speaking truthfully about the hardest subject.
Groundbreaking all-Māori health clinic takes on GP waitlists
Kaitāia's new clinic will help fill the gap for the thousands without a GP.
Our Treasures: Kiwi North welcomes new kiwi
Both new kiwi are North Island brown kiwi .
Whangārei Hospital clears the air on rescue chopper rumours
Whispered concerns about broken lifts and abandoned helipads have gained momentum.
Whangārei return: Spirit of NZ setting new environmental standards
“You should be thinking about what you throw into the ocean ... it all has an impact."
Hospice's financial woes mean tough decisions to be made about charity's future
Govt funding isn't going far enough to cover costs of vital elements within the service.