Robert Webb thanks public for $43K in donations to keep the centre alive
We didn’t really expect this overwhelming sort of support from the public.
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Whangape Harbour scrub fire treated as suspicious, firefighter says
The scrub fire decimated 50ha of vegetation.
New $7.5m emergency response hub for region
The new centre will be a Northland first.
New Kaitāia after-hours mental health service starts
Kaitāia's Rākau Ora after-hours mental health service opens its doors.
Northland news briefs - three Lotto wins, Ngāpuhi hapū meeting and roading contract goes to market
News snippets from Northland.
Work progressing on Far North reservoir
The Kerikeri reservoir is set to to free up more land for horticulture.
Culture on display at Te Tai Tokerau Maranga Mai e te Iwi senior kapa haka regionals
The Maranga Mai e te Iwi Senior Kapa Haka Regionals went off without a hitch on Saturday.
Generous Northlanders dig deep for Relay for Life
More than $120k raised from Whangārei Relay for Life.
Poor parking at Mangawhai Heads carpark targeted at Easter
Mangawhai Heads car park behaviour sees Easter parking officer patrols
Helicopters tackle large fire at Whangape Harbour in Far North
Battling the remote fire is complicated by the fact there is no road access.
All creatures great and small - the life of a rural vet
In the end, it’s your family who pay the price.
Joe Bennett: Why the dishwasher has become the bane of my life
The device is advertised, of course, as labour-saving, but how much labour does it save?
News in brief: Three stores caught in liquor sting
The latest news bites from around the region.
Carolyn Hansen: The attitude of gratitude
Thankfulness, mindfulness and kindness are all related.
Bay of Islands outlets accused of selling alcohol to minors
Police say no one checked the ID of 17-year-olds.
Dean Candy and Oromāhue Trust named regional supreme winner in environment awards
Oromahoe Trust, managed by Dean Candy, wins 2024 regional farming award
News in brief: Lotto luck; bridge roadworks happening
The latest news bites from around the region.
Lani Daniels Supreme Award winner at Northland Sports Awards
Northland's sporting stars recognised at Northland Sports Awards
Kaitāia GP taking legal action against council over ‘huge loss’ on occupied land sale
Council defends buying occupied Far North section for reserve.
More than 3500 eels found dead in stream: Second mass death this year
It was a shock to see so many elvers dead.
John Williamson: Wombat crossings aren't just a lick of paint as Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown suggests
Cost can be an issue but the speed reduction and pedestrian safety benefits are obvious.
News in brief: Oral health workforce shortage addressed
The latest news bites from around the region.
He Taura programme brings better outcomes for Far North youth
Three initiatives by young people accepted by Whatu Ora.
Kaitāia’s CCTV system stamping out crime and anti-social behaviour
The network was all about protecting the community and preventing crimes.
Batik art and needle felting training at Kaitāia’s AnoAno
Kaitāia’s AnoAno centre giving lessons on batik art and needle felting.
News briefs from the Far North - trades popular, Lions diamond jubilee and rugby club meeting
News snippets from the Far North
Retirement village's plans for affordable rental housing
Kerikeri Retirement village has scaled back plans to build 200 units in Kerikeri.
Alleged Kerikeri liquor store robbers caught within minutes
Quick action from Kerikeri police catches alleged thieves.
News in brief: Partygoer hospitalised after fight breaks out; liquor store robbery foiled
The latest news bites from around the region.
One dead after pedestrian hit by car in Northland
The pedestrian sadly died at the scene.
'Frightened the living daylights out of us': Elderly couple's close call on Brynderwyns detour
'A fraction later it may have been a head-on crash'. Truck nearly crashes into car.
Disused school bought on a whim for $125k goes to auction with low reserve
The former Towai School in Hikurangi closed its doors for the last time in 2004.
News briefs from the Far North - top showjumping return, Kerikeri roadworks and dancing for funds
News snippets from the Far North.
Kaitāia man gets nuclear test medal after 67-year wait
The Far North's Russell Hockley finally gets his King Charles III Nuclear Medal.