Kaitāia man wins top DoC ranger award
Jamie Werner has earned the Department of Conservation's top ranger award.
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Not just dance: Devised physical theatre production makes its way to Northland
Northlander Molly Curnow is looking forward to playing her part in a theatre production.
'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.
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.
News in brief: Zonta book sale returns; police find pipe bomb during fraud investigation
The latest news bites from around the region.
Bay of Islands abuzz ahead of record cruise ship season
Bay of Islands to benefit from record cruise ship season.
Suspicious fire at former Wainui Bay School devastates local community and former students
Student of former Wainui Bay School devastated to see the iconic building destroyed.
News in brief: Neighbours dispute over pūkeko leads to firearms callout; bones found on beach
The latest news bites from around the region.
OPINION: Is our confidence we won’t get caught behind our bad driving?
A lot of societal issues these days, are laid at the door of mental health.
Bridge to prevent flooding in Moerewa and Ōtiria gets first 25-tonne beam installed
Ōtiria and Moerewa flood scheme progresses with massive beams in place
Bay of Islands Sailing Week has new venue
Bay of Islands Sailing Week organisers have high hopes for the 2024 regatta.
Far North news in brief: Event funding available, Māori roll closes and speed reductions
News snippets from the Far North.
Northland teen who murdered man in Bay of Islands gets reduced sentence
Teenager who fatally stabbed Bram Willems has life sentence quashed by Court of Appeal.
Comment: Enabling Taitōkerau businesses to flourish through innovation
Opinion: Callaghan Innovation helping break down barriers to R&D.
News in brief: Crash victim named; hundreds object to property revaluations
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Where does it end?': Push back against mayor's te reo shake up in annual plan
The original bilingual annual plan will be accompanied by a second English-only version.
Ban on high school's risky activities lifted months after Abbey Caves death
The move by WorkSafe has no impact on its wider investigation into Karnin Petera's death.
Fire at old school devastates Far North community
A suspicious fire has destroyed an old Far North school that had been a recreation centre.
Impressive line-up for Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Fest
Big names come out for 38th Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival
Opinion: The things you see when you’re in your car
It got worse as he angrily grabbed the handle of the trolley.
Next-gen speed camera near Kawakawa won't issue speedsters tickets for several months
Far North gets first fixed speed camera, but it could be months before it issues tickets.
Northland Environmental Awards see Far North shine
Far North people and projects win big at Northland Environmental Awards.
Northland news in brief: Plane issue at airport; two Lotto winners
Catch up with what's happening around the region.