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Homecoming for Far North tenor on NZ Youth Choir tour
NZ Youth Choir gives Far North tenor chance to perform close to home
Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular rocks Far North holiday spot
Far North's unique Tractor Spectacular motors into bay
Umbrellas and tartan out in force at 152nd Waipu Highland Games
The event went ahead despite bouts of heavy rain — and crowds were pumping.
Thieves fleece visiting charity food growing group twice in 10 days
Thieves have hampered the efforts of a charity food growing initiative visiting Northland
Markets, hikes, home crafts: What's there to do over the holidays?
If you think there's nothing to do in Northland - think again.
'Every day is a beautiful day': Mum on journey with miracle babies
Northland mum celebrates her 'miracle babies' after overcoming premature birth challenges.
Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route
Far North residents celebrate as Mangamuka Gorge reopens, ending costly detours.
Rāhui in place after man found dead on Far North beach
Hapū have imposed a rahui near Mitimiti Beach after a man's body was found there
'Naughty judge': Chaos erupts in court as violent offender jailed
Judge addresses supporters: 'How am I the only one who’s angry about this?'
Air NZ drops several Northland flights, raising connectivity concerns
Air NZ cuts flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei, raising concerns over Northland's economy.
Northland's greatest rugby players immortalised
The Northland Rugby Union is auctioning 30 framed jerseys to celebrate 100 years of rugby.
Soulful family band The Petersens set for Whangārei, Kerikeri shows
The Petersens will be performing in Kerikeri and Whangārei next year
Grief affects half of Kiwis, study reveals
‘Grief needs to be recognised’, says Katrina King; many rely on untrained friends.
Kaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement notice
The Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project.
Farmstrong launches toolkit to support farmers post-Cyclone Gabrielle
Getting Through toolkit to support farmers recovering from the cyclone.
Kaitāia’s Garden Safari delights visitors, boosts RDA funding
Kaitāia Garden Safari raises nearly $11,000 for Riding for the Disabled.
Aunty Kath: Kiwi Ferns legend remembered for her selfless dedication
Hundreds farewell Kathleen Wharton; NRLW star remembered for her community impact.
Kaitāia market stall gathering views and questions for 2025 Far North District Council election
Kaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections
Spooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym club
A spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.
'The world is starting to take notice': Māori sporting champs inspiring next generation
Kaitāia boxing world champ Mea Motu part of nine-strong Māori sports stars panel M9
190-year-old Te Waimate Mission Station hosting creative Sunday
Far North's Te Waimate Mission Station to hold creative day
Two Northland vets part of Voluntary Bonding Scheme to work in rural practices
The scheme supports graduate vets working in rural practices.
Kerikeri Street Party set to finish half-marathon event in style
Thousands expected to let their hair down post-race.
News briefs from the Far North: Big rescue helicopter donation, Whānau as Leaders for Whānau event, and warm October
News snippets from the Far North.
Spring spruce-up for Kaitāia to welcome summer visitors after Mangamuka reopens
Kaitāia gearing up for big town spring clean for state highway reopening.
Bowel cancers detected at early stage in successful Te Tai Tokerau Bowel Screening Programme
Te Tai Tokerau Bowel Screening Programme saving lives with 89 cancer cases detected
Kiwi Christmas Books wants Northlanders to donate new books for region's kids
The charity has three Northland stores collecting books this festive season.
Beautiful Bay of Islands backdrop for Graeme Dingle Foundation's Drop For Youth skydive
The Far North's Courtney Keenan does a skydive for the Graeme Dingle Foundation.
Far North lines team from Top Energy best in the country
Top award for Top Energy lines team
Big turnout to Far North historic site Edmonds Ruins on open day
400 at Edmonds Ruins open day show interest in historic sites still there
Far North pensioner's 'anxious' after council suspends upgrade work, considers selling up
Far North council puts pensioner flat upgrades on hold, considers selling them.
News briefs from the Far North - Manu champs, fish auction and SPCA cupcakes
News snippets from the Far North.
Bay of Islands P&I Show is the oldest in NZ and back on Saturday
Bay of Islands Pastoral & Industrial Show on this Saturday.