Far North news
Visionary 50-year-old Kerikeri letter had warnings for town's future
The writer bemoans the impact of the motor car.
News briefs from the Far North: 3 jetties upgraded; Brew of Islands returns; and slips close walkway
News snippets from the Far North.
Shared pathway grant will allow cyclists to go from Russell to Horeke in Far North
Work to continue on Russell - Ōpua walking track after $71,500 grant.
New kaupapa Māori hauora and oranga space opens doors
Kaitāia’s new Māori health and wellbeing space He Kura now open.
New Northland Rugby Union chairwoman excited to drive Northland Rugby to be the best
Northland Rugby celebrates new board chairperson
Daily bag limits raised to tackle kina issue
Those battling Northland’s kina barren problem are getting new tools.
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Working Justice systems behind Northland's drop in ram raids
80 per cent of the ram raids were committed by young people aged 10 to 17.
Long waits for mental health help can be catastrophic for Northland youth
Northland children are waiting 50 per cent longer than adults for mental health services.
Homeowner forced to make sign after scammer sends unknowing victims to house
“I felt really sorry for them and some of them were really pissed off and upset.”
Risks at leased property prompt SPCA’s permanent closure, ‘exhaust’ local charity
A Kaitāia charity is exhausted by demand following the SPCA centre's permanent closure.
Northland trails offer a starting point for cycle touring trend
A look at Northland's cycle touring offering and its lucrative potential.
Opinion: Kermadecs no sanctuary from obligations to Māori
Opinion: Hui on massive no-fish zone northeast of New Zealand faces a few hooks.
‘This is unusual': Parent flip-flops on drowsy daughter’s condition in attempted murder trial
The parent came home to find their partner overdosed on drugs and slumped over in a chair.
Far North news in brief: Northland in the running for Six60 gig
The latest news bites from around the region.
Cat chaos at Far North pensioner flats in council sights
A woman says up to 50 wild cats live under and around her flat.
Brain injury battle: Court overturns ACC decision cutting payments
Despite numerous practitioners advising he was unfit for work, ACC disagreed.
Kawakawa's quirky, colourful Hundertwasser loos get Heritage NZ plaque to mark status
Heritage NZ plaque to recognise Kawakawa Hundertwasser toilets' status
Five gold medals at major international awards for Kiwi winery
Northland winery The Landing Wine wins big at international awards.
Poor work blamed for Cape Rēinga slip, while climate change floods track
Fill which was poorly placed, then paved over, contributed to the slip in May 2023.
Far North news in brief: The Chase star show sells out; Hunt for top workplace dog
The latest news bites from around the region.
Car news & advice
Skoda Elroq EV-SUV makes surprise run at final stage of Tour de France
Elroq is Skoda's new compact SUV - an electric alternative to Karoq.
Hyundai i30 N gets tech and safety upgrades for 2024
Hyundai's hot hatch gets a tech upgrade and more standard kit.
New Xiaomi SU7 Ultra emerges as potent 1138kW track weapon
The Chinese tech giant better known for its phones reveals a surprise supercar.
OneRoof property news
French-inspired chateau at elite Kiwi rowing spot sells for close to $5m
Business couple plan to renovate the sprawling lakeside mansion.
Why Aussie house prices hit a new high (and NZ's housing market is in a slump)
Australia has enjoyed 18 solid months of price growth.
Fixed rates of 5%? The case for interest rates to fall hard and fall fast is growing
Pressure on the Reserve Bank is growing.
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Poor work blamed for Cape Rēinga slip, while climate change floods track
Fill which was poorly placed, then paved over, contributed to the slip in May 2023.
Far North news in brief: The Chase star show sells out; Hunt for top workplace dog
The latest news bites from around the region.
Work starts on another Far North solar farm
Pukenui Solar Farm set to power up next year.
Cold North - region suffers chilliest day of year - so far
Chilly winter morning for Northland is 6C below norm
News briefs from the Far North - 42 tsunami sirens, seal silly season and food security
News snippets from the Far North
Anzac Day is muse for Far North mouth painter Kevin Griffiths
'I’ve always loved poppies because of the association with Anzac Day.'
Controversial subdivision signed off - but homeowners won't be allowed cats or dogs
119 homes will be built on a sprawling piece of land within a kiwi habitat.
Too much! It's raining wild cats and kittens in Far North pensioner's garden
50 wild cats too much for Far North pensioner in council flat
Kaitāia College’s seniors forage in ancient garden at their ball
160 students enjoy Kaitāia College's Senior Ball
Te Hiku Community Board grants more than $85k for projects
The funding includes $20k for sports hub pool equipment.
Skipper fined $131k for Russell ferry crash that paralysed captain
'The message for other skippers is, it is your responsibility to stay alert.'
News briefs from the Far North: 45 new citizens; infrastructure funding available; and firearm discharged
News snippets from the Far North
Rural news
'Bit of sacrifice': Brothers tackle Dry July to support dad's cancer fight
The Plunkett Boys are known for enjoying a drink or two, so Dry July has been a challenge.
NZ sheep dog trialling legend dies in farm accident
The New Zealand Sheep dog training captain was killed in an ATV crash on Monday.
Farmer Tom Plunkett on doing Dry July for his dad
Damien O'Connor, Su McCluskey, Tom Plunkett, Sirma Karapeeva.
Agriculture plays big role in decreased greenhouse gas emissions
Manufacturing second to agriculture in emissions decreases.
A strong crop of finalists for 2024 Arable Awards
The awards celebrate 'all that’s good in our arable sector'.
ECan chairman to face council as his future is debated
Councillors are set to discuss Peter Scott's role tomorrow.