Water tragedy: People warned to stick to lockdown rules after freediver dies
There are hints police water patrols may be revived if the lockdown is extended.
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'Incredibly disappointing': Mask-refuser in court after allegedly coughing on, assaulting police
Couple allegedly refused to wear masks at a Kaitaia petrol station.
Kaitaia Markets' new bins a success
Kaitaia Markets' new bins reduce waste by 75 per cent
Nominate a local legend for this year's NZer of the Year
Nominations closing soon for 2022 New Zealander of the Year Awards.
Kaipara Mayor to Govt: Don't drop our alert level
Only matter of time Delta variant is in Northland - Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith
Covid 19 vaccinations in Northland today only for those who have already booked
Northlanders wanting Covid 19 jabs today will be turned away unless they have booked.
Photos: Student businesses shine at YES Trade Fair
Surf school, letterbox light and mosquito repellent the big winners at Kerikeri event.
Far North lawyer retires after epic 50-year career
Kaitaia's Russell Manning is retiring after a 50-year law career
Editorial: Northlanders and our roads have been neglected for too long
We in Northland are sick of being political pawns
Rawene celebrates as ex-NorthTec campus reborn as community education centre
Saturday's reopening the result of a 20-year campaign by tireless locals.
Curtains draw on Northland legend this Friday
This Friday marks the end of an era for NZ's 181-year-old newspaper publishing tradition
Far North council shelves controversial SNA plan
FNDC has decided to scrap the controversial SNA maps from its District Plan
$11m to help overcrowded Northland schools
Ruakākā School will get two new classrooms; $7m goes to Kamo High School.
The best of local arts, crafts and food on display in Kaitaia
Kaitaia's Te Ahu Centre was packed out for a Far North arts showcase.
Kaitaia and Kerikeri now official 'hubs' for students
No more travelling to Whangarei to study for Mid and Far North learners.
Ngāpuhi Northland Age editor excited about homecoming and new role
Myjanne Jensen is looking forward to her new role as editor of the Northland Age.
A close encounter of the avian kind
Jody hunter has seen plenty of tūī before - but not this close...
Queen's birthday honour a community effort, says Noma
Kawakawa resident Noma Shepherd has been made ONZM for services to the community.
Queen's Birthday Honours: Northlanders honoured for their service to the community
Northlanders recognised for service to the community in Queen's Birthday Honours.
Whānau of late Kaitaia man poorly treated by police receive apology
Northland's top cop acknowledged the distress police shortcomings created for the family.
Is this NZ's saddest school lunch?
Despite one issue, Kaitaia principal said students are eating well and wanting more.
A couple of Old Guns call it quits
Opening day won't be quite the same for the Hilton-Jones mob next year.
Kaitaia CBD revamp starts next week
The $7m PGF-funded project includes upgrades in Ahipara and Awanui.
Opinion, Ann Court: Infrastructure wins and challenges
It is time to have a conversation about how we support our communities as they grow.
Joint effort to fix Taipā wastewater problems
Agreement to work together for best sewage solution ends long-running court action.
High-flying experience for Bay College students
The kids of form 9R had a memorable start to their week.
Bach destroyed in another arson at Ahipara
High tide meant firefighters had to use a 4WD ute to reach the blaze.
Snapper Bonanza prizegiving: The $32,000 fish in pictures
Dickson Hohaia came all the way from South Taranaki to bag the winning snapper.
No let-up in water restrictions for Kaitaia - yet
Water restrictions lifted in Kawakawa-Moerewa and Kaikohe-Ngāwhā thanks to February rain.
Tough conditions no match for $30,000 winner
Winner Dickson Hohaia says he'll display his fish in his hallway for the rest of his life.
Topic of FNDC 'mega-consultation': Just about everything
Far North council consulting on four big plans, looking ahead up to 80 years, all at once.
Public urged to have a say on Whangaroa scallop rāhui
Fisheries NZ is calling for submissions on the scallop-harvesting ban in Whangaroa.
Cup win a boost for Northland's future sailing champions - sailing veterans
Sailing veterans say sport needs to seize chance to get more youth, girls, Māori on board.
Bay of Islands pest-free project a lifeline for national icon
Project aims to protect kiwi by wiping out pests on 7600ha Purerua Peninsula.