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Fatal dog attack: Family of elderly Moerewa woman 'devastated' by 'tragic loss'
The woman had reportedly spent her entire life in the Far North community.
'Scary': Calls for more police after Ruakākā homicide investigation launched
Ruakākā homicide inquiry: Locals from small community want increased police presence
New Kaitāia community driver testing officer to help learner drivers
Community driver testing officer for Kaitāia will make things easier for learner drivers
Injured tramper rescued from Puketi Forest
A bruised tramper has been rescued from Te Araroa Trail.
Investigation after email threats sent to teachers at Kamo High School
The incident is a first for the school.
Far North news in brief: Far Far North on TV, Angel bears help and Ladies Night coming
News snippets from the Far North.
Close contacts identified in Northland measles case
Parents and caregivers asked to vaccinate their kids for measles after one confirmed case.
News in brief: Agricultural scholarship winner named; Animal rescuer appears in court
The latest news bites from around the region.
Restoring mauri of Northland's Te-Oneroa-a-Tōhe/Ninety Mile Beach a priority
Future of the beach is focus of watershed Kaitāia meeting.
Pink Ribbon Street Appeal needs more Northlanders
More Northland volunteers needed for street appeal
Ahoy! Maritime festival anchors in Whangārei
More than 100 different options will be on offer at the free family two-day festival.
Police arrest man who allegedly forced motorist off road and took cash
A 20-year-old man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court.
Mangamuka reopening hits speed bump
The long-term closure of the state highway was due to end in May next year.
Rough sleepers share their concern over growing homelessness
Homeless people talk about their journey during a World Homeless Day event in Whangārei.
News in brief: Purple lights on bridge for baby loss awareness
The latest news bites from around the region.
Whangārei Fight Night will see Matt Matich step into the ring under world title bouts
Fights could lead to more bouts for Matt Matich and Jerome Pampellome.
Mayor hits out at Kāinga Ora amid social housing plans
There are more than 200 new Kāinga Ora homes are being built across Whangārei.
Whangārei baker rises above national competition to win Baker of the Year
Bethany Friend says her award-winning skills began at a young age with her grandmother.
News briefs from the Far North - Sailing Week, Pokapu Rd bridge and community board funding
News snippets from the Far North.
News in brief: Northland Chess Championship returns; police investigating Ruakākā burglary
The latest news bites from around the region.
Govt gives $5.4 million for Kaitāia Airport work
The National Resilience Plan funding is for urgent maintenance and upgrading.
Vince Cocurullo: Big city problems are small city problems, too
Our communities all need access to the same basic services.
Homelessness, family farms, connectivity, GPs - the concerns of Northland towns
Small-town Northlanders often feel forgotten. They are hoping for change this election.
Joe Bennett: Is our smokefree crusade just a vanity project?
'What a virtuous little nation we are.'
News in brief: Warning after grass fire; quad biker driver seriously injured
The latest news bites from around the region.
Dismal wellbeing report: Experts reveal why we may be feeling burned out
Wellbeing experts offer tips on how to improve selfcare following few years of challenges.
Brent Eastwood: Exciting new chapter for surf life saving
OPINION: There are opportunities for everyone to get involved.
SH1 cleared after crash in Oakleigh
People are being warned to expect delays after a crash took place this afternoon.
Nation on alert after Northland resident tested positive for measles
Northlanders are being asked to monitor for measles symptoms after one confirmed case.
Far North Mayor Moko Tepania receives award for being one of world’s top young politicians
Tepania made history last year as the youngest and first Māori Far North mayor elected.
Wyn Drabble: Computer rage a modern necessary evil
Despite the rage they can cause, it would now be hard to imagine life without computers.
Social supermarket running on empty as it fields around 50 calls for help a day
155 Whare Kai manager Samantha Cassidy says the demand for food grows year-on-year.
Kaitāia Airport is vital to the Far North, but CBD safety a concern: business leader
Kaitāia Airport’s future vital for the area, but CBD security and safety needs addressing.