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Te Kokonga - new six-bed sub-acute mental health unit at Kaitaia Hospital opens
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Composting key to waste reduction, food security
Free workshops from a Kaitāia social enterprise are bringing composting knowledge home.
Plan for 16 pou whenua along Far North coast sees sixth carving unveiled
A historic name has been resurrected in the Far North with the Waitahapāua pou whenua.
Fixing main street - move to legally force owners of shabby buildings to sharpen up
The owner of an earmarked building told the Age he will bring his building up to standard.
‘Sting’ in the tail sees PGF projects needing ratepayer cash
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Sheer grit in the gorge
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Late night confrontation with cows on road shocks in the Far North
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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
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Far North mum keeps the whānau fed, despite financial constraints
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Kaitāia hosts national conference for business and professional women
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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
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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
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Kaitāia locals take up fight to save community mural
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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
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The 2023 Kaitaia College rugby league team is the first in years to make it to the grand final
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Kaitaia teens to represent Northland in high jump as part of North Island athletics comp
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Dance lovers can soon watch a Kaitāia College first, as senior class takes Polyfest stage.