Far North news
Cyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report says
More than 3400 Northland homes were damaged, with insurance claims of $38m.
Kaitāia paedophile teacher James Parker back before the Parole Board
Kaitāia teacher James Parker is seeking parole after sexually abusing 20 boys.
Councillor urges tight-knit Kaitāia community to give support after homicide
A 29-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with murder.
Boxing: Northland world champ Lani Daniels beats self-doubt to prepare for title defence
Northland world champion Lani Daniels contemplated giving boxing away
Te Hiku Media CEO Peter-Lucas Jones on Time Magazine list with Mark Zukerberg and other tech leaders
Te Hiku Media’s AI work was outperforming the world’s leading tech companies.
How every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)
All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.
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Working Justice systems behind Northland's drop in ram raids
80 per cent of the ram raids were committed by young people aged 10 to 17.
Long waits for mental health help can be catastrophic for Northland youth
Northland children are waiting 50 per cent longer than adults for mental health services.
Homeowner forced to make sign after scammer sends unknowing victims to house
“I felt really sorry for them and some of them were really pissed off and upset.”
Risks at leased property prompt SPCA’s permanent closure, ‘exhaust’ local charity
A Kaitāia charity is exhausted by demand following the SPCA centre's permanent closure.
Northland trails offer a starting point for cycle touring trend
A look at Northland's cycle touring offering and its lucrative potential.
Opinion: Kermadecs no sanctuary from obligations to Māori
Opinion: Hui on massive no-fish zone northeast of New Zealand faces a few hooks.
Youth tackle range of issues at speech contest
Te Hiku o-te Ika Manu Korero – Far North Schools Speech Competition results.
Far North Constable Harriet Steele's mettle earns her top Ironman accolade
Harriet Steele earns Ironman scholarship during cancer fight.
Far North news briefs - Northland Kauri play in Kaitāia, Blood Service collecting and sustainability recognised
News snippets from the Far North
Crews battle 'well involved' house fire in Far North
Fenz said the fire was being treated as suspicious.
Far North drains causing farm flooding can't be cleaned until summer
Summer earliest Far North council can clean blocked drains that flood farms
$150,000 raised to send Far North rugby team to play in ancestors' homeland of Croatia
Far North Croatian descendants flying out for rugby tour of forefathers' homeland.
Far North flooding risk to reduce with $1 million Quarry Rd bridge upgrade
Kaitāia's Quarry Rd bridge gets government funding for upgrade to prevent floods.
News briefs from the Far North - Lotto winner, firearm discharged, Māori ward meeting
News snippets from the Far North.
Car news & advice
Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)
Mustang chief engineer Laurie Transou explains how Ford can continue with a pure-petrol V8
Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie
Some company cars are better than others...
Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs
The basketball legend’s ultra-rare Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 can be yours for a cool $1m.
OneRoof property news
House-hunting for diplomats: I had one property turned down because of sniper fears
What ambassadors look for in a Kiwi home.
Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes
"Oh my god, how did you come up with this idea?"
Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells
"Mystery house on a hill" snapped up, but buyer and sale price remain a secret.
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Far North flooding risk to reduce with $1 million Quarry Rd bridge upgrade
Kaitāia's Quarry Rd bridge gets government funding for upgrade to prevent floods.
News briefs from the Far North - Lotto winner, firearm discharged, Māori ward meeting
News snippets from the Far North.
Flooding on Far North farm due to drains not being cleaned
This is what happens on Paul Harvey’s Far North farm when it rains, due to Far North District Council not cleaning out drains near the farm. Video / Supplied
Kaitāia couple's secret to 70 years of married bliss
Kathy and Ian Macnee celebrate a milestone anniversary with family and friends.
Students perform haka in support of Whangārei District Council’s Māori ward
Students from Te Kāpehu Whetū school and the Leadership Academy of A Company performed a haka when the decision to keep the Whangārei District Council’s Māori ward was announced.
Far North musicians raise funds for Jayson Norris' cancer battle
‘’It’s just one way to help a fellow Far North musician.’’
Far North wāhine fulfil need for connection through fitness
A look at the new fitness offering uplifting people to connect and thrive.
Three people rescued from house fire in Henderson, Auckland
A fire investigator will return to the house later this morning.
News briefs from the Far North - Footpath nearly ready, rural teleheatlh service and business workshop
News snippets from the Far North.
Far North renewable energy resources soar with third solar farm starting
Far North's third big solar farm to be built at Pamapuria
News briefs from the Far North - Daffodil Day fundraiser, cyclone funding, and trio on tour
News snippets from the Far North.
Young Kaitāia boxers hoping to follow in world champ Mea Motu's footsteps to glory
Kaitāia Boxing Club young trio ready to take on opponents in Auckland comp.
Rural news
Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patetrson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.
Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.