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'Growing fast': Green light for project set to unlock 3000 homes, supermarket
The project aims to unlock land for up to 3000 homes and a new supermarket in Whangārei.
Carnival has town basin pulsing with creativity during month of ArtBeat events
The events aim to get locals involved in arts, heritage and culture in Whangārei.
Man found dead in vehicle at Kawakawa carpark, police investigating
Police say they were alerted around 7.45am this morning.
Mum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatment
Parata studied during chemotherapy, often logging in from Auckland Hospital.
‘Unworthy of belief’: A judge didn't believe one man's story, but the higher courts did
Now Tony Harrison's arson conviction has been quashed.
'Your actions were deliberate': Driver leaves couple's lives shattered in horror crash
Driver crashed into the victims head-on, flipping their car and injuring seven people.
On The Up - ‘Fresh produce is now a luxury’: Northlanders tackle food crisis
Northlanders help families become self-reliant by growing their own vegetables.
Jonny Wilkinson: The systemic barriers failing disabled New Zealanders
OPINION: NZ's disabled face healthcare crisis amid staff shortages.
New homes open doors for young disabled Northlanders
Rest homes used to be the only option for young people with disabilities.
Joe Bennett: Navigating the challenges of getting older
OPINION: 'Don't be 80,' my mother advised; she was 80 herself at the time.
What's on: Your guide to arts and culture events this school break
There's markets, craft days and more to look forward to for these holidays.
'We cannot do this by ourselves': Ministers listen to iwi leader's plea over meth crisis
Police Minister Mark Mitchell plans to visit Northland for further discussions.
'A game-changer': New mental health facility opens in Whangārei
Manaia House in Whangārei cost $21.6m and has 75 consultation rooms.
'Life of darkness': Stepfather's 20 year sentence for 15 years of abuse
The victims have suffered self-doubt, PTSD, fear, distrust and shame.
'I don’t sleep when it rains': Couple's flood fears as buyout hopes dashed
Gary and Kimberlee Whitehead face frequent, severe floods in Pupuke Valley.
‘Out on the bones of their a***’: Volunteer firefighters demand better ACC cover
The volunteers currently lack coverage due to their non-taxable status.
Three stretches of Far North state highway may keep lower speed limits
Stick or raise - Far North folk asked if lowered state highway limits should go up again
School ‘shocked and upset’ as four students suspended after fight
Principal Mike Clent confirmed all four students involved have been suspended.
Libelle’s school lunch woes predate government changes, ex-worker claims
Far North school lunch worker believes food provider Libelle was mismanaged from start.
‘Time is running out’: Urgent plea to save Kaimanawa horses from cull
More than 250 Kaimanawa horses need homes to avoid being culled.
Teen’s supreme unity speech wins spot at national final
Talk on significance of equity wins Northland Race Unity Speech Awards
Northland moves to restricted fire season, Far North remains under ban
Most of Northland has moved into a restricted fire season but Far North rules still apply
14 new social houses opened in Kerikeri by Kāinga Ora
Kāinga Ora opens 14 new Far North social houses
Northland's meth crisis: Mexican cartels, lower prices, and devastation
Mexican cartels are undercutting Asian suppliers, increasing meth supply.
4-year-old goes one better in winning giant pumpkin contest
About 90 visitors raised nearly $2000 for the Northland Rescue Helicopter.
Country’s top environmental watchdog takes Far North District Council to court
Environmental Protection Authority prosecutes FNDC over Sweetwater Aquifer discharges.
Advocates urge tighter gun licence rules amid fears people slip through the cracks
Gun Control NZ calls for five-year licence renewals instead of the current 10.
‘Sign of the times’: Northland businesses cut hours amid economic woes
Cathay Cinemas in Kerikeri will close Mondays and cut weekday hours by 15-20%.
‘Horrific and abhorrent:’ Computer tech makes startling discovery on customer’s laptop
Ton Kaan claimed he did not know images of children in explicit poses were illegal.
News briefs from the Far North - Movie wins award, no bus on holidays and cheap trees
News snippets from the Far North
Celebrating 50 years: The enduring legacy of Te Tai Tokerau kapa haka festival
Twenty-eight kapa haka groups will perform in the two-day event.
Kaitāia man’s mission to clean up the town’s dumped trash
Kaitāia man cleaning up the town with help from dozens of youngsters
Far North Roading grows from humble roots to award-winning success
The company won the supreme award at the 2025 Te Tai Tokerau Māori Business Awards.