'You’ve come too far not to go further': The young mayor sparking change in the Far North
Moko Tepania said it has been a "hell of a year" but there's plenty more to do.
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A tropical low is set to bring heavy rain and strong winds to the top of the country.
Scott Perry rebuilds WWII wooden patrol craft
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News in brief: Trouble yacht towed to safety; Witnesses to fatal crash sought
The latest news bites from around the region.
'I found her as a wreck, a lot like myself at the time': How a WWII vessel buoyed a widower's grief
'I needed a project to help rebuild myself and Kuparu was it.'
Council continues with fluoridation plan despite High Court ruling on mandate
The council was still waiting for formal notification from the Ministry of Health.
Far North Mayor promises to improve dog control in the district after protest
A protest against the council's dog control system brought a vow from the mayor.
Woman 'lucky' to survive after car crashes with truck
Police are continuing to investigate the crash south of Kaikohe on Wednesday.
Pouto teens to play international netball tournament
The team is the first from Kaipara to attend the prestigious netball tournament.
'Dreadful day': WWII survivor cheats death again, loses home in devastating fire
An 80-year-old house fire survivor shares his challenging experiences.
News briefs from the Far North - Saucy show, tourism website launch and road renamed
News snippets from the Far North
Bay News: Far North couple celebrate 20 years at helm of Russell Four Square
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Don't light fires on Far North islands in public conservation as dry summer looms
People lighting fires on Far North's conservation islands could be jailed or fined.
John Williamson: 'Don’t make road safety the scapegoat' when it comes to our shoddy roads
OPINION: Some important issues are emerging about the relative value of road safety.
Vital training for Far North young surf lifesavers as busy summer looms
Surf lifesaving camp gives Far North youth vital training.
Judge warns abusive woman - 'You are in no position to lay down conditions to Corrections'
The woman attacked two people who came to her rescue after she was thrown from a car.
Lane reopens after serious crash in Far North
Diversions are being put in place and motorists are asked to avoid the area on SH15.
Far North landowner agrees not to dig wāhi tapu sand dunes
The occupation started when the landowner planned to use a digger to widen an accessway.
Protest outside FNDC's Kaikohe office over dog control 'inaction'
A lack of faith in dog control in the Far North sparks a protest at the council.
Blazes on islands sparks warning about lighting fires
A fire on an island makes responses from firefighters difficult.
Petition seeks to save Kaipara’s climate adaptation work
Former mayor fears district council may cancel all of Kaipara's climate work.
'I just want some closure': Family of farmer killed with poisoned port seek clues two years on
"It seems it’s just going to be a mystery forever, like one of those cold cases."
Mother's plea for anti-bullying programmes after daughter constantly targeted
A Northland mother has alleged schools aren't doing enough - nor are parents.
News in brief: Whangārei Speedway ramps up plans for Christmas parade
The latest news bites from around the region.
Rookie lifeguards make a splash at Waipū Cove
The teens had a full-on weekend developing their life-saving skills at Waipū Cove.
'Get out there and do some scouting': Growers told to watch out for fall armyworm
Northland's relatively warm climate suits the pest, which can eat 350-plus plant species.
'People say I’m not a proper Māori': Seymour on his whakapapa and the Treaty
The Act Party leader talks about his whakapapa and Te Tiriti.
Northland news in brief: Report marine life sightings this summer; Tokerau Beach warning lifted
The latest news bites from around the region.
Shellfish off menu in Far Far North due to toxin which can cause serious illness
Toxins in shellfish in Far North spark health warning
Awanui on a high after clinching Tiny Town award
Awanui abuzz after being named Most Beautiful Tiny Town in the country.
Jibbitz trades ending in tears triggers ban at schools
Young students "emotionally can't cope" with Jibbitz trades.
Hugely successful Peria School 150th celebrations delight community
150 years of education at Peria School celebrated
Climate change expert quits council in wake of politicians’ decision
“Go and find another at-risk community somewhere else if you want to do that.”