Far North news
On The Up: Youth gym transforms lives, offers more than just exercise
The Hua Rangatahi gym started as a small gym in a Kaitaia plaza.
'Planting a future': Whānau unite for river restoration project
Whānau from across Aotearoa planted over 3000 trees along the Wairoa River.
‘Heart and soul’: Miss NZ finalist champions mental health journey
Jade Clifford, 28, is both a nursing student and Miss NZ finalist.
Raiders edge Dragons in tight West Coast battle, remain undefeated
The West Coast Raiders edged the Orowhana Dragons 22-18, thanks to a Juan Yates hat-trick.
Parking system flaws frustrate drivers in popular Northland seaside town
Peter Escher received multiple $85 notices for driving through a Paihia carpark.
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An epic, wild 218 days: Meet the family of six who walked the length of NZ
An inspiring, astonishing adventure, including being mistaken for missing Marokopa family.
Editorial: Now build it and watch Northland grow
OPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.
Revealed: The three regions where some Sky viewers need extra help, possible new dishes for satellite switch
Sky TV outlines what customers need to do ahead of satellite switchover in mid-April.
Waitangi: Marama Davidson and Chris Hipkins in the limelight - Simon Wilson
OPINION: Grins all round at Waitangi, at least for now.
Working Justice systems behind Northland's drop in ram raids
80 per cent of the ram raids were committed by young people aged 10 to 17.
Long waits for mental health help can be catastrophic for Northland youth
Northland children are waiting 50 per cent longer than adults for mental health services.
Sabbatical leave crucial for setting up rural mobile clinic in Far North
More than half of the clinic's Kawakawa patients had been waiting more than 10 months.
From teaching to the skies: Kaitāia teacher graduates as RNZAF officer
Flying Officer Conaglen was inspired to join the RNZAF after her Nana's passing.
Far North council ordered to pay ex-CEO $210k in dispute
The council must pay over $210,000 to former chief executive Blair King.
Blueprint for the future: Kerikeri's new strategic growth plan adopted
The council adopted Te Pātukurea to guide growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa.
'No benefit': Dentist challenges fluoride use in water debate
Residents in the Far North are debating water fluoridation in Kerikeri and Kaitāia.
Far North news briefs: NRC rates to increase, build your digital knowledge
News snippets from the Far North.
'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealed
Former principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.
Council promises permanent fix for dangerous Kerikeri crossing
A permanent fix for Kerikeri Rd's crossing is planned for next month.
Car news and advice
BMW M5 review: excess express
BMW's M5 combines technology and pure brute force, but with a truly luxurious overlay.
Leapmotor announces smaller B10 for New Zealand
The Leapmotor B10 will be joining its larger C10 sibling here before the end of the year.
NZ new-vehicle sales June: Government Investment Boost sparks sales bounceback (including a BEV boom)
Numbers are up, and EVs had their best month since the Clean Car Discount.
OneRoof property news
‘Eight weddings and a funeral’ - School turned into giant family home
Couple needed a large space for their blended family but now it's time to sell.
Gruesome saw death comes up during sale of ‘munted’ cottage
Previous owner died in horrible circumstances, but buyer didn't seem to mind.
Tony Alexander: Supply and demand 101 - buyers to reign supreme until 2026
Survey of agents suggests prices face downward pressure.
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'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealed
Former principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.
Council promises permanent fix for dangerous Kerikeri crossing
A permanent fix for Kerikeri Rd's crossing is planned for next month.
Gone without a trace: Northland's stolen cabin problem
Most thefts were in Kaikohe and Whangārei, with five in Kaikohe.
Far north news in brief: Far North pet registrations, angling boosts economy
News snippets from the Far North.
Council confirms fluoride systems for Kerikeri and Kaitāia water supplies
The Director-General of Health ordered Far North District Council to install the systems.
Cancer survivor raises $13k with 1100km ride for hospice care
Matiu Taingahue completed a 1100km bike ride across New Zealand for charity.
Three bidders confirmed for Northland Expressway PPP
Initial construction work on the next section is set to begin by the end of next year.
'I wouldn't wish it on anyone': Why are victims having to wait until 2027 for justice?
Nine homicide cases this year have added to the delays in the High Court at Whangārei.
Far North news in brief: National average rent drops, Far North Council hosts Kerikeri mini-expo
News snippets from the Far North.
Environment Court approves 115-lot rural subdivision near Kerikeri
Neil Construction's development covers 68 hectares of Kerikeri's rural fringe land
On The Up: 'Proud of him': Teen's netball journey from umpire to player
Mahuta Haunui-Tipene will represent NZ in an U17 netball tournament in Melbourne.
'A lot of tears': Concerns over changes to post-mortem examinations
Health NZ plans for autopsies to remain in Whangārei, with a two-year contract extension.
Rural news
Opinion: Are we there yet? The evolution of the great Kiwi Road Trip
Opinion: In holiday road trips of old, getting lost wasn’t a mistake-it was an adventure.
Worm woes: Tackling sheep parasites in the 1890s
"I was surprised to see such a number of unhealthy sheep on such excellent grass".
Vege tips: Why you should keep a gardening diary
OPINION: Computers are all good but there's something more tactile about a physical diary.