Kaitāia man puts business into voluntary liquidation after eight-week hospital stay
A Givealittle page has been set up to help pay the bills after the business went under.
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Tribute to Kaitāia pharmacist and businessman Eric Shackleton
Kaitāia's Eric Shackleton - a lovely man who was proud of his community
‘Insanely cheap and healthy food’: No regrets for couple who moved to Aussie
Northland couple have no regrets about moving to Australia.
News in brief: Waipū Santa Parade back on Christmas Eve
The latest news bites from around the region.
Awanui Day hopefully precursor to national beauty awards for the town
"It's a great way for the community to come together and show off the town."
'Our roads need more attention': Leaders back petition calling for state highway improvements
Road maintenance should be the 'number one priority'.
After 48 hours of wild weather, what to expect next
Warmer temperatures are expected in the next few days.
Northland man to deliver a 500-plus strong petition calling for tougher dog control
Despite an injured leg from a dog attack, a man will walk 113km to deliver petition.
Electricity from Kaitāia solar farm to power big-box retailers
Kaitāia's massive solar farm will provide electricity to a national retail giant.
Gym members take on Aussies at Gold Coast Turf Games
'I can’t fathom how well we’ve done.'
Wild weather easing but risk of flooding and slips remains
More than 4000 homes are still without power in the Far North
News in brief: Warning over polystyrene at beaches; drought support
The latest news bites from around the region.
Secure your trampolines: Wild weather lashes Northland
Northlanders should batten down the hatches on Sunday afternoon due to wild weather.
'He stood strong' Northlander praised for performance during RWC final
It wasn't the desired outcome, but Northland should be proud of the World Cup final.
Strong Tai Tokerau representation to feature in national kapa haka competition
Te Mana Kuratahi National Primary School Kapa Haka Competition kicks off next Monday.
Carolyn Hansen: Living better for longer
OPINION: Extra quality years can be had just by turning on self-healing processes.
Opinion: It’s Halloween, what kind of scary political line-up will be delivered?
Be afraid, be very afraid.
'Dangerous' and 'scary': Life as a rough sleeper under a bridge
'Rats will crawl over you, confront you.'
Our Treasures: Learn all about our past with the Te Tai Tōkerau ‘Paint by Numbers’ Geological Map Project
The map sequence is a visual journey.
Joe Bennett: Here we go, it’s bird-in-the-garage time
This time of the year there are young birds about.
'We want to stay hopeful' Whānau of missing diver not giving up
'A beautiful soul who was hardworking and helped anyone who needed it.'
Surface flooding, slips and 6m swells possible as wild weather approaches
The predicted weather may cause surface flooding, slips and damage to unsecured structures
Marsden Cove business owners raise safety concerns after alleged aggravated robbery
Police say they have no tolerance for those causing harm in Northland communities.
Two Kaipara coast campgrounds need new managers
Many memories have been made at beach campgrounds over the years.
From zero to 100: How to avoid injuries this summer, according to experts
A Northland physio and personal trainer offer tips on preventing injuries this summer.
'One Tear Too Many': Kaitāia road safety mural carries strong message
Kaitāia's 'one too many tears' road safety mural has been unveiled.
Northland news in brief: Roading projects under way, freshwater feedback and rabbits sought
The latest news bites from around the region.
Whānau of Māori Battalion members to get wartime medals at Waitangi
The Māori Battalion Theatre of War and Battle Honours Flag will be rested.
Kaitāia lawyer, and great man, Clive Patterson remembered
Much-loved Kaitāia icon Clive Patterson passes away.
100 years since opening of rail line celebrated at Ōkaihau
The Ōkaihau rail branch is all set to celebrate its centenary.
Huge medal return for Kaitāia waka ama youth at transtasman comp
151 medals for Kaitāia waka ama teams in Australia
Silver Festival expected to draw more than 1000 people
The festival celebrates the district’s 20,500 people who are aged 65 and over.
Huge wake-up call: Mum helping others after breast cancer diagnosis
'We're so busy we stop listening to our bodies.'
News in brief: Tickets on sale for fireworks spectacular
The latest news bites from around the region.