Here come the sunflowers - Waitangi Kindergarten's blooms outshine all others
Giant sunflowers grown by Waitangi Kindergarten kids earn them regional honours.
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Kaitāia police missing out on community interaction
OPINION: Peter Jackson bemoans the changes in officialdom that alter NYE celebrations.
Far North woman has growing business 18 years after being unable to find eco-friendly coffin for dad
It hasn't been an easy journey for the company.
Far North duo to head Northland Inc board
Far North's Suzanne Duncan and Mark Osborne to head regional development agency board.
News briefs from the Far North: Treaty Grounds bomb threat; baby among road deaths; and shellfish warning
News snippets from the Far North.
Family of cousins killed in UTV accident overwhelmed by public support
The boys died after a vehicle they were on struck a boulder and fell into a waterhole.
The upcoming Brynderwyns closure will cost about $200 extra for each truck trip
The extra costs for taking the detour will have to be passed on, truck drivers say.
'Deeply impacted whānau': Council to improve road after two young cousins die
After deaths of two cousins in Far North swimming hole, council to make road safer.
Rain stays away, but Northland's Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular a happy wet event
Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular draws crowds to Far North coastal settlement.
6-month-old baby dies in hospital following crash in Waima, Far North
The recent fatality in Northland this year brings the holiday road toll to 19.
Inside the vibrant world of Kerikeri artist Erika Pearce
Street artist Erika Pearce takes inspiration from the colourful world around her.
Overwhelmed animal rescue groups want mandatory desexing
Far North animal rescue groups see a huge problem of neglected, unwanted dogs
Favourable weather conditions here to stay for now in Northland
Settled weather offers a 'good opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities these holidays'.
Short story competition: Northland Year 7 and 8 entries impress judges
Teachers and students worked together on the entries.
Crime, bad road behaviour among key concerns for North's communities over summer
Burnouts, alcoho and roaming dogs are some of the things locals are worried about.
151st Waipū Highland Games: A grand success after massive turnout
The Highland Games are traditionally regarded as one of Scotland’s oldest traditions.
Golfer could make international final at famous Scottish course
Whangārei's Neil Davidson has shot at world nine-hole golf final in Scotland.
Grub's up: Northland food caravans offer a myriad of quality street food
Northland is home to many food caravans. Reporter Jenny Ling uncovers the top five.
Fears proposed highway service centre will hurt 'every business' in Waipū
The proposed mega development includes a BP service station, shops and restaurants.
Short story competition: Northland students entries impress judges
The winning entries had the judges hooked.
New Year Honour recognises the '17yo farm boy from Marua' who became a table tennis great
James Morris, 71, has been made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Joe Bennett: Catching the bus was quite a revelation
OPINION: The joy of public transportation.
Granddaughter of late Sir James Hēnare says serving Māori community 'a privilege'
Rowena Tana, 63, has received a QSM for services to the Māori community.
Two missing after quad bike rolls into swimming hole
Four people made it out of swollen stream but search ongoing for missing pair.
One dead, another seriously injured in Far North crash
Tragedy brings the holiday road toll to 11.
Northland New Year's weather: What to expect this weekend
“Keep an eye out for severe weather forecasts if you plan to travel today and on Sunday."
Increasing toxic agal blooms could be linked to extreme weather events
People were being warned to not eat shellfish from some areas.
Brynderwyns closure no worries for future-focused seagliders
The sailing, foiling, flying seagliders promise fast and efficient transport.
Delays expected after crash on SH1
The crash was north of Kauri, near Salesyards Rd.
Kaitaia woman's food mission to feed the hungry
'Any warm meal made with kindness is all that matters.'
Northland 'shy carrot’s' page views land it in Trade Me's top 10 items
The sheepish vege is among other food items which made the list.
Search continues for missing diver in Far North
"Our thoughts are with the family of the missing diver during this difficult time."
Agreement to help save Northland’s largest lake
Agreement should help restore Lake Ōmāpere's life force.
Holiday deaths in Far North sees police issue plea for more care
Far North holiday road and water deaths spark safety plea from police.