Sheer grit in the gorge
An exclusive tour of the SH1 repair works at Mangamuka reveals the extent of the damage.
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Late night confrontation with cows on road shocks in the Far North
With mum and daughter in car, 15 cows on SH1 after dark made for a close call.
Sign language learning takes off in Te Hiku
More people are developing an awareness and respect for NZSL as a valid language.
Ute winner plans to pay off expenses after selling it
Success in a television gameshow has provided a Kaitāia teacher an awesome opportunity.
Far North mum keeps the whānau fed, despite financial constraints
Shantelle Puru's careful budget faced ruin when $50 was lost in the supermarket carpark.
Kaitāia hosts national conference for business and professional women
The 2023 BPW National Conference was hosted in Kaitāia over the weekend.
Kaitāia Community Airport group want airport lease
The airport working group say they have what it takes to manage Kaitāia Airport.
Woman who stabbed man in self-defence sentenced
The Northland woman picked up a knife after being concerned for her safety.
Sour end to Anzac Day commemorations in Kaitāia
A number of wreaths were found scattered around main street of Kaitaia on Thursday
Questions remain over lease renewal for Kaitāia Airport
Debate over who the rightful owner of the land is has brought the process to a standstill.
“Start of the future” at Far North fitness hub
A long-awaited upgrade is within sight for Far North swimmers.
Kaitāia locals take up fight to save community mural
Artist Jen Gay says the mosaic mural has cultural significance for Kaitāia.
Local artist launches campaign to save near 30-year-old Kaitāia mosaic mural
Jen Gay says many people are attached to the mosaic mural on Kaitāia's Commerce St.
School jazz band wins coveted trophy
The Jazz Waka Group returned from the nationals with two major wins.
Fatal hit-and-run victim was highly respected kaumātua
Billy Pomare has been named as the victim of a hit-and-run in Kaitāia.
Solar power: One Kaitāia family's markedly different experience of Cyclone Gabrielle
Growth in residential solar continues as power outages spur more to consider alternatives.
The 2023 Kaitaia College rugby league team is the first in years to make it to the grand final
The close grand final has inspired the boys to take on next year's tournament.
'Chaotic': Man shattered glass bottle on partners head, lunged at her with knife
The man has a drug addiction which the judge believed was linked to his offending.
GP crisis at Kaitaia rest home averted — at least for now
A brand-new GP clinic in Maungatapere has come to the rescue of Kaitāia's only rest home.
Kaitaia teens to represent Northland in high jump as part of North Island athletics comp
The Abundant Life School students are only two of three Northland athletes at the comp
'One of the best experiences of my schooling life': Kaitāia student on dancing at Polyfest
Dance lovers can soon watch a Kaitāia College first, as senior class takes Polyfest stage.
Kaitāia’s GP crisis deepens as medical practice pulls out of town’s only rest home
GP shortage leaves 55 elderly Switzer Home residents without access to medical care.
News snippets from the Far North - climate strike, cyclone support and blood donors wanted
News briefs from the Far North.
Doubtless Bay residents told to stop dumping rubbish
'We all need to take responsibility for what’s going on here.'
Inaugural Far North music festival to be held at Lake Ngātu on Friday
The new Lakeside Vibes music festival will feature a range of local bands and musicians.
Don't sweat plastic waste and chemicals; go for more shade and homemade
If false SPF claims, wasteful plastic packaging and chemicals concern you, read on.
Kaitaia boxer Mea Motu is new WBC Asia Super bantamweight champion
Northland boxer Mea Motu claims first international title in Dubai.
Kaitāia turns out in force for Black Ferns hero's homecoming
Large crowd turns out for newly crowned Women's Rugby World Cup champion Krystal Murray
Opinion: SEA CHANGE's Jane Banfield has a wero for new mayor
Jane Banfield hopes the new mayor will provide genuine partnership opportunities.
'Peace' carving vandalism condemned by Far North leaders
Vandalism at Kaitāia cultural gateway is now under police investigation.
Water wait: Kaitāia water project pushed out to November
Kaitāia residents hoping to drink water from the Sweetwater supply will have to wait.
Hands-on science camp thrills Te Hiku tamariki
Geo Noho camp inspires with its blend of Western science, mātauranga Māori and more
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.