Latest from Far North District

'Hardworking, joyful' Vanuatu community celebrates independence day

Hardworking Vanuatu fruitpickers stuck in Northland since March 2020 by Covid pandemic.

Faulty towbar: Firm ordered to pay $200k over crash that killed 9yo girl

Whangārei-based logistics company to pay reparation to family of 9-year-old girl.

Fantastic paddlers: Te Tai Tokerau waka ama athletes take on the world

Northland waka ama athletes are heading to London to compete in the World Sprint Champs.

'You can't find anyone': Covid on the back-burner as staff shortages becomes major concern for businesses

Northland businesses are cutting hours as vacancies have become difficult to fill.

Two die in fatal crash on SH1; one person drowns

The serious crash happened at around 5.40pm on Wednesday night.

Students return to school amid 'a mixture of Covid-19, the nasty flu, and disastrous weather'

Northland schools try to keep the doors open despite staff shortages and wet weather.

Meningococcal cases in Northland: How to protect kids from dangerous infection

Four cases of meningococcal disease were detected in Northland in the last month.

Māori TV advocate makes hall of fame

For 30 years Rhonda Kite has been giving relentlessly to New Zealand's creative industry

New netball team has positive impact on small Northland community

A netball grant helped a rural Far North community set up its first team since the 80s.

Teen's mum praises 'hero' mates after freak skate accident

Injured skater's friends stopped the bleeding, called 111, kept calm and stuck with him.

Watch: Gone in 60 seconds - thieves loot store's cigarette shelves

Terrified worker hides in back room as four males strip tobacco products.

More people seeking help to rehome pets due to soaring living costs

More pets are being surrendered as Northlanders struggle with the cost of living.

In a shocking state: Motorists seek compo for damage incurred on state highways

Irate motorists want compensation after suffering vehicle damage on Northland roads.

'So, my personal life has been largely on hold' Principals' celebrated for their work since Covid-19

'Tu Meke Tumuaki' week is celebrating the work of Northland principals.

Northland mum teaches how to save money and still make good, healthy kai

Haurora Wānanga is part of the winter wellness campaign encouraging a healthy lifestyle.

'Twindemic' of Covid, flu hammering Northland schools

At Kerikeri High, Northland's biggest school, up to 30 teachers are off sick each day.

Whangārei man discovers winning Lotto ticket in his wallet a week later

A week passed before the man realised he should check the Lotto ticket in his wallet.

'They will have one glance at us and will change direction or cross the road': Whangarei queer teens face homophobia

The Library Gays in Whangarei was formed to create a safe space for queer teens.