Latest from Far North District

'Get out there and do some scouting': Growers told to watch out for fall armyworm

Northland's relatively warm climate suits the pest, which can eat 350-plus plant species.

Road to be resurfaced one year on from $1.2m roadworks after failing quality standards

Kerikeri Rd in the Far North has to be resurfaced a year after work was done.

New study aims to find effective meth treatments for mana whenua

“We want to know their story on what works and doesn’t, and if not, then why?”

Summer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquette

Northland councils see a spike in complaints about bad dog behaviour every summer.

Calls for accountability for shoddy roads grow as motorists tire of forking out

Waka Kotahi hasn't accepted any claims for vehicle damage in three years.

'There is hope': How a man transformed a life of depression

Northland mental health survivor comes out about his struggles and eventual transformation

Family fun day a success as thousands show their support for emergency services

Kids and adults had fun at the Emergency Services Family Fun Day at Kensington Park.

NZ Events Association votes Whangārei’s Northland Events Centre the best in the country

Where's the best events venue in the country? Right here in Northland!

A doctor, an island and oil: The olive journey of Peter Crelinsten

Peter’s connection with olives harks back to the Maltese island Gozo in the Mediterranean.

'Hopefully there's someone in Government who's listening': Early childcare teachers strike

Whangārei Childcare Centre is one of 100 striking across the country.

Early childhood teachers to Government: 'The system is broken'

Strike action is a last resort to get the Government's attention, one teacher says.

New Te Tai Tokerau MP outlines her top priorities for the next three years.

Mariameno Kapa-Kīngi is honoured that people have put faith in her.

NCEA 2023: How to make it through exam time

Exam time can be stressful and busy.

'Massive benefits': Businesses praise four-day work week, wish they'd done it sooner

More Northland businesses embrace the change and only regret they didn't do it sooner.

Expert tracker Fawn: The latest addition to the police force

Police dog Fawn leading the way for the police force with its tracking expertise.

One man's drive to help Whangārei’s homeless leads to world stage

Pehi is representing his country again.

Well-known businessman takes out the Business Hall of Fame award

The Northland Business Excellence Awards winners have been announced.

Incoming MP insists National 'committed' to Whangārei Hospital upgrade

The long-planned project is on track to begin in 2026.