Far North news in brief: Hospice donation, Lotto win and cat control help
News snippets from across the Far North.
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At 75, most have retired - but it means a new Mangōnui restaurant for 'retired' winemaker
New fine-dining place in Mangōnui to feature award-winning wines made by owner.
Angry Far North ratepayers told to be patient over huge rates rise concerns
Record complaints over Far North's latest rates rises.
Full day of music, food and fun at Bay of Islands’ it! Festival
Bay of Islands it! Festival to deliver top music, food and beverages.
Northland news in brief: Warrant out for anti-mandate campaigner; teachers accept pay offer
The latest news bites from around the region.
'It was like watching a movie': Off-duty lifeguard hailed for dramatic dog rescue
A trip to the beach took a sour turn when a pet dog plunged over a cliff into surf.
Firefighters rescue elderly resident after fire breaks out in bedroom
Fire and Emergency crew advise the public on having predetermined escape plans.
$405,000 in fine, reparation, costs for Far North company over sandboarding tourist's death
Sand Safari tour company sentenced over Te Paki sandboarding death.
Theft in broad daylight leaves an elderly woman distraught
Police are investigating an incident where an elderly woman had her valuables stolen.
Swells of up to 6m expected on Northland's west coast
Hoswers and winds to start easing off later today.
Siblings all graduate at same time
The Whangārei trio were all in the same place at the same time — for their graduation.
Increase in access and dropping prices of meth and cannabis a worry, study finds
Worry over the availability and declining prices of meth and cannabis in Northland.
Popular dive operator avoids prosecution after traumatic school trip
The dive company avoided prosecution over a traumatic Poor Knights school trip.
Room for two: The popular avocado farm hailed for its native mushrooms
Advocate photographer Tania Whyte captures an inside look at the popular growers.
Northland news in brief: Mangawhai bridge, Lotto win, noise annoys and cat control
News snippets from Northland and the surrounds.
Residents outraged at drivers tearing up grounds at Kerikeri Basin Recreation Reserve
Vandals have been tearing up the grounds at a Northland heritage spot, concerning locals.
'A life of service' - 45-year firefighting veteran remembered
Mark Montgomery was a firefighter for the Maungakaramea Fire Station and a family man
Northland tame Tasman in torrential conditions
The Taniwha blew the Mako away in the wet in Whangārei.
Joe Bennett: My building plans were a snow-go
Opinion: The sheer fatigue of building melted away when the stunning snow arrived.
Living your best life possible
OPINION: The first step towards loving life is to love our bodies.
Circumcision clamp a confronting but memorable piece
Gomco Circumcision Clamp was created in 1935
Northland's Bream Bay College wins big at national Showquest final
Judge shared her admiration for the students’ dedication and growth.
Lawyer's ‘bittersweet’ moment winning award
Award recognises Boxall's commitment to Māori and law
News in brief: Woman declared fit to stand trial for murder, motorcyclist hits power pole
The latest news bites from around the region.
Jonny Wilkinson: Where are the parties' disability policies?
OPINION: Let us know if you have any questions for candidates.
Lawyer plans to challenge scallop ban in the High Court
Michael Badham claims many flaws are in the advice used to inform the closure decision.
'Potentially dangerous': MP warns of possible violence on campaign trail
Upcoming election likely to be “a different campaign” because of threats to MPs.
Māori Development Ministry gives hope to couple living in mouldy, run-down home
The couple say a heavy burden has been lifted off their shoulders after a successful hui.
Woman charged with killing two children pleads not guilty
The woman has been held in a mental facility and declared fit to stand trial.
Wildfires too painful to see unfold, says Northland-based Hawaiian
Death toll from Hawaii fires top 100
Teen's death amplifies community anxiety for safety on Northland beach
The situation has become so bad local residents have taken matters into their own hands.
Three winning Lotto tickets sold in Northland
Could you be one of the three lucky Lotto winners in Northland?
How to save on your power bill
More Northlanders need to switch to better power plans, says Powerswitch