Govt ban on sex ed a move back to the 'dark ages', educator says
There are concerns about teaching variability, age appropriateness and parental consent.
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Xmas Appeal 2023: Waipoua Forest Trust's call for more to join conservation mission
The trust's main aim to is protect the forest, which houses much biodiversity.
News in brief: First responders call for care on roads; man believed to have been stabbed
The latest news bites from around the region.
New council leader wants Govt to scrap Te Mana o te Wai freshwater principles
'You can’t be green if you’re not in the black,' says Geoff Crawford.
News in brief from the Far North: Speed camera yet to issue tickets, coastal walkway closed
News snippets from the Far North.
Caregiving qualifications for nine at Kaitāia's Switzer Residential Care home
Kaitāia’s Switzer Residential Care staff gain new skills in 2023.
'Not acceptable': Calls for calm as abuse toward Northland roadworkers escalates
Northland roadworkers plead for calm as abuse through worksites increases.
Peria School celebrates success at prizegiving
The event was also a chance to farewell students.
Tours inside Hundertwasser's Northland home to begin
"It was a place he came to as a getaway, a hideaway, a retreat, a sanctuary."
New Kaeo River bridge opening still some months away
Kāeo's $40m bridge won't be open until February.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Northland Impact Trust changes the lives of Far North youth
The trust provides diverse and empowering experiences for youth finding their way.
Child vaccination numbers stubbornly short of target
Northland's childhood immunisation numbers are way too low, doctors say.
Vince Cocurullo: It’s been quite a year - bring on 2024
OPINION: More than anything, I am proud of the people of our district.
Compulsory checks for Kai Iwi Lakes boaties amid clam threat
The possibility of a gold clam invasion from the Waikato River has kaitiaki worried.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Ruakākā Dog Rescue's simple festive wish for safe, loved canines
"Our Christmas wish is simple. We dream of every dog finding a safe, secure home."
News in brief: Waitangi Kindergarten's winning sunflowers
The latest news bites from around the region.
Joe Bennett: Let’s hear it for the house sparrow
Perhaps the most famous sparrow of all is an imaginary one.
'It’s like an adventure' Family sailing across the world embrace Whangārei life
The voyage has not been without its challenges.
Meet the Northlanders up for prestigious national sporting awards
Northlanders Mea Motu, Lani Daniels and Cameron Leslie nominated for Halberg Awards.
Dazzling lights, festive inflatables, a snow globe: Your 2023 Christmas Lights Trail guide
Get your dose of Christmas cheer by checking out the hordes of homes lit up.
Family share sense of relief as man charged in relation to fatal Panguru dog attack
Neville Thomson died on August 4 last year after he was attacked by six dogs at his home.
Chronic shortage of rural teachers: Te Hiku answers the call
The programme offers wraparound support to students from their local school and iwi
Doctors feel fobbed off after smokefree protest letter referred to associate minister
The 18 emergency medicine specialists received a brief response to their letter.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Seniors ASAP Trust 'absolutely overwhelmed' by demand for elder abuse help
Everyone can play a part in preventing or stopping elder abuse, the trust says.
What to do these summer holidays in Northland
A list of events and places that will keep everyone entertained.
Move to lower speed limits hitting bumps after Government changes announced
“The work should still be happening regardless.”
Drivers urged to make better decisions after man stopped twice on same night over legal breath alcohol limit
“Decisions, decisions: Drivers, are you ready for this challenge?”
Security concerns front of mind for Waitangi Day as Treaty debate heats up
Providing a safe environment for robust debate will be key on February 6.
Iwi put foot down over ashes being scattered at Cape Reinga
'It is very much a place for the living.'
News in brief: Missing elephant statues; police called because of paintball gun
The latest news bites from around the region.
Quit-smoking organisation inundated with people addicted to vaping
Vapes should not be promoted by Government, trust says.
John Williamson: Our car increase is outstripping our population increase
OPINION: 85,000 new vehicles were registered in the first six moths of 2023.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Special Olympics Whangārei 'woefully short of volunteers'
The Olympics where the last athlete across the line gets the biggest cheer.
Teams from Far North schools first to third at Aquabots final, win spots at international comp in USA
Far North schools' triple success at Aquabots underwater robot battle