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Far North council to call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza
Far North councillors to vote on call for immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
World War II relic found in Kerikeri op shop
Kerikeri Hospice Green Shed uncovers historic WWII relic
The Chase quiz star Shaun Wallace to visit Far North
Quiz master Shaun Wallace to take on Far North fans at Kerikeri event.
Another solar farm for Northland, with 4.8MW produced by new Ruawai facility
'As New Zealand’s weather becomes more volatile, engineering at this level is a must.'
Far North students connect to te ao Māori and learn essential life skills
Students learning life skills in the Far North.
Iwi, forest manager call time on illegal rubbish dumping in Far North nature spot
'I won’t tolerate this rubbish and lack of respect for the environment,' says iwi leader.
Civil Aviation Authority to inquire into Northland helicopter crash
Civil Aviation Authority plans to understand what 'exactly' happened and why.
Youths arrested over Far North car-thefts - police thank public for their help
Far North car-theft sprees ended with arrest of four youths
Youths who threatened shop staff following aggravated robbery in Northland, arrested
Speedy Police response locks in four arrests.
Ruawai firefighter opens up on attending ‘horrifying’ fatal crashes in Northland
"Speed is the biggest contributor to most fatal crashes."
Teen taken into custody after numerous car break-ins reported in Northland
"Our message ... is simple. You will be held to account.”
News briefs from the Far North - Building consent success, LTP submissions and writing grants
News snippets from the Far North.
Whangārei house fire considered suspicious, says fire investigator
Locals are used to the derelict home being set alight.
New kina regulations likely after Far North meeting
Far North meeting shows depth of concern over kina barrens, says Fisheries Minister.
Celebrating 135 years of education at Waimamaku
Far North town of Waimamaku celebrates its schooling.
Cameron Leslie heading swim team to Paris
'It’s my fourth Paralympics, but my first in eight years, so it’s very exciting.'
Pathway feels unsafe: Commuter concerns with shared route
Commuters describe their unsafe experiences using the Whangārei shared pathway.
Far North news in brief: Kerikeri flights starting, LTP submissions, SH15 speeds
News snippets from the Far North.
Boost for social housing as Kaikohe units open
Joint venture brings 37 more social homes to Kaikohe.
Students to honour Māori Battalion's war efforts in Italy, Greece and Crete
The trip will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for them all.
Man wanted by police after Tikipunga fatal fire cleared of any suspicion
Police thank the public, Tikipunga homicide investigation continues.
Public donations rake in $140k to keep Whangārei Bird Recovery Centre alive
'This time it was the generosity of the public which saved us.'
Science fair steers path towards bright future for students
Far North science fair ignites passion for scientific exploration.
Top Energy giving Far North power users up to $300 credit on electricity bills
Top Energy is owned by the people of the Far North.
News briefs from the Far North - kina barren talk, Far North open for business and free Wi-Fi
News snippets from the Far North
Kiwi music great Troy Kingi mentoring Far North’s Got Talent contestants
Northland musician keen to nurture Far North's budding stars.
Far North keeps reputation with hottest April temperature recorded in Kaikohe
Kaikohe recorded a temperature of 29.1C in April - the hottest in the country.
Family of missing Northland fisherman keep faith as search continues
Ferzil Babu’s family remember him as a loving husband and a great dad.
Far North news briefs: Enchanter trial begins, good start to duck season, and Māori nursing award
News snippets from the Far North
Former Kaitāia College music teacher Opeloge Ah Sam bringing his powerful stage show north
Powerful stage show Aua e te tagi coming to Far North.
Lower rates rises for Northlanders and extra $40m if GST on rates given back
Northland councils would get extra $40 million annually if GST on rates were returned.
Slow-speed police chase on Far North's 90 Mile Beach nabs suspected ATV thief
The not-so-high-speed pursuit along the beach reached speeds of 30km/h.
Whangārei search: Missing fishermen new to NZ, family spokesperson says
The men, in their mid-30s, had just arrived from India with their wives and children.