Far North news in brief: Track closure extended, Daffodil Day, education hui and flood plan
News snippets from around the Far North.
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Far North Cook Islanders mark language week in Kaitāia
Homeland's culture and identity are celebrated in style.
Kawakawa, Moerewa and Ōtiria get multi-million dollar schemes to prevent devastating floods
The Kawakawa Deflection Bank and Ōtiria-Moerewa Spillway formally open to prevent floods.
Hard to get to, but Cape Brett Hut open for stays with stunning Bay of Islands views
The Cape Brett Hut in the Bay of Islands reopens for public bookings after major repairs.
Camellia enthusiasts put up an impressive floral show in Whangārei
Whangārei Camellia Show saw hundreds turn up to enjoy the floral experience.
'We didn’t expect this': Whangārei couple's identical triplets mean seven kids under seven
Whangārei couple's triplets expand family to nine
Can you still bag a bargain at op shops?
Shoppers have noticed a marked increase in prices at their favourite opportunity stores.
Dargaville residents "terrified and frustrated" by noisy burnouts
'Everyone including my wife and me is terrified.'
News briefs from the Far North - Kaitāia book launch, council on the move and emergency services' plea
News snippets from the Far North.
Bay of Islands cruise season to pump $25m into economy to delight of businesses
130,000 cruise ship passengers welcomed to Bay of Islands this season.
News briefs from the Far North - Fuel study in pipeline, ute seized after death
News snippets from the Far North.
'There's more choice': Barrier Air begins flights between Kerikeri and Auckland
Barrier Air kicked off flights between Kerikeri and Auckland on Sunday.
Kaitāia water tank scheme for Te HIku homes looking for new apprentices after 100th tank installed
100th water tank installed at Te HIku home by Far North initiative.
Far North teen allegedly used red and blue lights to stop women motorists
Teen arrested for impersonating police by using red and blue flashing lights.
‘I apologise to patients every day’: Northlanders suffer as health crisis takes hold
Patients are being misdiagnosed, face hours of travel for treatment or can't see a GP.
Prime Bay of Islands waterfront holiday park on the market
The price has dropped by $500,000.
Whangārei school ex-chair remembered as 'the kindest man on earth'
"...We as a community wish to send our deepest love and support to his whanau..."
News briefs from the Far North - boat and shore fishing, competitive airfares and Hollie Smith at Awanui
News snippets from the Far North.
Northlanders Jane Molloy-Wolt, Jay Allen and Melanie Badenhorst finalists in prestigious Parkin Drawing Prize
Northland artists up for prestigious Parkin Drawing Prize award
Ahipara pensioner flats' wild cat problems continue for occupants
Long-running Ahipara wild cat issue yet to be resolved, to pensioner's chagrin.
Mangamukas still on track to open before Christmas
Works are going on around the clock to get the job finished.
Country's top GP award for Hokianga doctor Mark Lankshear
Hokiang Health's Mark Lankshear earns country's top GP award
'Greatly disappointing': War memorial vandalism angers community
"Those who did this should be ashamed of themselves."
Cyclone Gabrielle Appeal gives $3.5m to Northland groups for repairs and rebuilds
Northland's allocation is one of the highest in NZ.
Hannah Wilkinson's Kamo FC scores Fifa development cash
The club was delighted to receive the funding.
News briefs from the Far North - Demo reno, top Far Northerners wanted and car hits house
News snippets from the Far North.
Ninety Mile mussel spat on mission to save Hauraki Gulf marine environment
Ninety Mile Beach mussels helping to save Hauraki Gulf marine system.
Northland staff training for Heritage NZ emergency
Training success for Northland Heritage NZ staff.
Northland sci-fi and fantasy festival a grand success second year in a row
The Festival is a huge community spirit booster.
From Kaitāia to the world of darts: Jaymie Hilton-Jones to compete in professional youth world champs
Far North dartist's world youth champs appearance could lead to career.
Winter water safety warning as Northland's drowning deaths climb
Four drownings in Northland already double 2023 total for same time of year.
Far North doctor shortage now ‘acute’, clinical manager warns
Staff frequently receive messages asking them to cover shifts at rural hospitals.
Doctor shortage increases waits for cancer treatment
Doctor vacancies and a reduction in planned care over summer are chief culprits.
Paris Olympics 2024: Games already over for two of four Northlanders taking part
Four Northland athletes at Paris 2024 Olympics