Northland Expressway plan proceeds as landowners face property loss
The Northland Expressway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei.
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Quiet summer for Northland beaches as water safety efforts take hold
Surf club patrols wrapped up last weekend and will restart on Labour weekend.
Aucklanders with Northland homes can vote in local elections
Only one non-resident vote is allowed per property.
'Incredibly dangerous': Laser attacks threaten aircraft safety
Far North District Council says the same individual may be responsible for the strikes.
Person critically injured in SH1 crash with truck
Emergency services attended the scene and SH1 was closed for some time.
Far North news briefs - Iwi collective co-chair, new Metalfest act and waka ama nats
News snippets from the Far North
New social supermarket in Kaikohe to address food insecurity
The social supermarket will provide additional resources, including a whānau space.
News in brief: Tim Robinson elected new chair of NorthChamber
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Fantastic news': Leaders welcome progress on Northland expressway
The new road is likely to be tolled, according to Transport Minister Chris Bishop.
News in brief: Air NZ backs solar boost with $600k investment
The latest news bites from around the region.
The long road to recovery: Cyclone Tam's aftermath lingers in Far North
More than 20 Far North homes are still without power after the storm.
Far North will not forget - Anzac Day commemoration events in the district
Plenty of Far North Anzac Day events to remember the fallen.
Kaitāia College Senior Drama students fundraising to go to national Shakespeare final
Fundraiser to get Kaitāia College students to National Shakespeare Fest after regional win
Northland’s thin blue line getting nine new police recruits
Nine new police officers for Northland, with three in the Far North
25 years of Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled
Riding for the Disabled celebrates a quarter of a century at the Church Rd complex.
'Unnecessary interruptions': Kamo firefighters frustrated by vandalism
Kamo Fire Station windows have been smashed five times in the past year.
'Long-suffering' patients: Whangārei doctor on healthcare system strain
Doctor shortages and delays were major issues discussed in Whangārei.
On The Up - 'Very proud': Northland family's inspiring academic achievements
The Darkins family have achieved academic and professional success.
Groundbreaking Te Hiku programme puts 13 new teachers into Far North
Far North man Takawai McMath swaps building for teaching on Te Hiku programme
Plenty of stonewalling at Far North stonemasonry workshop
Five-day Kerikeri stonemasonry course gives insight into ancient craft.
News briefs from the Far North: Bay sports hub to open and Pink Breakfast hosted
News snippets from the Far North.
'Symbol of pride': Kohukohu united in efforts to preserve historic hall
The Kohukohu community is determined to save the historic hall.
'Delighted': Bird lovers celebrate tīeke's return and thriving status
North Island saddleback were reintroduced to the Bay of Islands 10 years ago.
Easter shopping confusion leaves our pantry bare - Kevin Page
A rainstorm and a car chase kept us from restocking our groceries.
Community effort: Hundreds unite to tackle invasive seaweed
Around 500 tonnes of the marine pest were moved above the high tide line in four days.
Fencing for Kaitāia's campervan dump station after ongoing sewage spills
People ignoring closed signs at the Kaitāia dump site are causing a public health hazard.
Sinking health system inspires doctors' Hīkoi for Health Reform from Kaitāia
Hīkoi for Health Reform taking protesting doctors from Kaitāia to Parliament.
'Solution needed': SH1 opens at Brynderwyns but long-term fix still needed
Cyclone Tam caused a slip on SH1 near the Brynderwyns, prompting calls for permanent fix.
On The Up: Pita Tipene’s visionary leadership earns top Māori business award
Tipene now hopes to lead Ngāti Hine through settlement, enabling the iwi to thrive.
Whangārei Matariki festival organisers call for participants to boost event
Puanga is the star that guides Matariki to the New Year.
Vince Cocurullo: Honouring our heroes - a reflection on Anzac Day
OPINION: The annual Poppy Appeal is now in its 103rd year.
Cyclone Tam wreaks havoc: Narrow escape as redwood crushes shed
A teen had to run for his life in Kerikeri as a tree collapsed in the wild weather.