New Zealand'We are always on edge': Māori trust's fight against resort developmentLocal Māori claim the resort has depleted shellfish and fish stocks.05 Jun 03:27 AM
New ZealandCouncil to landfill 190 tonnes of plastic waste as recycling market stallsThe council stockpiled the plastics in the hope that the markets would recover.25 May 11:40 PM
New Zealand Council euthanises 56 dogs in two monthsFNDC received 796 requests for service for animal management in January and February.14 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFirst look at controversial Bay of Islands marina plansFast-tracking sought by companies owned by multimillionaires Craig Heatley, Leigh Hopper.13 May 09:30 PM
New ZealandFar North Council moves to adopt smokefree and vape-free policySmoking rates in the Far North are higher than the national average, at 13% vs 8%.08 May 02:12 AM
New ZealandCommunity pushes for urgent road safety after fatal cyclist crashThe board supports temporary crossings, costing approximately $195,000.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs – Toilet warning, Northland on Monopoly board and port stakeNews snippets from the Far North.28 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Incredibly dangerous': Laser attacks threaten aircraft safetyFar North District Council says the same individual may be responsible for the strikes.24 Apr 02:27 AM
New Zealand'Symbol of pride': Kohukohu united in efforts to preserve historic hallThe Kohukohu community is determined to save the historic hall.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Tam wreaks havoc: Narrow escape as redwood crushes shedA teen had to run for his life in Kerikeri as a tree collapsed in the wild weather.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice inquiring after person found with firearm in ŌakuraPolice received reports of a person in possession of a firearm around midday.07 Apr 03:01 AM
New ZealandNorthland hit by power outages and potential flooding amid heavy rainRainfall hit 108mm at Ahipara in 12 hours overnight.04 Apr 01:35 AM
New ZealandMoerewa drainage concerns reignited by laundromat consent processHapū worry about greywater impacting the environment and local water supply.03 Apr 04:00 PM
New Zealand'This is a desecration': Thousands of illegally dumped animal carcasses trouble town's waterIllegal animal dumping has plagued Hukerenui for 15 years.31 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFar North council pushes for separate climate zone to cut building costsMBIE says any changes must go through a formal review process.28 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandKerikeri 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.26 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Roaming freely’: Dogs linked to spate of kiwi deaths in Bay of IslandsConservation groups are frustrated by ongoing kiwi deaths in the area.15 Mar 08:12 PM
New ZealandMachete-wielding pair allegedly steal cash, cigarettes, vapesPolice were called after machetes were allegedly presented in the Taipa store.10 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The region with a drinking problem twice as bad as the rest of NZThe Far North District is developing an LAP to curb harm.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFive helicopters, 50 firefighters battling to contain Far North blazeEarly indications suggest the large vegetation fire was caused by sparks from a grinder.07 Mar 02:56 AM
New ZealandPolice search for driver after house falls off truck in Far North crashPolice are searching for the truck driver after a house fell during transport.26 Feb 04:29 AM
New ZealandHow a rates breakthrough will help other Māori landownersRobyn Martin-Kemp will discuss the case at Waitangi, highlighting rates protections.24 Feb 09:56 PM
New Zealand‘Really bad’: Water woes threaten tourism in Far NorthThreatened Level 4 restrictions would limit water use to essentials like cooking.23 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Too long’: Liquor licence woes halt supermarket plan in NorthlandThe tenants of a proposed supermarket backed out after objections to the liquor licence.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s shocking’: Dust woes continue, residents call for stronger council actionResidents in the Far North are angered by dust issues despite dust suppression measures.16 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFar North public toilets hit by vandalismThe council is seeking the public's help after $2000 worth of damage was inflicted.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Don't take the kids there': Child victim of second dog attack at Northland beachSecond dog attack at Northland beach sparks safety concerns among residents.19 Dec 12:00 AM
Kahu'Milestone': Iwi celebrate ownership deal for Kaitāia AirportKaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt and iwi secure $5.4m deal for Kaitāia Airport's futureKaitāia Airport secured for NgāiTakoto with a long-term lease and $5.4m upgrade contract.13 Dec 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Kitchen aunties’ jobs at risk due to Govt cuts to school lunch programme, principal says114 of Northland's 152 schools are part of the Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch in schools programme.24 Nov 11:31 PM
New ZealandMore moisture, more severe: Scientist’s prediction for future ex-tropical cyclonesA top climate scientist says damaging storms will become more intense.17 Oct 07:28 AM
New ZealandCouncil CEO resigns amid claims of a toxic environment; ERA finds both sides at faultFar North Council CEO Blair King said he felt 'isolated' and lodged a PG in 2022.06 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandTe reo Māori is everyday for Far North District CouncilNgā 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.Watch16 Sep 03:08 AM
New ZealandLegendary Northland kiwi Sir Ed killedA 20-year-old kiwi, father to numerous offspring, has been found dead on Matakohe Island.13 Sep 05:00 PM
