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Far North students connect to te ao Māori and learn essential life skills
Students learning life skills in the Far North.
Civil Aviation Authority to inquire into Northland helicopter crash
Civil Aviation Authority plans to understand what 'exactly' happened and why.
Youths arrested over Far North car-thefts - police thank public for their help
Far North car-theft sprees ended with arrest of four youths
Youths who threatened shop staff following aggravated robbery in Northland, arrested
Speedy Police response locks in four arrests.
Principals happy lunch in schools continuing, but some questions remain
The programme will continue for the next two years on a tighter budget.
New future beckons for idyllic Aroha Island
Ngā Kaitiaki o Motu Aroha Charitable Trust has been established to help the island thrive.
Ruawai firefighter opens up on attending ‘horrifying’ fatal crashes in Northland
"Speed is the biggest contributor to most fatal crashes."
Final farewell for Northland rugby legend 'Super Sid' Going
One of New Zealand's greatest ever rugby players, Sid Going, has died aged 80.
Cause of Whangārei house fire being investigated
Fire badly damages Hikurangi, Whangārei home.
Art on tour as Northland Vintage Car Club’s annual motorcycle rally hits the road
70-plus on Northland Vintage Car Club’s annual motorcycle rally
'Save my dad': Daughter's mission to raise $130k for incurable blood cancer
“Please help save my dad,” appeals the youngest daughter Tayla Bennett.
Carolyn Hansen: Your mind and your weight
Creating a healthy weight-loss mindset is key.
Joe Bennett: I unscrew the cap and immediately I am back in a dressing shed before a rugby match
Opinion: Excuse me while I reminisce.
News in brief: Whangārei Hospital baby unit moving and changing name; Choral music festival
The latest news bites from around the region.
ECE centre closing after 50 years show more funding needed, teachers say
Staff have said Government funding doesn't cut it when centres have qualified staff.
Teen taken into custody after numerous car break-ins reported in Northland
"Our message ... is simple. You will be held to account.”
Slips and broken bridges continue to keep eastern Te Paki tracks closed
Ngāti Kuri is mulling over alternatives to the extensively damaged waterfront walkways.
News in brief: Free Youth Week bus rides, Debut Latin American Festival
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Ignorance is not an excuse' Northland man fronts up over alleged illegal fishing
Fisherman explains how he came to be fishing in a protected marine reserve.
News in brief: Barrier Air’s new service open for bookings, road closure in Otaika
The latest news bites from around the region.
Te Iwitahi civic centre has been honoured for a “strong tikanga Māori narrative”
Whangārei’s civic centre and other architectural marvels win at awards
A supportive school and real-world experience key to thriving, new teacher says
An ERO report on Monday revealed half of new teachers feel unprepared for the classroom.
Opening date set for Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Hub and new town square
The hub is expected to be a tremendous asset for the community.
News briefs from the Far North - Building consent success, LTP submissions and writing grants
News snippets from the Far North.
John Williamson: Inspiring rangatahi to be safer drivers is a good idea
OPINION: The driver licence space in Northland has now got some real community ownership.
Pedestrian dies in Russell after being struck by vehicle
A pedestrian died after being struck on Russell Whakapara Rd.
'Sick to our stomachs' Dive companies shocked by alleged illegal fishing in Poor Knights Islands marine reserve
The Poor Knights Marine Reserve is a sanctuary for marine life.
Whangārei house fire considered suspicious, says fire investigator
Locals are used to the derelict home being set alight.
New kina regulations likely after Far North meeting
Far North meeting shows depth of concern over kina barrens, says Fisheries Minister.
Celebrating 135 years of education at Waimamaku
Far North town of Waimamaku celebrates its schooling.
60 vintage motorcycles participating in this year's rally
No two rallies are ever the same.
Doctors warn: Human health risks from proposed $730m Kaipara waste-to-energy plant
Health concerns included toxins such as dioxins, heavy metals and gases.
‘No other region would put up with this crap’: Frustration mounts over prolonged Brynderwyns closure
Calls for compensation as frustration grows.