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Concerned Taipā local hopes fruit doesn't go to waste
An abundance of food is produced in NZ yet some people are starving, says a Taipā local.

'Foil' blankets to support Te Hiku's most vulnerable families
Free workshops will divert foil from landfill and instead use it to keep people warm.


Highlights from the inaugural three-day Matariki festival
The inaugural Matariki ki Ahipara festival was held on June 24-26, hosting a range of activities including a special Hīkoi Hītori to the summit of Whangatauatia maunga (mountain) with Matua John Paitai, as well as an art exhibition featuring local artists at the Ahipara Golf Club, a mid-winter ocean swim, traditional Māori games at Roma Marae, sand art at Ahipara Beach, outdoor entertainment and native tree planting at Kororā St Park and more.

That's a rap- Mangonui Primary student Heath making music
A Mangōnui boy is experiencing the joy of music, thanks to a longstanding community trust.

Arrests, drugs and guns seized following police searches in Northland
'The community expects a zero tolerance for any violence, gang and drug activities.'

Donations to catch a lift with Mainfreight
A look at Mangonui and Kaitaia Lions Clubs' new twist on longstanding citrus drives.

Cape Reinga- Muriwhenua's own Matariki Landmark
'Matariki - a beacon of hope to heal from a colonial past'

Pre-loved sports gear appeal makes first Far North donation
Appeal's co-founder keen to keep bringing treasured sports gear to local communities.
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Ahipara books three days of Matariki celebrations
Matariki events to leave guests with better understanding of Ahipara and Māori New Year

Iwi and Māori landowners push back against changes to ETS
Māori will push forward with Māori-led solutions to proposed ETS scheme changes.

Ngataki taitamariki show off knowledge on national kids TV show
Far North students head far south for TV chance

Te Ao Marama expected to launch at Kaitaia District Court
New judicially-led vision for the district court

Nominations open soon for would-be regional councillors
Are you Northland's next regional councillor?

New highway-standard wharf at Awanui finally complete
Unahi Wharf was officially opened to the public last week

Te Hiku Pātaka aims to feed whanau while preserving choice, dignity
Iwi/Foodstuffs 'social supermarket' formally opened on Kaitaia's Commerce St yesterday.

Kiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZ
With severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.

Marae-based science camp delivers accelerated learning
Tamariki learn a year's worth of science at immersive, hands-on science wananga

Experts say the time is now to discuss impact of climate change on Far North
How forecast sea-level rises and other climate-change risks stand to impact the Far North.

Understanding risk key to housing amidst climate change
Experts weigh in on impact of climate change on Far North coastal properties

'The spirit of a community lives in volunteers', says Heritage NZ
Heritage NZ bids farewell to two dedicated volunteers, thanks for stirling service.