Urupukapuka Island - a paradise for nature lovers and history buffs
There's so much for locals and visitors to see and do on Urupukapuka Island
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromKaitaia
Police investigate after man dropped off at Dargaville Hospital with serious injuries
A seriously injured man dropped off at Dargaville Hospital has undergone surgery
Will Boxing Day sales be boom or bust? Whangārei retail expert says 'wait and see'
Boxing day sales expected to create even more mayhem than Black Friday
Northland weather: What to expect this Christmas
What does the weather have in store for Northlanders this festive season?
Road tragedy at Horeke
One person died at the scene of a vehicle crash at Horeke, on Saturday morning.
Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route
Far North residents celebrate as Mangamuka Gorge reopens, ending costly detours.
Rāhui in place after man found dead on Far North beach
Hapū have imposed a rahui near Mitimiti Beach after a man's body was found there
Respect and protect: Ngāti Kuri’s plea to summer travellers
Ngāti Kuri highlights need for care as visitor numbers challenge conservation efforts.
Man found dead on Northland beach
The victim was found by a member of the public about 2.30pm.
Police admit errors in handling complaint, assault charge against Kaitāia man
Police acknowledge IPCA findings on the unjustified use of force in the Kaitāia incident.
'Milestone': Iwi celebrate ownership deal for Kaitāia Airport
Kaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.
Govt and iwi secure $5.4m deal for Kaitāia Airport's future
Kaitāia Airport secured for NgāiTakoto with a long-term lease and $5.4m upgrade contract.
Air NZ drops several Northland flights, raising connectivity concerns
Air NZ cuts flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei, raising concerns over Northland's economy.
Northland's first charter school to open under new regime revealed
New charter school Te Rito, Te Kura Taiao, opens in January, teaching in te reo Māori.
Christchurch and Auckland get new charter schools, including French immersion
The five new charter schools include Te Rito in Kaitāia and Ecole Francaise in Auckland.
Kaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement notice
The Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project.
Young couple left with 44c to pay mortgage after bank card fraud
A young mum is warning anyone who finds a bank card to be careful how they advertise it.
Health funding changes more a ‘sticking plaster’ than a real cure - doctors
Doctors warn new funding won’t solve healthcare crisis.
Person found dead after grass fire in Far North township
Police said a neighbour found the person following the fire in Kaitāia.
Tensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch ban
The new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.
Kaitāia market stall gathering views and questions for 2025 Far North District Council election
Kaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections
Spooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym club
A spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.
'The world is starting to take notice': Māori sporting champs inspiring next generation
Kaitāia boxing world champ Mea Motu part of nine-strong Māori sports stars panel M9
190-year-old Te Waimate Mission Station hosting creative Sunday
Far North's Te Waimate Mission Station to hold creative day
Two Northland vets part of Voluntary Bonding Scheme to work in rural practices
The scheme supports graduate vets working in rural practices.
Kerikeri Street Party set to finish half-marathon event in style
Thousands expected to let their hair down post-race.
News briefs from the Far North: Big rescue helicopter donation, Whānau as Leaders for Whānau event, and warm October
News snippets from the Far North.
Spring spruce-up for Kaitāia to welcome summer visitors after Mangamuka reopens
Kaitāia gearing up for big town spring clean for state highway reopening.
'Police will take action': Warning to protesters starting convoys today
Protest organised by advocacy group Toitū te Tiriti started at Cape Rēinga this morning.
Bowel cancers detected at early stage in successful Te Tai Tokerau Bowel Screening Programme
Te Tai Tokerau Bowel Screening Programme saving lives with 89 cancer cases detected
'Chronically underfunded': DoC asks public to pay to save critically endangered species
DoC has enlisted the help of a fundraising organisation to back some critical projects.
Kiwi Christmas Books wants Northlanders to donate new books for region's kids
The charity has three Northland stores collecting books this festive season.
Beautiful Bay of Islands backdrop for Graeme Dingle Foundation's Drop For Youth skydive
The Far North's Courtney Keenan does a skydive for the Graeme Dingle Foundation.
Northlanders really need to talk more openly about suicide prevention worker says
Some believe more open discussion about suicide is a vital tool.