‘Absolutely immeasurable’: Guide dogs' impact on blind community
The Highams have raised six Labrador puppies since 2018.
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Invasive seaweed caulerpa found in new Bay of Islands location
Divers have found the exotic weed in Paroa Bay, near Russell.
Kerikeri’s Community Family Service shuts down
Far North budgeting service lacks funds to keep helping hundreds of families
News in brief: Police launch six-week crackdown on speeding drivers
The latest news bites from around the region.
Opinion: Family triumphs make for an eventful week
My achievements this week have been, well, basically nil.
'This is a desecration': Thousands of illegally dumped animal carcasses trouble town's water
Illegal animal dumping has plagued Hukerenui for 15 years.
One dead after car vs truck collision at Haruru
Driver dies at scene of fatal crash at Haruru, near Paihia
Firefighters tackling large vegetation fire near Mangakahia
More than 20 firefighters are onsite at a large vegetation fire at Nukutawhiti
Far North’s Te Āhuareka o Ngāti Hine Festival attracts thousands
The festival, which started in 2008, rocks Ōtiria Marae in cultural celebration.
Far North gets plenty of aroha from Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro
Busy Far North tour for Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro with packed schedule of events
News in brief: Relay for Life raises over $135k
The latest news bites from around the region.
Lost everything again: Kiwi’s Brisbane home flooded for second time
Rochelle Bekker's family lost most of their possessions in 2022. Now it's happened again.
Drone survey reveals massive sand loss from Mangawhai sandspit
The sand loss is equivalent to 26,000 truckloads over six years.
New home needed for Whangārei’s Zonta Great NZ Book Sale
A new venue is needed so Whangārei's Zonta Great NZ Book Sale can hold its 31st chapter.
Opinion: Lessons to be learned on how we respond to our most vulnerable
Let’s hope this is examined in the investigations surrounding this shocking case.
Retirees’ heartfelt letter to intruder: ‘We have to start small, and we want to start with you’
Catherine Walbran saw a tall figure in a hoodie before the intruder fled.
Opinion: Why do spiders trigger fear despite being harmless?
Morning webs on the ranchslider often lead to frantic face-wiping.
Far North council pushes for separate climate zone to cut building costs
MBIE says any changes must go through a formal review process.
Outsourcing being used to pretend hospital wait times are being fixed: doctor
Doctors say outsourcing funds could have treated more in public hospitals.
Skills of sheep dogs and handlers on show in Whangārei
Mount Manaia Sheep Dog Trial Club's annual trial this Sunday.
'Zero tolerance': Police nab youths in stolen vehicle after reported burglary
A 14yo has appeared in Kaitāia District Court and a 17yo is set to appear next week.
'Kaikohe is where it's at': Community cheers new library project
Kaikohe's new library project has been approved, with completion aimed for next year.
Pedestrian suffers serious injuries after being struck by vehicle
Emergency services responded to reports of the crash around 6.53am.
News briefs from the Far North - Brain Aid, ladies bring a cue and horses need home
News snippets from the Far NOrth
Kerikeri could almost double with new plan out on how to deal with the growth
Draft plan to manage growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa, public urged to give feedback.
Kaitāia MetalFest 4 back for musical mayhem
Powerful line-up for Kaitāia MetalFest 4 in May
‘It’s real and authentic' – Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro visits Te Kura o Otangarei
Principal Danelle Unuwai said she was proud her kura had been chosen to be a host.
Paedophile teacher, jailed for abusing 20 boys, eyes South Island move
One of New Zealand's worst child sex offenders has been refused parole again.
Road workers abused and threatened: ‘We really need to do better as a society’
Survey found one in five is thinking about looking for another job because of abuse.
'Loved by all' Remembering beloved showman Eddie Hemara
Northland's beloved popular music showman Eddie Hemara died at the weekend.
‘Completely thrilled’: Shelter dogs adopted by loving families
Betty was adopted by a couple who saw her photo in the Northern Advocate.
Police car rammed, man attempting to evade police bitten by police dog
Police were deployed to the area after sightings of a possible vehicle of interest.
‘Excessive speeds’: Five teens nabbed after vehicle convoy chaos
One vehicle crashed into a house on River Rd; the driver was caught nearby.
Kerikeri’s Nurture by Nature to party like its 2005 after 20 years open
Nurture by Nature early childcare centre in Far North turning 20.