Huge community response: Far North charity recognised for work after Cyclone Gabrielle
The Bald Angels charity in Kerikeri has been recognised for their cyclone recovery work.
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Students celebrate Taipa Area School's Matariki event and new Ki o Rahi pitch
New Ki o Rahi pitch for Taipa Area School worth celebrating.
Fundraiser to get Kaitāia darts player to youth world event in England
Kaitāia darts player Jaymie Hilton-Jones needs help to get to World Youth contest.
'Unscrupulous operators are a reality': Northland councils urge caution over granny flat proposal
One council highlighted 'risks this could pose to home-buyers, renters, and ratepayers'.
Commissioners decline plan for rest and service centre on SH1 in Ruakākā
The service centre was designed to cater for truckies heading south on SH1.
News briefs from the Far North - chainsaws for firefighters, volunteers sought and Bay fundraiser
News snippets form the Far North.
'Tough decison': Popular Far North end-of-summer festival cancelled
Unforseen circumstances see Mangonui Waterfront Festival canned for 2025.
Police arrested four men who robbed Waipapa store and assaulted staff member
A number of display cabinets in the store were damaged and one staff member was assaulted
Local councils to vote on challenge to Māori ward polling rule
FNDC Mayor Moko Tepania will support a challenge to a rule around Māori ward polling.
'Do the right thing': Northland Māori leader calls on PM to ‘sack’ Act from coalition
Pita Tipene said the Kaipara meeting felt unsafe at times.
'Saving money costs lives' key message of Northland striking ambulance officers
The ambulance officers are striking for four hours each shift on Tuesday and Saturday.
Waitangi service station robbery leaves shop assistant injured
The offenders assaulted a shop assistant and fled in a Toyota Aqua.
Northland's walks serve as backdrop for wāhine seeking to connect
A group put together by Whangārei local Becky Keen has gained traction.
Major environmental damage: Invasive sea spurge plant discovered in Northland
Sea spurge has been discovered on Ninety Mile Beach - here's what you can do to help.
Taniwha earn convincing win over Manawatū Turbos
Northland will take on the Magpies in Napier next.
New era beckons for Kellys Bay, Glinks Gully campgrounds
The New Zealand Motor Caravan Association has taken over management of the two sites.
'The Mount Everest of being in the saddle': Northland adventurer takes extreme riding to the world
Ever wanted to ride a yak, reindeer or camel? A Northland adventurer explains how.
Priceless rings returned to grateful owner after son gifts them to classmates
Bonnie's daughter came home from school with a gold ring on her thumb - whose was it?
Nine Northland restaurants that could be your new [or old] go-tos
The prestigious Cuisine Good Food Guide names the top 300 dining spots countrywide.
Driver dead after single-vehicle crash in Whangārei
Police say victim died at the scene and an investigation is now under way.
Kaipara ratepayers face $25k bill after Māori ward abolished
The review is required under new government legislation.
Little stories of Hikurangi featured in student art
Kāinga - Little Stories of Hikurangi is on show until Sunday.
Northland officer investigated for allegedly accessing data and other matters
An 'employment process' found the officer had breached the Police Code of Conduct.
News in brief from the Far North - environmental awards, Savour tastes of Northland and hill country fund
News snippets from the Far North
Eleventh hour intervention sees Far North Artisans Fair return
Far North Artisans Fair back with something for everybody.
Kanak independence campaigner seeks support from Harawira whanau
More violence predicted: 'Things could get really bad'.
'It’s absolutely absurd': Review of 'prohibitive' insulation rules welcomed
Northlanders welcome a Government review of building codes making houses unaffordable.
'Thrilled': Northland brewery now home of NZ’s champion beer
McLeod's Brewery has been awarded their biggest accolade yet
Far North's Taipā Beach Resort has new management company in charge with big plans
Taipā Beach Resort has new managers ahead of busy summer season.
Far North’s $50 million 10-year rubbish contract won by Northland Waste
Northland Waste is excited to provide additional local job opportunities.
Mangamuka highway job forced to go at snail’s pace for urgent repairs
An urgent repair job doesn't hold up Mangamuka repair work.
Life as a mixed-race New Zealander explored in Kaitāia man Mike Bentley's poetry
The new book focuses on life as a Palagi-Samoan Kiwi.
Far North news in brief: Track closure extended, Daffodil Day, education hui and flood plan
News snippets from around the Far North.
Far North Cook Islanders mark language week in Kaitāia
Homeland's culture and identity are celebrated in style.