Student with toy gun sends entire Kerikeri school into lockdown
Kerikeri High School was placed under lockdown after reports of a person with a gun.
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Kennel cough in Northland: Rise in cases causing concern
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Exhausting but fulfilling: Creative Northlanders turn passions into lucrative side hustles
Northlanders are turning their passions into lucrative side hustles. Here's how.
'Keep yourself safe': Northland paramedic reflects on the lives lost in crashes
'No one leaves the same person they were before.'
Northlanders turn up in large numbers to support Road Safety Week 2024
"The road toll is not just some number but somebody’s loved one who died on the road."
Northland emergency services secure ongoing funding after public speaks up
Regional council backs down from proposal to cut support after consultation backlash.
Northland getting to grips with Alternative Reality and impact on the arts
Alternative Reality Gardening Lab 24 exposes Northland to latest technology
Fast turnover forestry for green energy could transform Northland economy
Short rotation forestry could help reignite Marsden Pt.
Far North news in brief: Well known identity dies, Parrot Place fundraiser and landmark repairs
News snippets from the Far North
Trust calls on donations to help raise remaining funds before June 12 deadline
The trust has until June 12 to come up with the remaining funds.
Far North council to call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza
Far North councillors to vote on call for immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
World War II relic found in Kerikeri op shop
Kerikeri Hospice Green Shed uncovers historic WWII relic
The Chase quiz star Shaun Wallace to visit Far North
Quiz master Shaun Wallace to take on Far North fans at Kerikeri event.
Iwi, forest manager call time on illegal rubbish dumping in Far North nature spot
'I won’t tolerate this rubbish and lack of respect for the environment,' says iwi leader.
Rugby great Sid Going farewelled in Northland rain
About 1000 people turned out in the rain for the funeral of NZ legend 'Super Sid' Going.
Civil Aviation Authority to inquire into Northland helicopter crash
Civil Aviation Authority plans to understand what 'exactly' happened and why.
Youths arrested over Far North car-thefts - police thank public for their help
Far North car-theft sprees ended with arrest of four youths
Youths who threatened shop staff following aggravated robbery in Northland, arrested
Speedy Police response locks in four arrests.
New future beckons for idyllic Aroha Island
Ngā Kaitiaki o Motu Aroha Charitable Trust has been established to help the island thrive.
Ruawai firefighter opens up on attending ‘horrifying’ fatal crashes in Northland
"Speed is the biggest contributor to most fatal crashes."
Final farewell for Northland rugby legend 'Super Sid' Going
One of New Zealand's greatest ever rugby players, Sid Going, has died aged 80.
Teen taken into custody after numerous car break-ins reported in Northland
"Our message ... is simple. You will be held to account.”
Opening date set for Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Hub and new town square
The hub is expected to be a tremendous asset for the community.
News briefs from the Far North - Building consent success, LTP submissions and writing grants
News snippets from the Far North.
Whangārei house fire considered suspicious, says fire investigator
Locals are used to the derelict home being set alight.
New kina regulations likely after Far North meeting
Far North meeting shows depth of concern over kina barrens, says Fisheries Minister.
‘No other region would put up with this crap’: Frustration mounts over prolonged Brynderwyns closure
Calls for compensation as frustration grows.
Cameron Leslie heading swim team to Paris
'It’s my fourth Paralympics, but my first in eight years, so it’s very exciting.'
Pathway feels unsafe: Commuter concerns with shared route
Commuters describe their unsafe experiences using the Whangārei shared pathway.
Far North news in brief: Kerikeri flights starting, LTP submissions, SH15 speeds
News snippets from the Far North.
Boost for social housing as Kaikohe units open
Joint venture brings 37 more social homes to Kaikohe.
Can you help find Whangārei’s Zonta Book Fair a new venue?
New venue needed Whangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair sale.
The Northland island with too many kiwi
The residents of an island in Northland are grappling with an unusual problem.
Man wanted by police after Tikipunga fatal fire cleared of any suspicion
Police thank the public, Tikipunga homicide investigation continues.