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Sub Lieutenant Simeon looking forward to next chapter of Royal New Zealand Navy career
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Popular Far North recreational vehicle facility under investigation over ongoing sewage leak
Council investigates recurrent dump station blockages which have led to sewage leaks.
Kaimaumau fire: Residents ready to evacuate
Seaside township remains on high alert as fire continues to rage around the countryside.
Homeschool students spread Christmas cheer at Pak'nSave
Homeschool students spread Christmas cheer at Pak 'n' Save
At rock bottom: Far North tourism firms' future grim as travellers avoid region
Far North businesses are considering hibernation as bookings plummet this holiday season.
Northland St John volunteer Nancy Greenfield hits 50 year service milestone
Northland Nancy Greenfield honoured for 50 years as St John volunteer
Ahipara artist's works in international Christmas range
Ahipara mouth painter Kevin Griffiths has three artworks in Christmas gift range
Record high temperatures in Northland as country has warmest November ever
Northland temperatures high as NZ has warmest November on record.
Iwi helping Northland checkpoints should be praised, Davis says
Iwi pilloried, others would be praised, Labour deputy leader says as border change looms.
Far North iwi Te Roroa teams with Habitat for Humanity to build homes
Te Roroa and Habitat for Humanity combine to build homes of iwi members.
Trouble brewing in Far North paradise
Visitors locked out of popular tourist destination for summer
'May as well send up body bags' - Northern iwi leaders on Auckland border call
As of Thursday, 58% of the eligible Māori population in Northland was fully vaccinated.
Awanui Hotel owner speaks out about Covid-19 ordeal
Awanui Hotel publican knew 24 hrs before hearing from MoH about a confirmed Covid-19 case
Ngataki School's environment-based curriculum wins funding
Ngataki School's dune restoration project stands out as one of 11 winners from 90 entries.
Nurse acknowledged for essential service
Nurse wins We love local ESSENTIAL Worker Appreciation prize from local businesses.
New location of interest for Hamilton - Pak'nSave
There is just one new location of interest today, in Hamilton.
Live: Far North in alert level 3, officials work to find link to latest cases
Far North residents are settling back into level 3 today after two weeks at level 2.
Live: A step too far, too fast? Expert's fear for Auckland as mystery cases lock down part of Northland
The region's two new cases this week haven't been epidemiology linked.
Police looking into 'gathering' at Far North self-isolation address
It would be 'very worrying' if people visited a Covid-19 home isolation address - expert.
Govt's alert-level decisions get mixed marks from experts
Dr Colin Tukuitonga agrees with the Government's decision for Auckland.
Rates hike likely if Oruku Landing approved
Whangārei ratepayers could face 6pc rates rise for Oruku development.
Te Hiku to benefit from school music programme
Kaitaia musician Jonathan Pirini launches school music academy
Far North event organisers await more information re vaccine certificate
Event organisers are certain the impact of the vaccine certificate will be felt by many.
FNDC calling for feedback on Three Waters Reform Programme
Contentious Three Waters Reform Programme survey now available in Far North
'He's breathing, he's still breathing'; Dad describes harrowing moment finding motionless son on the road
Seth Ngawhika is fighting for his life in Auckland's Starship Children's Hospital
Kaitaia United Football Club junior finals see close games and some great play
Kaitaia's junior football season ended in spectacular fashion at the weekend
Officials say little risk from woman who visited Kaitaia and later tested positive for Covid in Auckland
Little risk after woman who tested positive for Covid in Auckland earlier visited Kaitaia
Eagles hits set for a revival across NZ stages
Eagles Experience national NZ tour kicks off in October.
Lockdown Hero: Generous fisherman gives away $12k of fish to people in need
Fisherman puts dinner on the table for struggling families.
'Just put your bloody seatbelt on': Kaitaia firefighter's appeal after another needless death
Five people were in car that rolled on SH1 with one thrown out and one trapped in wreck.
Meet your Far North library staff
Outreach librarian "Rox" Harrison on the best job ever.
Water tragedy: People warned to stick to lockdown rules after freediver dies
There are hints police water patrols may be revived if the lockdown is extended.
Nominate a local legend for this year's NZer of the Year
Nominations closing soon for 2022 New Zealander of the Year Awards.
Kaipara Mayor to Govt: Don't drop our alert level
Only matter of time Delta variant is in Northland - Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith