Latest from Far North District

Double awards for Northland builder 'good news' in tough times

Homes in Russell and Langs Beach won awards for Oliver Tuck Construction.

'Foolish': Questions raised about feeding sharks at popular swimming spot

People have been feeding sharks in Mangonui for years - but is it wise to continue?

Northland Taniwha's Ranfurly Shield hopes on the line in Napier

It's been nearly 46 years since Northland last won the Shield.

Huge community response: Far North charity recognised for work after Cyclone Gabrielle

The Bald Angels charity in Kerikeri has been recognised for their cyclone recovery work.

Students celebrate Taipa Area School's Matariki event and new Ki o Rahi pitch

New Ki o Rahi pitch for Taipa Area School worth celebrating.

News briefs from the Far North - chainsaws for firefighters, volunteers sought and Bay fundraiser

News snippets form the Far North.

Fundraiser to get Kaitāia darts player to youth world event in England

Kaitāia darts player Jaymie Hilton-Jones needs help to get to World Youth contest.

'Unscrupulous operators are a reality': Northland councils urge caution over granny flat proposal

One council highlighted 'risks this could pose to home-buyers, renters, and ratepayers'.

Commissioners decline plan for rest and service centre on SH1 in Ruakākā

The service centre was designed to cater for truckies heading south on SH1.

Taniwha earn convincing win over Manawatū Turbos

Northland will take on the Magpies in Napier next.

New era beckons for Kellys Bay, Glinks Gully campgrounds

The New Zealand Motor Caravan Association has taken over management of the two sites.

'The Mount Everest of being in the saddle': Northland adventurer takes extreme riding to the world

Ever wanted to ride a yak, reindeer or camel? A Northland adventurer explains how.

Nine Northland restaurants that could be your new [or old] go-tos

The prestigious Cuisine Good Food Guide names the top 300 dining spots countrywide.

Priceless rings returned to grateful owner after son gifts them to classmates

Bonnie's daughter came home from school with a gold ring on her thumb - whose was it?

Driver dead after single-vehicle crash in Whangārei

Police say victim died at the scene and an investigation is now under way.

Kaipara ratepayers face $25k bill after Māori ward abolished

The review is required under new government legislation.

Little stories of Hikurangi featured in student art

Kāinga - Little Stories of Hikurangi is on show until Sunday.

Northland officer investigated for allegedly accessing data and other matters

An 'employment process' found the officer had breached the Police Code of Conduct.