Transitional and long-term housing in Far North at breaking point
Motels filling up, housing needs revisit, says local housing provider
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Awesome discoveries abound; just look around
A geologist weighs in on a Far North man's fascinating find near a crater on his farm.
Herekino man hears the first call of the Shining Cuckoo
Shining Cuckoo heard in Herekino last week
Children refuse to eat school lunches, despite push from government
They're making lunches too complicated says one Far North school mum
Local catering legend serves up kai course at Far North REAP
Far North REAP's fastest-filling adult education course to begin a new session next week
Body on road closes Northland highway
"Enquiries are being made into the circumstances of the death," police say.
Hands-on science camp thrills Te Hiku tamariki
Geo Noho camp inspires with its blend of Western science, mātauranga Māori and more
Far North man's foresight and initiative shine during storm
One man's proactive support of emergency health services "a relief" during recent flood.
Where to go for urgent care when Rawene after-hours clinic shuts
Hokianga residents asked to have plan in place in case they need after-hours care.
Call for new highway around slip-plagued Mangamukas
Would a new highway around the Mangamukas fix the problem? Or a tunnel underneath?
Used toilet paper, smelly water flows through Kaitaia street
Sewage manhole continues to overflow on Far North road.
73-year-old sickly Ahipara man says he doesn't expect to see his property again
Gary Lowe said he'd given up trying to get help from police.
Have you seen wanted man, Denver Kidd?
Police call for public support in finding 32-year-old wanted man.
Flood plan saves Kaitāia and Awanui but rural locals hit hardest
Kaitāia and Awanui 'saved' by flood scheme, says Northland Regional Council.
New T-Shirt an open tribute to Mangamuka Gorge
Far North clothing company prints Mangamuka Gorge apparel
Worst-case scenario for the closed Mangamuka Gorge
Expect long delays for repair work to Mangamuka Gorge says Waka Kotahi.
How Tai Tokerau Timebank has created optimism, community, financial freedom
One TimeBank user is now trading for things she previously couldn't afford to buy.
Wanted: Have you seen these two men?
Kaitaia Police appeal for public's help in tracking down pair who missed court dates.
Far North election line-up confirmed
Check of candidate nominations means three have been ruled ineligible to contest vote.
Kaitaia College's Jazz Waka receive bronze in 2022 KBB Music Festival
The Kaitaia College jazz ensemble is considering international opportunities.
Wilding pines could be gone in 10 years
New funding to tackle Far North wilding pine problem
TRL hailed as one of best models for league in NZ
Taitokerau supporters double down on calls to scrap outdated NZRL zoning system.
'Historic' occasion for Far North league as Waipapakauri Bombers defeat Otāngārei Knights in grand final
TRL grand final draws huge crowd at Waipapakauri Domain at the weekend.
Awanui defeat Eastern United in tit-for-tat grand final
Awanui's assistant coach says the Mangonui grand final was their best game of the season.
Teen harpist Sascha Peck performs in front of crowd of 6000
Teen harpist Sascha Peck from Whangārei performed for a crowd of 6000 people at a University of Auckland graduation ceremony. Video / University of Auckland Waipapa Taumata Rau
BOI businessman and pilot to stand for Far North mayor
Joshua Riley says he is part of a growing group of people who are fed up with FNDC.
Changes to the Claud Switzer Trust Board
Two Kaitaia stalwarts to retire from the Far North's only rest home.
Far North residents ask what happens in emergency without AM transmitter
Locals say they're worried about not receiving emergency messages
Kaitaia Walk/Run turns 21, adds half-marathon and entertainment
Rain failed to dampen participation, while fuel costs may have put the brakes on for some.
Longest-surviving line dance club north of Auckland bids farewell
A bittersweet look at the Far North Foot Fiddlers' nearly-three-decade-long journey.
'It's not feasible for other operators to open' says Kerikeri Aged Care director
The aged care sector crisis bubbles on, despite pleas to government for change.
FNDC candidates urged to complete nominations
FNDC urges potential candidates to get in quick before Friday's deadline.
Children aged as young as 12 and 13 allegedly addicted to vaping
Calls for action on school-aged children vaping.
Series of cultural gateways unveiled as part of wider Te Hiku beautification project
New cultural gateways for Ahiparapara and Kaitaia