Principals slam Govt's 'simple' approach to school attendance
Coalition's proposals labelled a "nice little soundbite" lacking substance.
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Budding artist or marine biologist? Something for everyone these school holidays
From April 13 until April 28, Northland is not short on things to do.
Plans to cut rural police allowances will demoralise recruits, cops say
Police cuts would only hurt the overall recruitment of future rural cops in Northland.
Plenty of Northland interest when Moana Pasifika play Queensland in Whangārei on Friday
A Northlander will take the field against the Reds as Super Rugby hits Whangārei.
Weather warning: Severe thunderstorms, rain and wind to hit Northland
The bad weather is forecast to hit around 6pm and last until 9am on Friday.
Iwi-led programme saving Far North residents from discoloured, bad tasting water
Having reliable, drinkable water is helping to change lives, residents say.
Kaitāia to host 25 early Ford V8s at Saturday rally
Early Ford V8 vehicles to rally in Kaitāia
Apprentice Keiran Davis wins Bay of Islands’ building challenge
The Russell builder will represent the Bay at the finals in Wellington in June.
Big win for Far North if SH1 over Mangamukas reopens before Christmas
Delight at news Mangamukas in Far North to finally reopen before end of 2024.
Smiles all around at Kaitāia College special needs surf day
Kaitāia College special needs students all smiles in Ahipara surf
Exhibition to feature the works of iconic Māori modernist artists
‘Māori art is burgeoning at the moment – it’s in such good health.’
Northlander's cooking chops making waves
He's known as Stef the Māori in the Far North, and he's taking social media by storm.
Far North student wows judges at regional Shakespeare festival
The 'golden ticket' is a chance to aim for London, Keira Brassett says.
Plan to be best links course in NZ after Kaitāia Golf Club shoots up golfing rankings
Kaitāia Golf Club shoots up course rankings, but is aiming even higher
Far North's Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe Beach Board appealing for more council support
The board wants more resources and funding to carry out its role.
Northlander dies after crashing into tree in Ōkaihau
Emergency services were called to a crash on Wehirua Rd around 8.30am.
Spectators unhurt after race car crashes into safety barriers during Northland event
The only injury is to a woman who grazed an elbow after falling backwards from the impact.
Far North trust plans 28 units to house elderly in Kaitāia
Homes for up to 56 elderly are set to be built by Kaitāia's Switzer Trust.
NZ's most luxurious lodges, complete with heli-pads, butlers and infinity pools
Think NZ is all campgrounds and DOC huts? Think again. These are our most luxurious hotels
Regional council plans to kill off millions in funding for sport
The fund has put $7m into Northland sports projects since 2018, but not any more.
Daylight Saving Time ends soon - but don’t make it a big deal, sleep doctor says
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, April 7, but debate about its use continues.
A warm meal eaten with friends best part of Healthy School Lunches, students say
The Health School Lunches programme Ka Ora Ka Ako does more than feed the hungry.
Fire chief says Waipu crash was 'difficult' scene as drivers trapped and children hurt
'It’s been a while since we attended a serious incident of this nature.'
Surfer shares heartfelt thanks after reunion with rescuers
A reunion for surfer who suffered a cardiac arrest in the waves at Mangawhai Heads.
Woman arrested following Pukenui homicide
The police say the 'deceased and alleged offender are believed to be known to each other'.
Students as young as 11 being excluded for vaping compels education programme
Rubicon has developed an eight-week programme for students in Year 7-9.
Far North principals - school lunch programme has profound, positive impact
Principals from Far North kura in the Ngāti Hine rohe say school lunches vital
New online map shows Northland's storm-ravaged roading problems
Far North’s roading slip repairs available with online tool
New briefs from the Far North: Clocks go back, tsunami sirens tested, and seed gathering
News snippets from the Far North.
No more Kiwibank in Doubtless Bay with closure of Mangonui service
Mangonui Kiwibank service closes despite eleventh-hour petition.
Iwi wants Crown to pay for return of hapū land, site of former Towai school
'Our people also want to know whether we can trust the crown in these matters.'
Elderly in Far North will have to give up homes over massive rates rise - Grey Power
Grey Power says 16.5 per cent Far North rates rise will see the elderly sell up.
Ngāti Kuri using science and cultural practice to inform predator-free concept
Ngāti Kuri's work also includes installing its own climate station at Te Paki.
Lack of support: Northland principals hit back over bad behaviour in classrooms
It's not about naughtiness, it's about kids who are seriously disturbed, says principal.