New ZealandTurnaround sees Awanui named Most Beautiful Tiny TownAwanui's huge efforts to revitalise itself have paid off.09 Nov 10:30 AM
New Zealand'We want to stay hopeful' Whānau of missing diver not giving up'A beautiful soul who was hardworking and helped anyone who needed it.'27 Oct 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandParents urged to take note of children’s internet activity after increasing harmParents need to safeguard their kids against online harm, online safety experts say.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNews in brief: Surf lifesavers back; Māori Battalion medals; five injured in crashCatch up on new from around the region.20 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo major gongs but plenty of recognition for Northland surf lifeguards at annual awardsTen Northland lifegurds honoured at SLSNZ annual awards24 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandWild horses have taken over this Far North townRural Americans might have 30-50 wild hogs, but Ahipara locals have 12-15 wild horses.13 Sep 08:36 PM
KahuAwanui could be next far North town to take out a Keep New Zealand Beautiful awardLocals think the nomination is more than justified.06 Sep 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLoopholes in vape regulations a worry, expert saysExpert says new vape measures will not be as effective as hoped.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandStorm damage repairs at Cape Rēinga to take 4-6 weeksAccess to Cape Rēinga is restricted while storm repair work is done.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandAngry Far North ratepayers told to be patient over huge rates rise concernsRecord complaints over Far North's latest rates rises.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil to buy land at centre of pōhutukawa controversyFar North land occupation over pōhutukawa felling ends after two years.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The sun doesn’t shine as bright': Father's heartbreak after infant's avoidable road deathThe 3-month-old was not harnessed into her seat and was surrounded by airbags.04 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNotorious drug bust features in new TV series with star castRobyn Malcolm and Tem Morrison star in Far North drug bust drama02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTe Hiku revitalisation head fires parting shot at North’s ‘keyboard warriors’The three-year project has given Kaitāia, Awanui, Ahipara 80 new assets and attractions.05 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandEvidence needed before Far North District Council can recoup costs for road sign damageRoad sign damage could cost ratepayers $20K.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandArtwork from Far North mouth artist will be sold around the worldNorthland mouth artist again has artwork as part of international card sales05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAnimals, staff moved from Kaitāia SPCA due to temporary closure over health, safety issuesAll animals have been taken to Kerikeri and Whangārei centres while an assessment is done.01 Jun 12:38 AM
New ZealandPlan for 16 pou whenua along Far North coast sees sixth carving unveiledA historic name has been resurrected in the Far North with the Waitahapāua pou whenua.31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist critically hurt in Whangārei crashWestern Hills accident just one of three around Northland in a half-hour spate of crashes.14 May 03:36 AM
New ZealandNeighbour with garden hose, fishing firefighters credited with saving homeFirefighters were just down the road at a fishing comp when the fire broke out.28 Mar 01:17 AM
New ZealandSnapper Bonanza fish auction raises $11k for Kaitaia Fire BrigadeContestants also gave cash and a newly won TV to family whose home was damaged by fire.27 Mar 04:39 AM
New ZealandSurf life-savers get big air at Waipū Cove IRB championshipWaipū Cove hosted the 2023 BP Surf Rescue North Island IRB champs.26 Mar 09:34 PM
New ZealandWairarapa fisher wins $30k top prize in Ninety Mile Beach Snapper BonanzaFish landed on final day clinches Northland, and world’s, biggest surfcasting competition.26 Mar 01:34 AM
New ZealandEarly pacesetter in box seat for Snapper Bonanza's $30k top prize with one day leftFriday’s best fish of 6.3kg couldn't dislodge Aucklander’s 7.160kg snapper from top spot.24 Mar 06:05 AM
New Zealand‘Mint’ conditions forecast for Ninety Mile Beach as iconic snapper comp returnsMassive swells on Wednesday favoured the fish but that's expected to change in final days.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand' Mint’ conditions expected for Snapper BonanzaWednesday's tough conditions mean a 7kg snapper caught on day one is still in the lead.22 Mar 05:47 AM
New ZealandThe Bonanza’s back: Record crowd on Ninety Mile Beach for iconic fishing comp1200 anglers are contesting a cash prize pool of $72,000 plus big spot prizes.21 Mar 05:09 AM
New Zealand'Daredevil child's' horrific duneboarding accident and 10-year road to recoveryShe had a simple motto to help with her recovery: ‘If you can’t stand up, stand out.’16 Mar 07:10 PM
New ZealandLarge parts of Far North still without census papers a week after Census 2023 datePeople in Doubtless Bay, Kaitāia, Ahipara say they’re still in the dark about Census 2023.13 Mar 05:30 AM
BusinessNew tech could save lives - or swamp emergency services with false alarmsNew iPhone feature automatically calls 111 with a GPS location if it detects a car crash.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTragic start to 2023 as two die in Northland crashVehicle hitting tree claims two lives in Ahipara, Far North03 Jan 06:57 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuAhipara occupation marks first anniversary as leader trespassedOccupation leader says local hapū and land owner are 'both innocent in this predicament'.06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandExclusive photos: Top Kiwi stars reunite after 28 years in drama about NZ's biggest meth bustThe TV series will film on location in the Far North for seven weeks.18 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentKiwi cast named for Ninety-Mile Beach drug bust seriesThe stars of the six-part drama series filmed in Ahipara are officially revealed.18 Jun 02:56 PM
