Far North news
Big Shout Out to Far North's army of volunteers
Volunteers from the Far North honoured for National Volunteer Week
Northland power cut: Cabinet to address energy and fuel security after blackout
Energy Minister Simeon Brown is expected to provide more details this afternoon.
$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.
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
SH10 roadworks in Far North should end farmer's safety concerns
Far North farmer delighted highway work finally under way on dangerous surface.
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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.
Long waits for mental health help can be catastrophic for Northland youth
Northland children are waiting 50 per cent longer than adults for mental health services.
Homeowner forced to make sign after scammer sends unknowing victims to house
“I felt really sorry for them and some of them were really pissed off and upset.”
Risks at leased property prompt SPCA’s permanent closure, ‘exhaust’ local charity
A Kaitāia charity is exhausted by demand following the SPCA centre's permanent closure.
Northland trails offer a starting point for cycle touring trend
A look at Northland's cycle touring offering and its lucrative potential.
Opinion: Kermadecs no sanctuary from obligations to Māori
Opinion: Hui on massive no-fish zone northeast of New Zealand faces a few hooks.
Every dog has its (work)day in Kaitāia ahead of National Take Your Dog To Work Day
The Far North town is already leading the pack.
Moerewa speed camera issuing tickets in a Far North first
Moerewa's new-generation speed camera in Northland now nabbing speedsters.
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,
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.
Severe thunderstorm watch: Possible thunderstorms and rain for Northland this evening
The watch is in place from 6pm until midnight tonight.
Kerikeri quiz team have their own 'destroyer' to take on The Chase's Shaun Wallace
Top Far North quiz team keen to take on The Chase star Shaun Wallace
News in brief from the Far North - Matariki stars, FNDC submissions close and deceased named
News snippets from the Far North
Car news & advice
Maserati unveils heritage-inspired MC20 Icona and MC20 Leggenda
Maserati has launched two special editions to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the MC12.
Last of its kind: only 1 limited Jaguar F-Type ZP Edition left in NZ
The Jaguar F-Type is no more, but there is still one last example up for grabs in NZ.
Brute fource: 2024 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance review
There's no V8 in the latest C 63, but it is still an absolute beast...
OneRoof property news
West Auckland home used for free weddings on sale for $5.8m
Waterfront estate has a big heart.
Ex-Cabinet minister pulls house from sale after price drop fails to find buyer
His home is one of several high-profile listings that have been withdrawn from the market.
Housing market in trouble? Granny flats to the rescue
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
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50 years of Kerikeri High to be marked at jubilee event
Kerikeri High School turning 50 with big birthday celebration.
Kerikeri quiz team have their own 'destroyer' to take on The Chase's Shaun Wallace
Top Far North quiz team keen to take on The Chase star Shaun Wallace
News in brief from the Far North - Matariki stars, FNDC submissions close and deceased named
News snippets from the Far North
Far North rail line mothballed until port rail link finalised
Delays to upgrade of Far North rail link to Otiria.
Far North kiwifruit crop up by half to 3.3 million trays
Kerikeri kiwifruit growers produce bumper crop worth $35.5m
Unborn baby killed, others critically injured in crash with stolen vehicle
Police are investigating a serious crash on State Highway 1 in Okaihau on Monday evening.
Kaitāia to host final of Far North's Got Talent
Future stars to shine at Far North's Got Talent final
Wanted: New upholsterer to cover MenzShed Kaitāia
Vacancy for skilled upholsterer — and others — at MenzShed Kaitāia.
News briefs from the Far North - Heart support for newborns, new council contractor
News snippets from the Far North.
Stealing from kids - Far North pupils lose money raised for camp in burglary
Oruaiti School 'gutted' after funds for end of year camp stolen on Monday morning
Northland's autumn weather — wetter, drier, sunnier or warmer than normal
Whangārei recorded its second-highest total of May sunshine hours.
Rongoā on the rise - Northland practitioner on resurgence of customary healing
A rongoā Māori practitioner from Northland speaks about the traditional method's upsurge.
Rural news
David Seymour talks boats and planes on The Country
David Seymour, John Connell, Pita Alexander, Phil Duncan.
NZ exports reach all-time high in May
Surge in trade with US beefs up New Zealand's exports.
Hopes for $7m to protect Hari Hari from flooding
Managing the Wanganui River is increasingly challenging.
Celebrity stag put down after hikers feed him croissants
Upset residents have blamed tourists for the deterioration in Callum's health.
Power move: $15m for back-up generators in Coromandel
Powerco is spending $14.7m on back-up generators in Coromandel town and Matarangi.
'No warning sign': Farmer fined after stock crossing motorbike crash
A motorbike rider got caught in bungy ropes strung across a public road by sharemilkers.