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'Incredibly dangerous': Laser attacks threaten aircraft safety
Far North District Council says the same individual may be responsible for the strikes.
'Symbol of pride': Kohukohu united in efforts to preserve historic hall
The Kohukohu community is determined to save the historic hall.
Kerikeri could almost double with new plan out on how to deal with the growth
Draft plan to manage growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa, public urged to give feedback.
‘Roaming freely’: Dogs linked to spate of kiwi deaths in Bay of Islands
Conservation groups are frustrated by ongoing kiwi deaths in the area.
Machete-wielding pair allegedly steal cash, cigarettes, vapes
Police were called after machetes were allegedly presented in the Taipa store.
Revealed: The region with a drinking problem twice as bad as the rest of NZ
The Far North District is developing an LAP to curb harm.
Five helicopters, 50 firefighters battling to contain Far North blaze
Early indications suggest the large vegetation fire was caused by sparks from a grinder.
Police search for driver after house falls off truck in Far North crash
Police are searching for the truck driver after a house fell during transport.
How a rates breakthrough will help other Māori landowners
Robyn Martin-Kemp will discuss the case at Waitangi, highlighting rates protections.
‘Really bad’: Water woes threaten tourism in Far North
Threatened Level 4 restrictions would limit water use to essentials like cooking.
‘Too long’: Liquor licence woes halt supermarket plan in Northland
The tenants of a proposed supermarket backed out after objections to the liquor licence.
‘It’s shocking’: Dust woes continue, residents call for stronger council action
Residents in the Far North are angered by dust issues despite dust suppression measures.
Far North public toilets hit by vandalism
The council is seeking the public's help after $2000 worth of damage was inflicted.
'Don't take the kids there': Child victim of second dog attack at Northland beach
Second dog attack at Northland beach sparks safety concerns among residents.
'Milestone': Iwi celebrate ownership deal for Kaitāia Airport
Kaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.
Govt and iwi secure $5.4m deal for Kaitāia Airport's future
Kaitāia Airport secured for NgāiTakoto with a long-term lease and $5.4m upgrade contract.
‘Kitchen aunties’ jobs at risk due to Govt cuts to school lunch programme, principal says
114 of Northland's 152 schools are part of the Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch in schools programme.
More moisture, more severe: Scientist’s prediction for future ex-tropical cyclones
A top climate scientist says damaging storms will become more intense.
Council CEO resigns amid claims of a toxic environment; ERA finds both sides at fault
Far North Council CEO Blair King said he felt 'isolated' and lodged a PG in 2022.
Te reo Māori is everyday for Far North District Council
Ngā Puawai Ō Ngāpuhi rings out in celebration of Far North District Council voting to keep its Ngā Tai o Tokerau Māori Ward for the next local elections in 2025.
Legendary Northland kiwi Sir Ed killed
A 20-year-old kiwi, father to numerous offspring, has been found dead on Matakohe Island.
Local councils to vote on challenge to Māori ward polling rule
FNDC Mayor Moko Tepania will support a challenge to a rule around Māori ward polling.
'Metres from sea': Dover Samuels calls island pool fence rule too bureaucratic
Kaumātua Dover Samuels says the Motukawaiti Island pool is right next to the sea.
Private island site no excuse for not fencing swimming pool in Far North
The owners of Motukawaiti Island had argued young children would never visit the site.
A night to remember: Makeup artists and hairdressers unite for school ball
Katy Taylor noticed ball season was a logistical nightmare, so she came up with a solution
Brown v Bishop on housing ‘flood’; Mayor’s wharf dream inches closer
Auckland Council versus Government on freeing up land on the outskirts. Who will win?
Controversial subdivision signed off - but homeowners won't be allowed cats or dogs
119 homes will be built on a sprawling piece of land within a kiwi habitat.