New Far North towers give improved broadband/cell coverage
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News briefs from the Far North - Country life on show, sizzling fundraiser, bands battle
News snippets from the Far North.
Turtles strand more in Northland than anywhere else in NZ, says DoC
Ten of 19 turtles stranded in Far North survive to be released back into ocean
‘At our best’: Sheep dog trial club celebrates centennial milestone
The Northland Centre Championships will mark the centenary for the sheep dog trial club.
Bay News: A never-ending mission, animal rescue’s rehoming work
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
John Williamson: New tech aims to tackle truck driver fatigue on our roads
Heavy truck drivers have stringent rules slung around their work hours.
Sweetwater from aquifer in Kaitāia taps after five years and $17m
After 5 years and $17 million Kaitāia gets Sweetwater from aquifer
Beer jug bashing case: Arrest made 19 months after assault in bar
Militini Vaotogo, 34, faces a maximum 14 years in prison if convicted of the 2023 attack.
Homeless family camps at Whangārei beach for more than a month, draws complaints
The family camped at Parua Bay Yacht Club for over a month.
Hundertwasser Art Centre hoping to claw back losses with good summer
The centre has struggled with low tourist numbers and the cost-of-living crisis.
‘It is so wrong’: Drunk driver gets home detention for crash that killed fashion designer
Fashion designer Samantha Williams was killed by drink driver Jake Hamlin.
Council’s $1.5m plan to alter Kāeo River and reduce flooding
Phase two of the Kāeo flood scheme will start this year.
Three burglaries in Dargaville overnight, ‘suspicious’ activity reported
Police said reports of suspicious activity were being investigated to ascertain links.
‘If I hadn’t swerved, I would be dead’: Quick thinking saves man in horror crash
At first, police didn't believe Jaden Packer was the driver because he was walking.
'I'm lucky to survive': Northlander Jaden Parker relives crash
Emergency services couldn't believe the 20-year-old was able to walk away from the wreckage of his car after another driver hit his vehicle on State Highway 1. Video / Jaden Parker
Isolated Far North communities get funding for solar and wind projects
Far North's Te Kao and Waimamaku communities to get green power to aid development.
Opinion: A surprise on the weekly To Do list
Kevin Page is gobsmacked by one item on his wife's list.
News in brief: Legends of League golf event raises over $10,000 for youth teams
The latest news bites from around the region.
E.coli found in school water, students asked to bring bottles
An MoE upgrade is expected for Mangawhai School's water infrastructure.
Whangārei fluoridation order sparks backlash from Winston Peters
Winston Peters called the fluoridation mandate a 'despotic Soviet-era disgrace'.
$600k of ratepayer funding for 22 Northland climate resilience projects
$300,000-plus funds 12 Far North-specific climate resilience projects.
Far North council promises Sweetwater into taps from Tuesday
After several false starts Kaitāia to get Sweetwater into taps
Retail shake-up: Appliance delivery and removal brand moves into NZ
The company believes the NZ appliance retail market is ripe for upheaval.
‘Ripped off’: Whangārei motorists, officials alarmed over fuel costs
Whangārei's mayor says fuel companies "have a chokehold in Northland".
News in brief: Far North water restrictions remain, cyclist who died named
The latest news bites from around the region.
Dump turned into a community racetrack and communal space
Moerewa land transformed from rubbish site to community hub.
11-year-old Jack’s Hereford dream
Jack Courtman wants to own his own herd of Herefords one day.
‘Psychological torture’: Neighbours' relief as woman evicted for excessive noise
Thirteen complaints were made to Kāinga Ora since she moved in last year.
The Northland town where use of methamphetamine is an ‘epidemic’
The drug is easily available, but there is help available.
Man cave reveals artist Murray Ross' nostalgic treasures and humour
Murray Ross freelances in traditional signwriting with Fastsignz in Whangārei.
Jonny Wilkinson: Disability reforms could hinder true progress
The consultation focuses on specific proposals, not a blank canvas.
Opinion: The enduring charm of handwritten letters in a digital age
Posting a letter today is compared to riding a penny-farthing.
Far North man charged with kidnapping, possession of firearm and threats to kill
Police have said the charges are serious but could not comment further on the specifics.
How local businesses believe they can outshine big brands like Freedom
Local businesses say they still have something special to offer customers.