Myjanne Jensen is a reporter based in the Far North. She loves hearing the stories of people from all walks of life and feels it is a privilege to be able to share their experiences with the world.
Born in Australia (of Māori-Danish descent) Myjanne have more than 15 years of media experience spanning across print, radio, video and digital, as well as experience in public relations and corporate communications. Her deep-held curiosity about human behaviour is ultimately at the core of why she became a journalist. Myjanne absolutely lovea hearing the stories of people from all walks of life and feels it is a privilege to be able to share their experiences with the world. She see creating awareness about various issues is her way of giving back and serving the community. Myjanne also has a knack for making people feel at ease and safe to be vulnerable and share with her sometimes the most intimate details of their lives. With that privilege comes a huge amount of responsibility and she takes great care to tell their stories with sensitivity and respect. Myjanne loves exploring quirky and "taboo" topics and is inspired by journalists such as the BBC's Louis Theroux who push the boundaries of storytelling.
Adopt a Granny programme to help elderly with extra food and social support
The initiative started in response to some elderly going without food.
'Unifying us as a country': Matariki becoming a 'marker' of our national identity
Matariki public holiday inspires kotahitanga (oneness) and recognition of mātauranga Māori
What's on: Events range from a manu comp to viewing the Puanga and Matariki stars
A guide to what's on and where to look for Puanga/Matariki this year.
Whangārei woman smashes 14-year record at athletics championships
The mum of two took home a total of three gold medals and one silver from Fiji.
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Oruaiti School 'gutted' after funds for end of year camp stolen on Monday morning
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.
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.
What I wish I had known would change after becoming a mum
The key to your relationship surviving and thriving as a new parent.
Knowledge of environment helps tackle climate change, says maramataka expert
Te Tai Tōkerau Community Resilience Action Plan is to be adapted throughout the region.
North Hokianga trust looks beyond forestry to a range of kaupapa
Roughly 1800 hectares of land is now fully owned by the North Hokianga hapu-owned trust
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First-of-its-kind partnership dedicated to dementia launched in Far North
Data shows Māori are being diagnosed with dementia almost 10 years earlier than non-Māori.
Business agreement fosters eco-system of Māori business excellence
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Chinese NZers make trip north to honour tragic shipwreck and special bond
The trip helped the visitors explore their cultural connection to New Zealand.
Centenarian and world’s oldest park-runner celebrates 100-year birthday with 5km loop
Colin Thorne knocked off the major milestone to celebrate turning 100.
'Seized up and started to drown': Man rescued from water in Far North
A man has been given CPR, a police officer at the scene said.
Northland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekends
Holidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.
Northland 'shy carrot’s' page views land it in Trade Me's top 10 items
The sheepish vege is among other food items which made the list.
'I felt so disconnected': My journey connecting with my Māoritanga
Myjanne Jensen reflects on exploring her indigenous identity.
Tradie warns stolen tools and gear could spread asbestos
Construction company concerned about spread of asbestos after demolition site break-in
The best place to watch tonight’s rare meteor shower
Hundreds of shooting stars are expected to light the night sky.
Waipū artist scores project of a lifetime with Ed Sheeran
Evan Heasman's work has been shared with the singer's 23 million social media followers.
Thousands turn out to celebrate all things Pasifika at the weekend
The Far North Pasifika Festival celebrates its second year.
Northland house prices join trend in nationwide growth
Whangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.
'I found her as a wreck, a lot like myself at the time': How a WWII vessel buoyed a widower's grief
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World-class haka theatre performance coming to Northland stage
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Sports charity calls for donations of sports gear in time for Christmas
With many feeling the high cost of living, all sports items are welcome, says ReSport.
Te Tai Tokerau seat narrowly held by Kelvin Davis, special votes yet to counted
The Labour MP is narrowly in front in the Te Tai Tokerau seat.
Far North waka ama paddlers put Te Hiku on the world stage
The paddlers represented Waka Ama NZ who came out on top at this year's event
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Rising star reporter loves telling stories through te ao Māori lens
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Election 2023: Would-be MPs make pitches to Northlanders
All party candidates except for two were present on the night
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The TV series, Far North, has already been sold to audiences around the world.
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The new hauora Māori clinic is open to all Te Hiku residents currently without a GP
People from around the country turn up to celebrate opening of Kāitāia's Te Whare Oranga
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Kaitāia's new clinic will help fill the gap for the thousands without a GP.
'Colonising view to put a blood quantum percentage on people': What's it like to be Māori and mixed race?
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Community comes together at Matariki to honour road death victims
Road safety advocates, community providers honour those who have died from road accidents.
How colonisation is still having an impact on Māori identity
Academic Margaret Mutu joins the podcast to discuss her research.
Matariki 2023: How to celebrate this weekend
Organisers predicting a larger turnout than 2022 for some events.
The Māori in Me: Complexities of being mixed race in NZ
The new seven-part podcast will roll out this month.
Hundreds turn out to official re-opening of Far North church
Ahipara's St Clements Church has officially re-opened following years of restoration.
Kaitāia College choir 'impressed, delighted and captivated'
The Ngā Reo o Kaitāia choir made a big impact at the top choir competition.
Breakthrough tech set to make waves in failing treatment plant
The Taipā sewage facility will trial a small electrocoagulation (EC) technology unit.
'Let us never forget their sacrifice': Thousands brave cold-snap to commemorate Anzac Day
As dawn breaks Northlanders commemorates the country's fallen soldiers.
Fatal hit-and-run victim was highly respected kaumātua
Billy Pomare has been named as the victim of a hit-and-run in Kaitāia.
Far North rangatahi enterprise initiative behind school waka ama comp
Young people aged 16-24 organise Tai Tokerau waka ama secondary schools comp.
Call for National Covid-19 Memorial Day for lives lost during lockdowns
End-of-life expert says whānau grief was exacerbated by Covid-19 social restrictions.
Te Hiku milestones celebrated as accord turns 10
Prime Minister, ministers celebrate 10-year anniversary of Te Hiku social accord.
The journey from Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga) to Waitangi began today
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World-recognised musicians mentor Kaitaia College students
Musicians come from around the world to perform in Kaitaia
More dialogue sought on medicines law revamp
Meeting held at Parawhenua Marae to discuss rongoa as part of Therapeutic Products Bill.
Te Hiku cannabis start-up’s push to legalise cannabis by end of 2024
Cannabis expert says legalisation debate a clash of beliefs/values versus science.
Transformation Project co-design model has potential to be used across Aotearoa
This is a breakthrough for wastewater treatment.
Earthworks allegedly destroy ancient Far North pā sites
Local hapū say more needs to be done to ensure ancient sites protected on private land.
FNDC first council in NZ to adopt Māori lunar calendar
FNDC adopts Māori lunar calendar as part of its yearly planning guide.
World Cup winner Krystal Murray welcomed home by excited crowd in Kaitāia
The Black Ferns prop received a hero's welcome in the Far North with a homecoming parade.
International Polynesian FIBA basketball tournament kicks off in Kaitaia
Kaitaia hosts an international basketball tournament this week.
'Some kids are really struggling in our community' says Kaitaia resident
Two small children in Kaitaia found eating food scraps out of rubbish bag.
Karikari resident hopes to reach whānau of Te Kao elders who met the Queen
Yerkovich wants Te Kao descendants to know story about their tūpuna visiting the Queen
Firefighters save man trapped on car roof in raging torrent
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Samuels hopes his karanga to Māori helps inspire them to embrace the current opportunities
Dover Samuels hopes more Māori will seize local body opportunities to advance Māori.
Councillor puts hand up for mayoralty
Cr Kelly Stratford wants to expand her representation to include all of Far North
Rongo app helps you say it right
Te Hiku media launches an app to help people pronounce te reo Māori words.
Te Aupōuri net 100 jobs per year for rangatahi
Te Aupouri fisheries cohort start training in fisheries sector
Ngataki taitamariki show off knowledge on national kids TV show
Far North students head far south for TV chance
New pātaka Māori supermarket to open in Kaitaia
A new pātaka Māori supermarket chain is to open a branch in Kaitaia.
'I'm gutted': Ex-teacher filmed at Parliament protest admits he 'turned into an idiot'
Man says as soon as he threw the bricks, he immediately regretted it.