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Rural Northland secondary school tops Relay for Life fundraising efforts
Ōtamatea High School had spent the past few months fundraising for the Cancer Society.
Daylight kiwi fight caught on video reveals rare territorial clash
Two kiwi birds fought in daylight, revealing territorial behaviour.
‘Absolutely immeasurable’: Guide dogs' impact on blind community
The Highams have raised six Labrador puppies since 2018.
Kerikeri’s Community Family Service shuts down
Far North budgeting service lacks funds to keep helping hundreds of families
'This is a desecration': Thousands of illegally dumped animal carcasses trouble town's water
Illegal animal dumping has plagued Hukerenui for 15 years.
One dead after car vs truck collision at Haruru
Driver dies at scene of fatal crash at Haruru, near Paihia
Firefighters tackling large vegetation fire near Mangakahia
More than 20 firefighters are onsite at a large vegetation fire at Nukutawhiti
Far North’s Te Āhuareka o Ngāti Hine Festival attracts thousands
The festival, which started in 2008, rocks Ōtiria Marae in cultural celebration.
Far North gets plenty of aroha from Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro
Busy Far North tour for Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro with packed schedule of events
Lost everything again: Kiwi’s Brisbane home flooded for second time
Rochelle Bekker's family lost most of their possessions in 2022. Now it's happened again.
New home needed for Whangārei’s Zonta Great NZ Book Sale
A new venue is needed so Whangārei's Zonta Great NZ Book Sale can hold its 31st chapter.
Retirees’ heartfelt letter to intruder: ‘We have to start small, and we want to start with you’
Catherine Walbran saw a tall figure in a hoodie before the intruder fled.
Far North council pushes for separate climate zone to cut building costs
MBIE says any changes must go through a formal review process.
Skills of sheep dogs and handlers on show in Whangārei
Mount Manaia Sheep Dog Trial Club's annual trial this Sunday.
'Zero tolerance': Police nab youths in stolen vehicle after reported burglary
A 14yo has appeared in Kaitāia District Court and a 17yo is set to appear next week.
'Kaikohe is where it's at': Community cheers new library project
Kaikohe's new library project has been approved, with completion aimed for next year.
Pedestrian suffers serious injuries after being struck by vehicle
Emergency services responded to reports of the crash around 6.53am.
News briefs from the Far North - Brain Aid, ladies bring a cue and horses need home
News snippets from the Far NOrth
Kerikeri could almost double with new plan out on how to deal with the growth
Draft plan to manage growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa, public urged to give feedback.
Kaitāia MetalFest 4 back for musical mayhem
Powerful line-up for Kaitāia MetalFest 4 in May
‘It’s real and authentic' – Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro visits Te Kura o Otangarei
Principal Danelle Unuwai said she was proud her kura had been chosen to be a host.
Paedophile teacher, jailed for abusing 20 boys, eyes South Island move
One of New Zealand's worst child sex offenders has been refused parole again.
'Loved by all' Remembering beloved showman Eddie Hemara
Northland's beloved popular music showman Eddie Hemara died at the weekend.
‘Completely thrilled’: Shelter dogs adopted by loving families
Betty was adopted by a couple who saw her photo in the Northern Advocate.
Police car rammed, man attempting to evade police bitten by police dog
Police were deployed to the area after sightings of a possible vehicle of interest.
Kerikeri’s Nurture by Nature to party like its 2005 after 20 years open
Nurture by Nature early childcare centre in Far North turning 20.
Iwi festival tipped to draw thousands
Far North iwi's Te Āhuareka o Ngāti Hine Festival on again.