Latest from Far North District

Kaitaia: Golden age of the Dallies

It's definitely not a winterless spot, but there's warmth in Northland's history, says Pamela Wade.

Bay of Islands: Forest to the sea

Despite a fruitless search for great coffee, Diana Clement finds plenty to do and see in the warm and welcoming Bay of Islands.

Northland: Northern lights

Cate Foster and daughter circle the north in a weekend road trip that takes in food, history, craft and culture.

Missing boy's body found in pool

Searchers have found the body of a four-year-old boy who went missing in Northland last night. A diver found the boy in a pool beneath a small waterfall near Otiria Marae in Moerewa.

Hokianga: Honour thy chiefs

The biggest signing of the Treaty of Waitangi was in the Hokianga. Liz Light visits the site that will host an alternative Waitangi celebration next month.

Bay of Islands: A day with the dolphins

Nature, wildife, culture, history, gorgeous food and a dose of adrenalin - Cate Foster takes advantage of the pleasures of the Bay of Islands.

Our favourite beaches: Taupo Bay

In whispers, Far North residents tell one another they have the best beach in the country on their doorstep.

Hokianga: Hidden secrets

Paul Rush discovers hidden treasures among the nikau, cabbage trees and kauri of this famous harbour.

Hopepa's road to Opononi

A Northland tour destination brings back fond memories for one of the members of Fat Freddy's Drop.

Kerikeri: The fresh taste of Thailand... in Wharepuke

An award-winning chef is making the most of the local produce, writes Helen Twose.

Northland: Local cruiser adds heat to battle of the bays

Northland takes on a whole new glow from a luxury sundeck, says Rachel Tiffen.

Ahipara: Rock jumping to catch Northland waves

James Russell relives the joys of a Kiwi surfing safari.

Kerikeri: Blazing through the north's wine trail

Northland boasts a number of thriving wineries worth a visit, says Helen Twose.

Northland: Cliff notes

Rob Cox spends a weekend soaking up the atmosphere at luxurious Kauri Cliffs.

Hokianga: In the land of the giant brain-trainer

Jim Eagles puts his grey matter to the test on a visit to a corner of Northland.

Northland: Scene stealer

A popular drawcard for overseas visitors, the Bay of Islands proves an action-packed success, too, for Geoff Cumming's family holiday.

Weekender: Kerikeri

Feel like a break in the north? Stop in at this bustling Bay of Islands town.

Hokianga, Northland

A journey to the Hokianga region offers the chance to see some of New Zealand's most remarkable natural sights - from the 'King of the Forest', Tane Mahuta, to the harbour's remarkable dunes.