Northland AgeA two-year trial for paradise"We'll try it for two years," Dave Panckhurst was heard to say as he arrived at Cooper's Beach in 1992, but he brought with him his lifelong commitment to the environment..."08 Dec 08:07 PM
Northland AgeIs this what awaits Ahipara?Many of those who turned out at Te Kohanga (Shipwreck Bay) for Saturday's StopStatoil protest/festival would have been there for the music..08 Dec 07:55 PM
Northland AgeKids and matches do not mixThe gutting of a house in Matilda Place Kaitaia on Thursday afternoon prompted another reminder from the town's senior firefighter that children and matches do not mix.08 Dec 07:51 PM
Northland AgeFar North lake unfit for swimmingAuthorities have erected a sign at Waiharara's Lake Waiparera, warning that potentially toxic cyanobacteria in the water may be harmful to people and animals who come into contact with it.08 Dec 07:43 PM
Northland AgeMuriwhenua targets Iron MaoriThe first goal for the recently established Sport Muriwhenua, a group made up of local multisport enthusiasts, was to ensure Far North representation at the Iron Maori in Napier.03 Dec 08:21 PM
Northland AgeThe last Friday in NovemberOvercast skies, drizzly showers and even a very uneven and bumpy green could not spoil a great day of croquet at the Bay Audio Handicapped Singles tournament held in Kaitaia.03 Dec 08:18 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Thursday December 4, 2014Christmas bonus! A $100 reward is now offered for information leading to the conviction of the thieves who smashed the back window of van and stole my stuff?03 Dec 08:12 PM
Northland AgeTeam effort to save lives installs safety gear at The BluffA real team effort has culminated in the completion of Coastguard Houhora's first community project, the permanent storage of lifesaving equipment at The Bluff on 90 Mile Beach.03 Dec 08:09 PM
Northland AgeLocal Heroes receive their medalsFifteen Northlanders have been honoured with Local Heroes medals as part of the lead-up to next year's New Zealander of the Year awards.03 Dec 08:05 PM
Northland AgePublic urged to dob in dope growersPolice in the Far North are keen to hear from anyone who can point them in the direction of a cannabis crop, and are encouraging people, particularly in rural areas, to keep their eyes peeled.03 Dec 08:01 PM
Northland AgeFire restrictions kicking inFire restrictions will come into force across the Far North at noon on Monday, as the district dries out and the risk of wildfires continues to climb.03 Dec 07:58 PM
Northland AgeFour more centre championships wonThe Bowls Far North Centre national club pairs titles were sorted over a weekend in late November and a run-down of the four section winners is as follows.01 Dec 08:17 PM
Northland AgeThere's no show without punchThe success of the Te Hiku Sports Hub Fundraising Boxing Event at the Te Ahu Centre in Kaitaia on Saturday night has made it the talk of the town.01 Dec 08:12 PM
Northland AgeA new era for rates on Maori landThe Far North District Council's new philosophy for dealing with rates on land in multiple Maori ownership is ironing out the district's $28 million accumulated unpaid rates debt.01 Dec 08:01 PM
Northland AgeEditorial Tuesday December 2, 2014The Far North District Council's plan to gauge the entire community's attitude towards the addition of Maori-only seats to the council table is a valid one.01 Dec 07:54 PM
Northland Age'Dream job' landed this timeBurying ebola victims in West Africa would, for most people, be as far from a dream job as possible. But not for Houhora's resident police officer, Senior Constable Tracee Knowler.01 Dec 07:51 PM
Northland AgeTime once more to giveThe time for giving has arrived once again, and the Northland Age invites readers to think of others as the Christmas season begins.01 Dec 07:47 PM
Northland AgeThieves prey on oyster farmsOf all the challenges facing Far North oyster farmers, it is thieves who are driving them to distraction.01 Dec 07:42 PM
Northland AgeDomestic champs decided at RSAThe Far North RSA completed its domestic championships titles earlier this month.26 Nov 08:37 PM
Northland AgePlayers stretch out with newfound skillsThe latest report from the Doubtless Bay Croquet Club noted the weather for last Thursday's business house tournament was a marked improvement on that experienced the previous week.26 Nov 08:21 PM
Northland AgeBooks in Homes founder doesn't mince wordsAcclaimed writer and Duffy Books in Homes founder Alan Duff had some hard-hitting advice for schoolchildren last week.26 Nov 08:18 PM
Northland AgeBlatant misuse upsettingAbuse of disabled parking spaces remains rampant in the Far North, despite a move to paint them bright blue so able-bodied drivers can't claim they didn't notice the signs.26 Nov 08:11 PM
Northland AgeRibbons bring message homeKaitaia residents by the hundred have taken a symbolic stand against domestic violence by planting white ribbons in a Commerce Street lawn.26 Nov 08:07 PM
Northland AgeMaori wards plan going to public ballotFar North voters will have a chance early next year to decide whether the district should have Maori wards in future council elections.26 Nov 08:04 PM
Northland AgeFiery end to day's racing at TaipaThere was a fiery end to the day's racing at Taipa Speedway on Sunday after the engine of Ray Dare caught fire while he was contesting the feature saloon all-in event.24 Nov 08:01 PM
Northland AgeLocal squash trio climb the rankingsThree Kaitaia squash club players were among a 10-strong contingent representing Northland at the NZ Champions of Champions event in Tawa, Wellington from October 31 to November 2.24 Nov 07:58 PM
Northland Age'Chaotic, nonsensical' attack leads to jailA man sent to prison for attacking Dutch campers at Matauri Bay with a baseball bat but managing to steal only a frying pan.24 Nov 07:52 PM
Northland AgeRescued dolphins stranded for second time, nine deadA pod of dolphins rescued by locals at Tokerau Beach last week is believed to have re-stranded at the Cavalli Islands with deadly results.24 Nov 07:49 PM
Northland AgeFour airlines now vying for Kaitaia flightsWhichever airline ends up replacing Air New Zealand on the Kaitaia-Auckland route, the town's air passengers are likely to end up with a better timetable.24 Nov 07:38 PM
Northland AgeRelief as coastal 'oracle' clearedA highly regarded conservationist and community worker who was taken to court for being late with fisheries paperwork has been discharged without conviction.24 Nov 07:32 PM
Northland AgePost-apocalyptic sceneSmoking tyres, cars on fire, engines pushed beyond their utmost limits, and scenes resembling something out of a post apocalyptic sci-fi flick.19 Nov 08:54 PM
