Latest from Far North District

'He does have a hole in his soul': Man who caused death of off-duty policewoman sentenced

Gail Shepherd is described as a genuine, straight talker who kept her family together.

Tanks a lot: Mike Butler's water tank project helps whānau in need

The Far North resident, 63, also leads civil defence, festivals and marae work in Moerewa.

Bay News: Schools collaborate for pou project; singers celebrate 60 years

The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.

Health and conservation champions named Kiwibank Local Hero medallists

Orca expert Dr Ingrid Visser and Māori activist Hilda Halkyard-Harawira are among them.

Kaitāia market stall gathering views and questions for 2025 Far North District Council election

Kaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections

News briefs from the Far North: Ngāwhā cell fire; Lifeguard patrols return; Students join run

The latest news bites from around the region.

Missing at sea: Mystery surrounds small boat linked to drug importation ring

The international investigation has seen 10 arrested but a small craft is now missing.

'Born sleeping': How this Kiwi mum marks the loss of her stillborn daughter

Kerikeri mum honours stillborn daughter with annual cafe donations and balloon releases.

Whangārei’s fluoridation fracas flares as deadline nears

The council is required to add fluoride to its water by March 2025.

Sand mining concerns grow as Bream Bay project could be fast-tracked

The fast-track process may hand 'the keys to the coastline' to the sand miner, some fear.

Joe Bennett: A trip to the optometrist

OPINION: Shortly thereafter I ordered my first pair of prescription glasses.

‘This baby is going to be so loved’: Woman's 'super-selfless deed' for couple

Despite complications, Colthurst plans to deliver a healthy baby to the supportive couple.

'Women make great leaders': Uplifting event boosts women’s leadership skills

The Leading Ladies Northland event encouraged women to push aside self-doubt.

Far North Mayor Moko Tepania outlines recovery plans at first state-style address

Mayor Moko Tepania outlines Far North's recovery plans at first state address in Kerikeri.

Hospital workers say patients were transferred because of lift breakdown

The workers dispute Health NZ's statement on the effect of the lift malfunction.

Students inspired at first te reo Māori immersion careers workshop

About 8000 students have been through the Inspiring the Future programme.

'The world is starting to take notice': Māori sporting champs inspiring next generation

Kaitāia boxing world champ Mea Motu part of nine-strong Māori sports stars panel M9

Locals risk speeding tickets to get to hospital as ambulance station closed indefinitely

St John's Kawakawa ambulance station is closed with no timeline for repairs or reopening.