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‘It’s real and authentic' – Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro visits Te Kura o Otangarei

Principal Danelle Unuwai said she was proud her kura had been chosen to be a host.

'Loved by all' Remembering beloved showman Eddie Hemara

Northland's beloved popular music showman Eddie Hemara died at the weekend.

85yo farmer accused of causing animals suffering

A Northland man has been charged with a number of animal welfare offences.

‘Completely thrilled’: Shelter dogs adopted by loving families

Betty was adopted by a couple who saw her photo in the Northern Advocate.

‘His body turned white’: Mother on trial for alleged harm to baby left with brain damage

The woman has previously lost a child and said she was worried what people would think.

Police car rammed, man attempting to evade police bitten by police dog

Police were deployed to the area after sightings of a possible vehicle of interest.

Far North’s Mahoe Cheese tastes more success

Bay of Islands cheesemaker gets gold, silver and bronze medals at national awards.

Far North news briefs - tsunami siren test, regional fall, and council fees reviewed

News snippets from the Far North.

Kerikeri’s Nurture by Nature to party like its 2005 after 20 years open

Nurture by Nature early childcare centre in Far North turning 20.

Eviction hopes dashed: Kāinga Ora tenant stays despite a shooting and 25 complaints

Police confirmed a shooting occurred but the tenant didn't engage with them.

Lotto Powerball: One very lucky punter $5.3 million richer

Big wins continue for Lotto players in 2025.

Retirees claim Northland dream property fouled by neighbour’s sewage

Couple believes native trees on their lifestyle block have succumbed to sewage.

Letters: We can't expect teachers to be parents too

OPINION: 'School is about creating an atmosphere where students enjoy learning.'

‘Has not been put before the courts’: Murder case hits legal snag

Man accused of shooting Yvonne Chapman is still in hospital, delaying court appearance.

PM Luxon defends NZDF job cuts plan as India visit ends

The Government is about to release its 15-year plan for NZ's defence spending.

Green shoots: Hundertwasser Art Centre hopes to arrest its financial losses

The centre had 13,000 visitors in the last six months of 2024 and 12,500 this year.

‘Someone was lying’: Man cleared of allegations he raped his former friend

She said it was rape while he argued it was consensual.

Police name man who died in Whangārei homicide

Police say emergency services were called to the house at 5pm on Saturday.