Far North principals - school lunch programme has profound, positive impact
Principals from Far North kura in the Ngāti Hine rohe say school lunches vital
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Elderly in Far North will have to give up homes over massive rates rise - Grey Power
Grey Power says 16.5 per cent Far North rates rise will see the elderly sell up.
Far North facing 30pc rates increase over three years with 16.5pc rise first up
16.5 per cent rates first of three for Far North District Council
Bay of Islands outlets accused of selling alcohol to minors
Police say no one checked the ID of 17-year-olds.
Boatie who sank historic Russell ferry pleads guilty
The crash sank a historic ferry and critically injured its skipper Bill Elliot, 77.
Far North folk asked how they want to be represented on council
The Far North's review is a chance for people to say how they want to be represented.
Far North businesses have plan to attract people during Brynderwyns closure
Hope publicity campaign will bring people to the Far North during SH1 closure.
News briefs from Northland - shellfish warning, Canopy Night Market back and boating disaster averted
News snippets from Northland
'Bustling': Bay of Islands welcomes holiday crowds after big setbacks
Tourist towns such as Paihia and Russell are filling up with international visitors.
Dead wallabies spotted on side of roads: Northland urged to be alert for pest
Evidence suggests the wallaby sightings are genuine.
Charges laid against powerboat skipper after collision with Blue Ferry
The iconic Blue Ferry sank on April 13 after a collision involving the powerboat.
Northland house prices join trend in nationwide growth
Whangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.
'We came back big time': In testy victory lap Winston Peters berates media, remains coy about future
The New Zealand First leader has returned his party to Parliament.
Election night with Winston Peters - a plea for a truce and a pathway for our nation
OPINION: NZ First's Bay of Islands election night parties and what to expect after voting.
Far North news in brief: Meet candidates, community grants dished out and scam warning
News snippets from the Far North.
Angry Far North ratepayers told to be patient over huge rates rise concerns
Record complaints over Far North's latest rates rises.
Full day of music, food and fun at Bay of Islands’ it! Festival
Bay of Islands it! Festival to deliver top music, food and beverages.
Northland's wandering dog problem likely cause of kiwi deaths
Northland's wandering dog problem apparently continues to cost kiwi lives.
Bay of Islands abuzz ahead of record cruise ship season
Bay of Islands to benefit from record cruise ship season.
Region pinned firmly on foodie map in Cuisine Good Food Guide
Seven Northland restaurants have been named in the prestigious Cuisine Good Food Guide.
Jobs for those keen to be part of Northland electorate's 2023 general election team
Northland electorate has jobs for people wanting to be part of 2023 general election team.
'Graceful lady' takes to the water in wake of ferry destroyed in collision
Te Kuia's owner was sad to the iconic boat go but comforted she is in the Elliotts' hands.
Russell or Kororāreka? Historic town on cusp of finding out name fate
A final decision on the fate of Russell's name may be mere weeks away.
Community-built bike path aims to keep riders safe and boost health
Once complete, the shared path will stretch from Russell to the ferry landing at Ōkiato.
Far North Mayor Moko Tepania humble in the global spotlight
Far North Mayor Moko Tepania has been nominated for a global Politician of the Year Award.
Time traveller from the age of dinosaurs returns to Bay of Islands
Wētāpunga, the world’s second-biggest insect species, can weigh as much as a small bird.
Northland bucking the slow housing market trend
Te Tai Tokerau is one of three regions that enjoyed a lift in house prices
Empty dinghy with outboard running in Bay of Islands sees search operation
Boatie considered himself 'very lucky to be alive', police officer says.
Awards celebrate the best of region's hospitality
Awards night an outstanding success for Russell with the town claiming 8 out of 15 titles.
Showers and cloudy periods in store for Northland after storm eases
A catamaran broke free of its mooring and thousands were without power in Northland.
Heavy winds rip off roof of NZ's oldest operating restaurant
Roof off, boat sinking, but worst of storm passes Northland.
Horror ferry crash: Skipper suffered broken neck; family say he’s buoyed by kind support
Bill Elliott, 77, remains in hospital after the collision.
Why are Whangārei petrol prices higher than rest of the country?
Motorists and mayor angry at Whangārei's high petrol prices.