New ZealandKaitāia builder upskills staff with mental health awareness trainingMental Health Awareness Week sees Kaitāia company do GoodYarn programme18 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuAction plan to save Northland's iconic kauri Tāne Mahuta and transform Waipoua ForestFar North’s Waipoua Forest and iconic tree Tāne Mahuta need saving, with new action plan.18 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandFar North cats must be microchipped and desexed under proposed new council bylawFar North District Council has first ever bylaw for cats.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMetService has issued an orange wind warning for Auckland and part of NorthlandThe MetService has issued an orange wind warning for Auckland and part of Northland17 Sep 04:13 AM
New ZealandPolice name Ripiro Beach victimPolice continue to make inquiries into the circumstances of the death.17 Sep 01:02 AM
New ZealandAhipara surfer Jade Nias Phillips, aged 11, wins age group title at AIMS GamesThe moment was made extra special by having grandmother Peggy on the beach to see it.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand1 in 10 Far North children could be affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorderFar North has big issues from debilitating fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - Tsunami sirens, ambulance officers strike and alcohol sold to minorsNews snippets from the Far North16 Sep 05:00 PM
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 ZealandObituary: Mayor leads tributes to council watchdog Des Mahoney, who saved ratepayers milionsFar North council critic Des Mahoney's lasting legacy saved ratepayers millions16 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We're getting overrun': DoC manager pleads for poison to stop wild dogsFeral dogs are living in remote NZ bush, putting trampers at risk of attacks.14 Sep 05:00 PM
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
New ZealandTumultuous time: Photos highlighting historic dog tax war on display in WaitangiPhotos of a controversial 'dog tax war' are on display at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Those who come out the other side of a cancer battle are not survivors – they’re warriors, as are those who didn’t make it’Mum invented a novel number plate to help raise money towards fighting cancer13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrog? Cat? Mouse? No, it's a kiwiAn open cat flap served as the perfect entrance for a curious kiwi.13 Sep 02:46 AM
New ZealandAt 82, Ray Broad still inspiring Whangārei footballers as he hangs up his bootsAt 82, Whangārei football ‘legend’ Ray Broad bows out with a win.13 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandObituary: Former National Cabinet minister, and NZ’s first America’s Cup campaign director 'Aussie' Malcolm dies in WhangāreiMalcolm is survived by three daughters, a son and six grandchildren.12 Sep 08:52 PM
PoliticsFar North Mayor's message for Simeon Brown on Māori ward referendums: 'You pay for it'Councils around the country have raised concerns about the cost of holding the polls.12 Sep 06:02 PM
New ZealandStaffing crisis should be addressed before curriculum shift, principals sayMaths and literacy are receiving a big shake-up, but principals say it's too fast.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We just want to be safe' - Horse riders call for vulnerable road user recognitionHorse riders mount campaign to change driver attitudes.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNews in brief from the Far North - Hollie Smith here, tsunami siren test, and holiday programmeNews snippets from the Far North.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandExclusive 'game changing' Road to Recovery event for Far North's leaders is national firstFar North state of the nation event for district's leaders.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North's water storage woes improved with 400th water tank installedThe programme hopes to put in another 200 by the end of the year.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'You're home now': Family, friends farewell 22-year-old killed in Far NorthA woman has been charged with the murder of Arthur James Tahere.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North getting free breast health advice from Breast Cancer Foundation’s Pink CampervanNorth folk to get free breast cancer advice from Pink Caravan.11 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand300 runners in Far North Zone Cross Country finalsFar North cross country champs can compete in regional finals11 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandPickers' paradise: Treasure of classic cars under the hammer from Northland barn findBarn find uncovers 120 classic cars, planes and machinery.11 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandWoolworths should practise what they preach, striking staff sayWoolworths staff are saying their workload is unmanageable and they're not valued.10 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandTwo for one: Classic Taniwha kick off double-header in WhangāreiClassic Taniwha, with former Northland rugby greats, will go against Classic All Blacks.10 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandQuilt and Textile Art Extravaganza on this weekend in WhangāreiThe biennial extravaganza is on this weekend and includes a poignant guest exhibition.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report saysMore than 3400 Northland homes were damaged, with insurance claims of $38m.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North – Tourism awards, Lotto winner and school film festivalNews snippets from the Far North.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandKaitāia paedophile teacher James Parker back before the Parole BoardKaitāia teacher James Parker is seeking parole after sexually abusing 20 boys.09 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandCouncillor urges tight-knit Kaitāia community to give support after homicideA 29-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with murder.08 Sep 07:45 PM
