NorthTec a 'taonga' that could be lost under changes
Experts say in a region where deprivation is high, accessible education is paramount.
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‘Kitchen aunties’ jobs at risk due to Govt cuts to school lunch programme, principal says
114 of Northland's 152 schools are part of the Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch in schools programme.
Tensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch ban
The new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.
Crash in rural Auckland leaves one critically injured
SH16, the Kaipara Coast Highway, is closed and diversions are in place.
Health and conservation champions named Kiwibank Local Hero medallists
Orca expert Dr Ingrid Visser and Māori activist Hilda Halkyard-Harawira are among them.
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
Commercial vessel caught with gear in marine protected area
Northland Regional Council said it was the first time a formal enforcement has been done.
Spooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym club
A spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.
Fake plates outsmarting speed cameras, Northland leaders warn
A councillor was alerted to the issue by an NZTA staff member.
Sand mining concerns grow as Bream Bay project could be fast-tracked
The fast-track process may hand 'the keys to the coastline' to the sand miner, some fear.
‘This baby is going to be so loved’: Woman's 'super-selfless deed' for couple
Despite complications, Colthurst plans to deliver a healthy baby to the supportive couple.
'Women make great leaders': Uplifting event boosts women’s leadership skills
The Leading Ladies Northland event encouraged women to push aside self-doubt.
'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.
'We're marching to a promised land': Hīkoi attracts thousands in Whangārei
It's only day two but the Government is already nervous, hīkoi organisers say.
'For everyone': Hīkoi organisers promote unity on first day of action
Hīkoi is about standing up for Te Tiriti, which will help everyone thrive, organisers say.
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
'Chronically underfunded': DoC asks public to pay to save critically endangered species
DoC has enlisted the help of a fundraising organisation to back some critical projects.
Trump fallout: Can Northland expect influx of US citizens?
'They still need us': the Northland Federated Farmers president is calm about tariffs.
New whānau health clinic helps those not enrolled with a GP
The Whangārei CBD nurse-led clinic aims to meet Northland's high health needs.
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.
'Fight culture:' Teen's fireworks attack filmed and posted online
It was supposed to be a family event - but instead one teen was taken to hospital.
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.
Far North lines team from Top Energy best in the country
Top award for Top Energy lines team
Fallen pylons, seaweed, crime and roads: Northland MP Grant McCallum's busy first year
A year ago, Grant McCallum was elected Northland's new MP. What's he most proud of so far?
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.
National hīkoi opposed to Government bill to start in Far North
Anti-Treaty Principles Bill hīkoi starts at Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua on Monday.
Rāhui over upper Whangārei Harbour lifted
The rāhui was placed over the upper Whangārei Harbour on October 24.