News snippets from the Far North
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Charity close to man‘s heart to gain from 1000km cycle ride from Cape Rēinga
A child charity saved Nuk Korako's family being split up, he's now raising funds for it
Far North boxer Mea Motu up for unified boxing world title bout
Northland's Mea Motu fights for multiple world boxing titles in NZ first.
Pylon collapse shows need for upgrade of Northland's electricity network
Plans to boost Northland's power network after pylon collapse.
Free open day offers glimpse into Doubtless Bay's bicultural history
If offers a unique chance to explore local history.
'Dream into reality': New charter school opens in Northland
Northland's first new charter school opens with 35 enrolments this month in Doubtless Bay.
Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular rocks Far North holiday spot
Far North's unique Tractor Spectacular motors into bay
Thieves fleece visiting charity food growing group twice in 10 days
Thieves have hampered the efforts of a charity food growing initiative visiting Northland
New owners, new life: Kaitāia's controversial backpackers to be renovated
The Hike and Bike backpackers in Kaitāia has been sold
Far North news in brief: Street party raises funds for charity, rubbish barge back, flights in demand
News snippets from the Far North and beyond.
Road tragedy at Horeke
One person died at the scene of a vehicle crash at Horeke, on Saturday morning.
Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route
Far North residents celebrate as Mangamuka Gorge reopens, ending costly detours.
Rāhui in place after man found dead on Far North beach
Hapū have imposed a rahui near Mitimiti Beach after a man's body was found there
Man found dead on Northland beach
The victim was found by a member of the public about 2.30pm.
Police admit errors in handling complaint, assault charge against Kaitāia man
Police acknowledge IPCA findings on the unjustified use of force in the Kaitāia incident.
Far North news in brief: Dog registration winners get the treats, new cemetery guidelines
News snippets from the Far North and beyond.
How one woman's Christmas spirit united a community to help families in need
Generous Kaitaia community answers call to support families with Christmas gifts.
Kaitāia teen completes Minecraft replica of hometown in global project
Kaitāia teen achieves dream, recreates town on Minecraft’s global Build the Earth project.
'Milestone': Iwi celebrate ownership deal for Kaitāia Airport
Kaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.
Far North news in brief: Paihia Library’s festive flavour; Tara iti breeding season begins
News snippets from the Far North and beyond.
Rider Sports' legacy continues as local family takes over historic store
Mike Rider retires, hands over iconic store to local couple Kane and Laura Attwood.
Level 2 water restrictions set amid forecast dry spell in Far North
Far North District Council has imposed Level 2 water restrictions.
Govt and iwi secure $5.4m deal for Kaitāia Airport's future
Kaitāia Airport secured for NgāiTakoto with a long-term lease and $5.4m upgrade contract.
Air NZ drops several Northland flights, raising connectivity concerns
Air NZ cuts flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei, raising concerns over Northland's economy.
Far North news in brief: Boatie alert, water restricted due to dry weather, scholarship entries opened
News snippets from the Far North.
Grief affects half of Kiwis, study reveals
‘Grief needs to be recognised’, says Katrina King; many rely on untrained friends.
From pillar to pou: Community centre memories etched in special carvings
The Ngā Tai Tokorua community whare was demolished last week.
Frequent water outages in Far North cause frustration
Residents are frustrated by frequent water outages; council explores long-term upgrades.
Northland's first charter school to open under new regime revealed
New charter school Te Rito, Te Kura Taiao, opens in January, teaching in te reo Māori.
Property manager fined $2000 for breaching settlement confidentiality
ERA upholds settlement terms and fines property manager.
Local businesses optimistic as Northland readies for summer influx
Kiwis face budget strains as food, utilities, and insurance costs rise ahead of Christmas.
Far North news in brief: Kerikeri cemetery upgrade, Free skating lessons
News snippets from the Far North.
Kaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement notice
The Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project.
Farmstrong launches toolkit to support farmers post-Cyclone Gabrielle
Getting Through toolkit to support farmers recovering from the cyclone.