Person rushed to hospital after dog attack in Mangawhai
Police responded to the incident on Tara Road at around 1.10 pm on Friday
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'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.
Pouto teens to play international netball tournament
The team is the first from Kaipara to attend the prestigious netball tournament.
'Dreadful day': WWII survivor cheats death again, loses home in devastating fire
An 80-year-old house fire survivor shares his challenging experiences.
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.
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
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.”
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?”
News in brief: Biotoxin warnings for Northland; fire destroys Waiotira shed
The latest newsbites from around the region.
'There is hope': How a man transformed a life of depression
Northland mental health survivor comes out about his struggles and eventual transformation
Family fun day a success as thousands show their support for emergency services
Kids and adults had fun at the Emergency Services Family Fun Day at Kensington Park.
NZ Events Association votes Whangārei’s Northland Events Centre the best in the country
Where's the best events venue in the country? Right here in Northland!
A doctor, an island and oil: The olive journey of Peter Crelinsten
Peter’s connection with olives harks back to the Maltese island Gozo in the Mediterranean.
'Already feel like a winner': Entertainer Luke Bird says on being a finalist for TV awards
Northland entertainer Luke Bird is a favourite to win the Television Personality award.
'This is the tipping point': Fears businesses won’t survive another Brynderwyns closure
Northland leaders say the next Brynderwyn closure will be the final straw for some.
Carolyn Hansen: Health in mind
When we're healthy mentally, we're able to realise our full potential.
Our Treasures: Celebrating seniors at Kiwi North
Evidence of mining for silver goes back about 5000 year.