Latest from Far North District

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.

Far North meth lab at centre of nationwide police operation

Seven people were arrested across the country following Operation Campbell.

Exclusive: Police at 'breaking point' threaten to walk off the job

The Police Association says officers are choosing between their jobs and their safety.

'Triumphant and symbolic moment for Northland's international education sector'

Northland prepares to welcome international students for the first time since March 2020.

'I could feel my teeth cracking': Man assaulted after confronting teen troublemakers

A man was left badly bruised after an encounter with a group of youths on a bus.

Big rise in e-scooter ACC claims in Whangārei since Beam trial started

53 new ACC claims in six months of Whangārei e-scooter trial - a four-fold rise.

Renowned Māori astrologer Rereata Makiha reveals best spots to see Matariki

Northlanders gearing up to see the Matariki star cluster may have to adjust their sights.

Deadly night on Northland roads: Two dead, 8 injured in three crashes

Two-car crash blocks state highway in Kaitaia and diversions are in place.

'Pull your head in': Judge to woman who breached home detention

Woman who twice breached home detention pleads with judge to let her stay on the sentence

Graduating teachers carry region's hopes

Tai Tokerau's education graduates share their learning experiences

The council introducing mandatory snip 'n' chip rule for pet cats

The change has received praise from the country's oldest and largest animal welfare group.

Northland's 'tooth fairy' continues long wait for court hearing

Five days of court time needed for Northland's "tooth fairy" case involving 20 witnesses

One person dead and another moderately hurt in Taipa crash

Details are scarce but the Advocate understands two utes were involved in a crash in Taipa