News briefs from the Far North: Sculpture award finalist, Massive meeting, and Kāeo bridge opens
News snippets from the Far North.
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Latest from Far North District
Far North views on Covid response given to Royal Commission Inquiry team
Covid-19 Royal Commission Inquiry visits Far North.
Far North folk asked how they want to be represented on council
The Far North's review is a chance for people to say how they want to be represented.
Pedestrian fatally hit by car remembered as adventurous family man
Emmanuel Nicholson, 35, died on February 6 after he was hit by a car in Matauri Bay.
Spate of arrests made after 'violent and brazen' crimes carried out on Northland roads
Police are not ruling out further arrests as they continue their investigations.
Things are getting expensive: New charity helps families feed their pets when times get tough
A new charity is working with food banks to provide pet food for Northland pet owners.
Far North news briefs - supermarket facial recognition, give moulting penguins space and serious crashes
News snippets from the Far North.
Kāeo’s new $40million bridge open both lanes from Saturday
Long-awaited Kāeo Bridge fully open from Saturday
Far North businesses have plan to attract people during Brynderwyns closure
Hope publicity campaign will bring people to the Far North during SH1 closure.
Ngāpuhi hapū emboldened to start Treaty negotiations with new minister
Face-to-face meetings at Waitangi are the first step in the settlement process.
Station Rd reopened following closure after gas leak in Whangārei
The road has been closed to traffic from Kamo Rd to the intersection with Farmer St.
News briefs from Northland - Penguins moulting, serious crash injury and surfer hospitalised
News snippets from Northland.
Women’s Blues rugby team tackling women in sports stigma one visit at a time
The visit coincided with a training camp where Blues members enhanced their skills.
Patient airlifted to hospital following remote Far North land rescue
The person sustained injuries which meant they were unable to walk out and required aid.
Crash near Mangōnui, Far North now cleared
Emergency services are attending the crash on State Highway 10 in the Far North.
'He died in my arms' - Dad thankful to daughter and strangers who saved his life
A moment of chivalry nearly cost Northland father Vaughan Collier his life.
'Break those barriers down': More legal clinics coming to Whangārei
Nearly a year since the clinics first launched, more are on the way.
'We’re open- come and enjoy it': Free beer on offer to ease highway detour stress
Businesses say communication needs to be better so visitors still travel north.
Forget Me Not adult day centre celebrates 30 years of community dedication
Some dedicated volunteers have been involved for the whole 30 years.
37-year-old farm worker dies after car crash into ditch
The man worked at a local avocado farm and was returning home when the crash occurred.
Deliberate fires at old power station putting lives at risk, Ruakākā firefighter says
The site is difficult to access, making matters more concerning for firefighters.
Fatal crash in Waiharara: Second road death in Northland in less than 24 hours
A person has died and four others have suffered serious to moderate injuries.
24yo man killed in Moerewa crash after car hits culvert
The crash is the second road fatality in Northland in the past four days.
Man dies after vehicle reportedly rolls in Moerewa
The crash was reported to police just before 10pm on Wednesday.
Northland's Sandy Bay dotterel chicks take to the sky
'It’s just incredible that they have survived to that stage, given the dangers.'
No light at the end of the tunnel for Northland's sole rail line
The North Auckland Line remains closed more than a year after storms caused 200 slips.
Blaze at tyre shop destroys business - but quick work saves customers’ cars
A last-second dash through thick smoke saves classic ute.
Tyre store completely destroyed in fire, health warnings issued
Fire and emergency has asked locals nearby to stay indoors.
Police to enforce detour routes during Brynderwyns closure
Roading authorities confident detours will handle extra traffic during Brynderwyn closure.
Farmers in their 70s keep shearing competition alive
Ralph Smith, 76, and Jim Comrie, 79, come to the rescue at the Arapohue Show Shears.
Driver says motorist tried to push him off road in early-morning ordeal
The tailgating vehicle was mostly driving with its lights off despite it being dark.
54yo truckie dies after crashing into trees on State Highway 15
The logging truck went over the centre line, across the road and into the trees.
Hundreds commemorate biggest Te Tiriti o Waitangi signing
"Our people are moving, and they want to be united as one movement.”
Youth unafraid of consequences: Calls for harsher penalties for fleeing drivers
Youths, aged between 12-17, are said to make up a significant portion of fleeing drivers.