Latest from Far North District

Northland 'grid emergency': Most homes should get power back tonight but no hot water

'There will obviously be an investigation into the incident and what caused it.'

Far North areas worst hit by heavy rain, orange warning lifted for Northland

Some risk still exists: 'We’ll definitely be keeping a really close eye on it.'

$150k spent clearing illegal dump sites could pay for community infrastructure instead

Fly-tipping is a problem the district council is struggling to deal with.

'Everyone is so relieved': Northlanders praise reopening of Brynderwyns

Northlanders are rejoicing after news the Brynderwyns will reopen after four long months.

News briefs from the Far North - light festival returns, laughs on tour and Far North's Got talent final

News snippets from the Far North.

School helps put in plants at Far North's Little Gem dune lake

Arbour Day in Far North sees 1400 plants put in around dune lake

A big job: SH1 over the Brynderwyns set to reopen after lengthy delays

The Northland road will be open for Matariki weekend.

SH10 roadworks in Far North should end farmer's safety concerns

Far North farmer delighted highway work finally under way on dangerous surface.

Keen to do good in my community: Hokianga resident explains why he became a St John volunteer

Former Defence Force worker relishes his new role.

Far North's first fixed speed camera attacked

The speed camera has been vandalised just days before it was due to be switched on.

Lights, camera, action: Far North's Got Talent youth gear up for final

12 talented youngsters in Saturday's Far North's Got Talent final.

Far North farmer wants urgent work on slippery highway after three vehicles crash into paddock in a week

In the latest crash, three children are believed to have been in the vehicle,

It's a sore spot: Northlanders respond to pothole funding boost

Northlanders affected by potholes respond to government funding boost.

Disappointment as Matariki festival showpiece cancelled after funding cut

'The event gave people a reason to head up north to celebrate.'

Working Justice systems behind Northland's drop in ram raids

80 per cent of the ram raids were committed by young people aged 10 to 17.

No ageism in art: Award-winning songwriter sings praises of teenage Kerikeri band

Two Northland bands are coming together to play a one-off gig in Kerikeri.

News in brief: Awards for two property developments

News snippets from Northland.

Severe thunderstorm watch: Possible thunderstorms and rain for Northland this evening

The watch is in place from 6pm until midnight tonight.