'It's like Mad Max': Locals despair as crime 'out of control', not enough police
'NZ had a reputation as a place in paradise and it’s fading fast.'
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Iconic waterfront road in Bay of Islands' Russell/Kororāreka, to partially close for six-month trial
The benefits of a more pedestrian-friendly environment will be assessed.
Kaitāia’s community voices and music students combine for fundraiser
Fundraiser at Kaitāia’s Te Ahu Centre brings out top local singers and musicians.
'We had always held out hope': Kaipara council axes iwi relationship agreements
One of the canned agreements had been in place for more than 20 years.
A dream come true: Local teens train with football legend
Kamo club youngsters train with Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson.
Eight new Kerikeri social houses open to help meet demand
New Kerikeri Kāinga Ora homes to ease housing crisis
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Some Kiwis still "sleepwalking through life" oblivious to pest problem, says conservationist
A Northland man is urging gardeners to use dead possums for fertiliser.
'Link to the world' Iwi leaders want airport's future finalised and land returned
An MP says a solution can be found ‘that makes everybody happy'.
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'Every day is an adventure' Northland couple love their new life in rural Australia
Some 44,534 New Zealanders left to live in Australia in 2023.
Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Festival season underway in Whangārei - come and check it out
OPINION: We've had a hard couple of years, and now is a great time to celebrate.
Whangārei, Kaitāia and Kaikohe first stops in Mike King's I Am Climate Hope Tour
The tour aims to help youth mental health around climate anxiety.
Locals watch from the beach while NZ/US navies hunt for mines in Tauranga Bay
Far North bay the scene of a joint mine-clearing exercise.
Opinion: Government cracks down on gangs, legislation bans insignia and public gatherings
OPINION: Shane Reti says new legislation is aimed at cracking down on gangs.
'We’re not just beaches and water sports': Hospitality sector preps for foodie celebration
Northland foodies have tough decisions to make during the first Savour Northland event.
Jonny Wilkinson: Funding freeze a recipe for most vulnerable to be decimated
OPINION: The ramifications of the guidelines are as inevitable as they are grave.
Joe Bennett: Embracing life’s little moments of happiness
OPINION: Joe Bennett on the anatomy of a moment.
What's on: Step into springtime these school holidays
Spring is here! So how can you celebrate in Northland? Check out this list.
Opinion: How exercise changes your brain
OPINION: Exercise influences our brain function and mental health.
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Kaipara council keeps political review despite pending Māori ward ruling
Judge yet to rule on legal challenge on whether Māori ward remains in place for election.
Northland's biggest solar farm major boost for regional resilience: Mayors
New Zealand's first battery energy storage site is expected to be in action by late 2026.
Mangamuka repairs: Major piling work ends and pre-Christmas reopening planned
SH1 over the Mangamukas in the Far North is on track for a pre-Christmas opening.
Mea Motu's world boxing title unification bout off but Aussie opponent lined up instead
Champ stays active after boxing world title unification bout postponed.
Far North pensioner delighted after 32 feral cats removed from around her flat
32 feral cats removed from Far North pensioner flats
Lights, camera, action! Far North's next generation of film-makers show their work
Te Hiku School Film Festival showcases Far North student movies.
Courses and talk encourage women to improve water confidence and safety
Women are being empowered to do more than just tag along in powerboating and sailing.
Creativity bursts out of Far North youth art competition
Young Far North artists create colourful images of our place for council competition.
Kevin Page: Shopping with Mrs P
OPINION: Car cricket is a good way to pass the time.
News briefs from the Far North - new parking fines, copper theft and man in hospital after taking psychedelics
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