Latest fromKaipara District

Far North orchard burglary sees hapless thieves steal dodgy diesel
Tainted fuel stolen from Far North orchard could ruin vehicles that use it

Could Northland help power Auckland? $2m study to find out
If feasible, the project could unlock $1b in private investment in renewable energy.

Far North news briefs – Toilet warning, Northland on Monopoly board and port stake
News snippets from the Far North.

Kāeo rest home criticised for elderly woman’s care
Kauri Lodge under fire from Health and Disability Aged Care Commissioner.

Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua backs importance of injury prevention
Silver Ferns coach warns Northland's netball community over injury risk

Kerikeri students running competition to help eradicate moth plant
Cash prizes for Northlanders to remove pesky moth plants

Smoke from cabin fire forces NorthTec students out of classroom
A female occupant was checked for smoke inhalation after the fire.

CCTV helps nab suspects in alleged hot water cylinder theft
Police were alerted to the alleged burglary around 9.30am on Sunday.

'Not what we were wishing for': Civil Defence says get ready as more rain on the way
Kerikeri has already received 490mm, well above the April average of 150mm.

Cycling champion honoured for trailblazing work in Northland
Steve Gwilliam recognised for having a 'remarkable impact' on Northland's cycle trails.

Gerry Paul: Empowering community through the arts
The return of the Ngāti Rēhia Community Kapa Haka Programme

Opinion: Abundant apple harvest turns into burden
The obvious solution is to give them away, to feel the joys of generosity.

Northland Expressway plan proceeds as landowners face property loss
The Northland Expressway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei.

Quiet summer for Northland beaches as water safety efforts take hold
Surf club patrols wrapped up last weekend and will restart on Labour weekend.

Person critically injured in SH1 crash with truck
Emergency services attended the scene and SH1 was closed for some time.

New social supermarket in Kaikohe to address food insecurity
The social supermarket will provide additional resources, including a whānau space.

News in brief: Tim Robinson elected new chair of NorthChamber
The latest news bites from around the region.

'Fantastic news': Leaders welcome progress on Northland expressway
The new road is likely to be tolled, according to Transport Minister Chris Bishop.

News in brief: Air NZ backs solar boost with $600k investment
The latest news bites from around the region.

The long road to recovery: Cyclone Tam's aftermath lingers in Far North
More than 20 Far North homes are still without power after the storm.

Far North will not forget - Anzac Day commemoration events in the district
Plenty of Far North Anzac Day events to remember the fallen.