Young Northland surfers ride wave of success at national comp
Three individual wins had the team take bronze in the annual school surf competition.
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Northland dad with rare cancer 'blown away' by donations and support
Policeman Owen Pihema is having surgery in Australia to remove his rare cancer.
'Staff morale is awesome': Businesses stoked with success of four-day working week
Northland businesses have implemented four-day working weeks - here's how it's helped.
Northland quad bike crash results in critical injuries, patient flown to hospital
The crash occurred just off SH1 in Mangamuka, around midday Sunday.
Nearly 300 take part in Pink Loop Walk for Northland breast cancer battlers
Northlanders are fighting back against the highest rate of breast cancer in the country.
Community stepping in to safeguard Doubtless Bay kiwi
There's no doubt about a new kiwi population in Doubtless Bay.
'I was freaking out': Daughter furious elderly mum had to drive to Northland after flight cancelled
Lise Strathdee is furious after her mum's flight was cancelled and she drove to Kerikeri.
Boatie boom: 400 vessels expected to descend on Northland during summer
This year there will be about 250 boats in Whangārei Harbour.
Far North's Ahipara surf break draws competitors for Aotearoa Māori Surfing Titles
The comp brings hundreds to Ahipara over Labour Weekend.
Driver testing: Ongoing funding for community driver testing scheme beyond 2026
Government will continue funding community driver testing scheme beyond 2026.
Police crackdown: Drunk driver caught near school at 3pm
Another blew triple the limit at 9am.
Far North, the drama on 90 Mile Beach meth bust, up for 7 NZ Television Awards
Drama series on massive Ninety Mile drug up for seven NZ TV awards
News briefs from the Far North - fireworks, rock and reggae and garden safari upcoming
News snippets from the Far North.
Northlander shocked police failed to attend attempted dog theft and assault
Kaikohe man called 111 after someone tried to steal his Rottweilers and punch him.
Highest ever ranking for Kaitāia boxing world champion Mea Motu
Number two world ranking for Far North boxing world champion Mea Motu
Care of woman by Kaitaia Hospital and others inadequate, breached rights
The type 2 diabetes sufferer underwent two amputations but died from bacterial infection.
Northland oysters feature in Bay of Islands' Oktoberfest X Oysterfest event
German-style Oktoberfest and Oysterfest for Bay of Islands this month
Big celebration for Awanui Day in Far North town
Far North town celebrates big time at annual Awanui Day.
'Urgent': Pharmacists providing healthcare amid rising GP wait times
Local pharmacists are providing medical care and advice amid long GP wait times
'His spirit, like his work, remains free and eternal': Remembering renowned photographer Frank Habicht
'He could connect with people whether it was homeless or celebrities.'
Northland police rebuked for not providing medical care after Kāeo arrest
Police cleared of using excessive force in firearm search where man suffered head injury.
'It's really nasty': Health officials bracing for whooping cough outbreak
Health officials are bracing for a whooping cough outbreak, with newborns most at risk.
Far North news briefs - Pink Ribbon donations wanted, new resort manager and rugby league development role
News snippets from the Far North.
New ACC Māori initiative Hāpai aids Far North man's ruptured Achilles recovery
ACC programme specifically for Māori helps Far North man recover from serious injury
New term for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled means new people learning to ride
Busy time ahead for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled.
Police thankful for public's help in catching alleged intoxicated driver in Onerahi
Police arrested a man allegedly driving while three times over the legal alcohol limit.
Gulls sighted around Whangārei Harbour covered in oily substance
Four have died. The Whangārei Native Bird Recovery Centre is bracing for more arrivals.
Community pride: Working bee to clean up town for summer visitors
Kaitāia in line for big spring clean to welcome reopening of SH1 over Mangamukas.
Grim discovery: Horse euthanised after being found with suspected gunshot wound
The injured animal was found by bike riders.
Northland Tarara reconnecting with roots on Croatia rugby trip
Players descended from Dalmatian settlers get a once in a lifetime opportunity
Mayor: Whangārei faces $800,000 bill for cleaning up vandalism and waste
Opinion: Many are shocked to hear the amount we spend on graffiti and litter control.
Locally rejected port expansion plan gets fast-track tick
Eleven Northland projects get approval for fast-tracking.
'Disabled lives matter': Disability sector changes protested in Whangārei
About 100 people attended the Whangārei protest against Government changes.
'It's a horror film': Greens co-leader wants to help save wāhi tapu land
The Greens co-leader visited the site amidst a second Environment Court hearing.