Northland AgePatu profile continues to riseThe Patu fitness movement continues to enjoy strong growth in the Far North judging by the interest generated at the opening of a new facility in Kaikohe last Saturday.22 Jun 09:21 PM
Northland AgeSwitzer bus is revving upThere's a little way to go yet, but Kaitaia rest home Switzer Residential Care is well on the way to becoming fully compliant with the Eden Alternative.22 Jun 09:17 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor, Thursday June 23, 2016Your correspondent Peter Dunne (Letters, June 21), continues to demonstrate his long-standing vacuity.22 Jun 09:01 PM
Northland AgeMaori Party tribute to 'an ambassador of hope'The Maori Party has paid a warm tribute to Ngati Hine Health Trust Emeritus Executive Robin John (Rob) Cooper, who passed away overnight on Monday.22 Jun 08:54 PM
Northland AgeJustice for Moko rallies in Kaitaia and KaikoheKaikohe and Kaitaia will join communities around the country when they march for 'Justice for Moko' and an end to the murdering of children, on Monday when Tania Shailer and David William Haerewa will be sentenced in the High Court.22 Jun 08:46 PM
Northland AgeArmed man on the run with toddlerHamilton authorities are on the hunt for an armed fugitive on the run with his toddler in tow.22 Jun 04:14 AM
Northland AgeLawn bowls 101: Don't drop bowl on footSeveral Kaitaia Primary School students have proven quick learners in the art of lawn bowls after taking up the invitation to head over the road to their neighbouring club on Church Road and enjoy a roll up on Thursday afternoons.20 Jun 09:25 PM
Northland AgeAll eyes on the nationalsTheir school is being pulled apart and put together again around them, but the $14 million rebuild of Northland College is not distracting the kapa haka party.20 Jun 09:18 PM
Northland AgeHouse check too big a task for your mateThe days of getting a mate with some building experience to check over a property before buying it are over according to Harcourts CEO Chris Kennedy.20 Jun 09:06 PM
Northland AgeEditorial, Tuesday June 21, 2016THE BADDIES always seemed to outwit the Keystone Kops in the silent movie era, but the Far North's latest claim to crime fame was more a case of Keystone Krooks, judging by the evidence so far.20 Jun 08:58 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor, Tuesday June 21, 2016Recently we were advised that a property over the road from us, on Col Mould Drive, was to be built upon, and that the building could be a source of irritation given that it had the potential to affect our view and general outlook.20 Jun 08:53 PM
Northland AgeHone ready to climb back into the saddleMana Movement leader Hone Harawira has confirmed that he will take on Labour's Kelvin Davis next year in a bid to win back Te Tai Tokerau.20 Jun 08:50 PM
Northland AgeOne more shot at life for RikkiRikki Nathan is a young man with everything to live for. Much-loved by his family and a huge circle of friends, he's a fighter. Twice he has successfully stared down cancer, but now he's facing the biggest battle of all.20 Jun 08:47 PM
Northland AgeKahawai in plentiful supply for BonanzaThe Far North's infamous winterless conditions came to the fore over Queens Birthday weekend and the fine weather contributed to another very successful 90 Mile Beach Kahawai Bonanza Tournament.15 Jun 09:38 PM
Northland AgeA Green Ribbon for Reconnecting NorthlandWWF New Zealand and the New Zealand Landcare Trust's Reconnecting Northland ecological restoration project won the philanthropic and partnership category in the 2016 Green Ribbon awards.15 Jun 09:28 PM
Northland AgeAge Concern deplores elder abuseAge Concern New Zealand chief executive Stephanie Clare says her organisation will continue to do all it can to prevent elder abuse. But it cannot do the job alone.15 Jun 09:23 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor, Thursday June 16, 2016In response to the article 'Drumsticks too?' (June 9), I would like to provide some relevant points in the New Zealand context.15 Jun 09:16 PM
Northland Age'Red muck' isn't welcome on roadKathleen Rudolph's car and Harley motorcycle stays in their garage at this time of year.15 Jun 09:03 PM
Northland AgeRecord meth haul earns praise from ministersThe seizure of almost half a tonne of methamphetamine in the Far North with a street value of $500 million, earned praise from Police Minister Judith Collins and Customs Minister Nicky Wagner for the community, the police and Customs.15 Jun 08:49 PM
Northland AgeFlood of meth violence overwhelms copsMore police dedicated to targeting drugs and organised criminal groups are needed to stem the flood of methamphetamine into Northland.15 Jun 08:31 PM
Northland AgeMan who busted a $500m drugs ringMechanic asked to help launch boat says rising unease drove him to involve cops.15 Jun 05:00 PM
Northland AgeNorthland tipster fearful of retributionA Northland fisherman who tipped police off to suspicious boaties on 90 Mile Beach which led to a record seizure of methamphetamine is fearful of gang retribution.14 Jun 11:49 PM
Northland AgeFrom scattering ashes to $494m of methInside the police operation that led to record seizure of drugs.14 Jun 07:56 PM
Northland AgeHopes fade for lost sailorAuthorities will decide this morning whether to resume the search for a man washed overboard from a yacht in huge seas north of New Zealand.14 Jun 05:00 PM
Northland AgePolice seize more meth buried in dunesMore methamphetamine has been found by police among sand dunes in Northland, adding to what is already the largest meth seizure in New Zealand history.14 Jun 05:29 AM
Northland AgeHow police nabbed $448m of methThree men charged in connection with what police say is the nation's biggest ever methamphetamine haul have appeared in Kaitaia District Court.14 Jun 01:16 AM
Northland AgeMariners make most of winter sunshineThe Far North woke to wonderfully fine weather on Saturday morning, a welcome break following the past week of rain and overcast skies.13 Jun 09:37 PM
Northland AgeWho wants to see Winston perform a haka?Of all the attractions at Sunday's Russell School fair, the prospect of seeing Northland MP Winston Peters performing a haka just might be the biggest.13 Jun 09:25 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor, Tuesday June 14, 2016With Tomorrow's Schools, I often feel David Lange threw the baby out with the bath water.13 Jun 09:23 PM
Northland AgeEditorial, Tuesday June 14, 2016EVERYONE understands that we are an exporting nation. There aren't enough of us to consume everything we produce, and if there were we'd go broke. But we need to import stuff too, stuff that we can't make for ourselves.13 Jun 09:19 PM
Northland AgePilgrim to farewell Ali the championAwanui man Valley Taylor flew to Louisville, Kentucky, on Friday, to say his own farewell to the man widely regarded as the greatest boxer, perhaps the greatest athlete, of all time.13 Jun 09:11 PM
Northland AgeTime claims the last 28th veteranCharlie Petera, the last surviving member of A Company of the 28th Maori Battalion, died at his home at Ngataki on Friday night, surrounded by his whanau. He was 91.13 Jun 09:04 PM
Northland AgeCustomary paua permit no defenceA customary permit was no defence for 39-year-old Ahipara sickness beneficiary Michael Jake Pene in the Kaitaia District Court last week.13 Jun 09:02 PM