Myjanne Jensen is a reporter based in the Far North. She loves hearing the stories of people from all walks of life and feels it is a privilege to be able to share their experiences with the world.
Born in Australia (of Māori-Danish descent) Myjanne have more than 15 years of media experience spanning across print, radio, video and digital, as well as experience in public relations and corporate communications. Her deep-held curiosity about human behaviour is ultimately at the core of why she became a journalist. Myjanne absolutely lovea hearing the stories of people from all walks of life and feels it is a privilege to be able to share their experiences with the world. She see creating awareness about various issues is her way of giving back and serving the community. Myjanne also has a knack for making people feel at ease and safe to be vulnerable and share with her sometimes the most intimate details of their lives. With that privilege comes a huge amount of responsibility and she takes great care to tell their stories with sensitivity and respect. Myjanne loves exploring quirky and "taboo" topics and is inspired by journalists such as the BBC's Louis Theroux who push the boundaries of storytelling.
Adopt a Granny programme to help elderly with extra food and social support
The initiative started in response to some elderly going without food.
'Unifying us as a country': Matariki becoming a 'marker' of our national identity
Matariki public holiday inspires kotahitanga (oneness) and recognition of mātauranga Māori
What's on: Events range from a manu comp to viewing the Puanga and Matariki stars
A guide to what's on and where to look for Puanga/Matariki this year.
Whangārei woman smashes 14-year record at athletics championships
The mum of two took home a total of three gold medals and one silver from Fiji.
Stealing from kids - Far North pupils lose money raised for camp in burglary
Oruaiti School 'gutted' after funds for end of year camp stolen on Monday morning
Trust calls on donations to help raise remaining funds before June 12 deadline
The trust has until June 12 to come up with the remaining funds.
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.
What I wish I had known would change after becoming a mum
The key to your relationship surviving and thriving as a new parent.
Knowledge of environment helps tackle climate change, says maramataka expert
Te Tai Tōkerau Community Resilience Action Plan is to be adapted throughout the region.
North Hokianga trust looks beyond forestry to a range of kaupapa
Roughly 1800 hectares of land is now fully owned by the North Hokianga hapu-owned trust
Farmers face tough times thanks to drought-like conditions, economic downturn
'I'll be surprised if any Northland farmers make a profit this year.'
All this talk of a recession — but what does it mean for the everyday Kiwi?
The next six months are predicted to be tough, but there is an upside.
First-of-its-kind partnership dedicated to dementia launched in Far North
Data shows Māori are being diagnosed with dementia almost 10 years earlier than non-Māori.
Business agreement fosters eco-system of Māori business excellence
Waka Hourua proving helpful for Māori business owners in Te Tai Tokerau.
Chinese NZers make trip north to honour tragic shipwreck and special bond
The trip helped the visitors explore their cultural connection to New Zealand.
Centenarian and world’s oldest park-runner celebrates 100-year birthday with 5km loop
Colin Thorne knocked off the major milestone to celebrate turning 100.
'Seized up and started to drown': Man rescued from water in Far North
A man has been given CPR, a police officer at the scene said.
Northland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekends
Holidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.
Northland 'shy carrot’s' page views land it in Trade Me's top 10 items
The sheepish vege is among other food items which made the list.
'I felt so disconnected': My journey connecting with my Māoritanga
Myjanne Jensen reflects on exploring her indigenous identity.
Tradie warns stolen tools and gear could spread asbestos
Construction company concerned about spread of asbestos after demolition site break-in
The best place to watch tonight’s rare meteor shower
Hundreds of shooting stars are expected to light the night sky.
Waipū artist scores project of a lifetime with Ed Sheeran
Evan Heasman's work has been shared with the singer's 23 million social media followers.
Thousands turn out to celebrate all things Pasifika at the weekend
The Far North Pasifika Festival celebrates its second year.
Northland house prices join trend in nationwide growth
Whangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.
'I found her as a wreck, a lot like myself at the time': How a WWII vessel buoyed a widower's grief
'I needed a project to help rebuild myself and Kuparu was it.'
World-class haka theatre performance coming to Northland stage
Taurite is all about oneness and finding balance in our busy world.
Sports charity calls for donations of sports gear in time for Christmas
With many feeling the high cost of living, all sports items are welcome, says ReSport.
Sports tournament celebrates 40 years of community
Whānau gather to mark 40 years of Piri Wiremu Mokena Sports Memorial Tournament.
Te Tai Tokerau seat narrowly held by Kelvin Davis, special votes yet to counted
The Labour MP is narrowly in front in the Te Tai Tokerau seat.
Far North waka ama paddlers put Te Hiku on the world stage
The paddlers represented Waka Ama NZ who came out on top at this year's event
Kerikeri beekeepers' love of honey in tough market
The couple practice sustainable beekeeping, tying into the wider theme of Bee Aware Month.
Artist takes out top award at national bladeshow
Te Hiku artist carving a name for himself as top knife maker
"If you’re having a good hair day, you can take on the world!”
PJ's Hair Studio's kaupapa is when people look good, they feel good.
Rising star reporter loves telling stories through te ao Māori lens
The Hui's D'Angelo Martin was once told he'd never go far with te reo Māori.
Election 2023: Would-be MPs make pitches to Northlanders
All party candidates except for two were present on the night
Pouto farmers sink teeth into reviving dentistry in Dargaville
The Pouto Peninsula couple want to give back by providing the much-needed health service
Kāitāia Christmas parade organisers say event at risk
Poor crowd behaviour, lack of resources risk shelving popular community Xmas event
'I think the future of film is up here now': Stars turnout for Far North TV screening
The TV series, Far North, has already been sold to audiences around the world.
Te Whare Oranga pōwhiri
Around 200 people turned out for a special pōwhiri and blessing of Kāitāia's new all-Māori, nurse-led health clinic, Te Whare Oranga.
The new hauora Māori clinic is open to all Te Hiku residents currently without a GP
People from around the country turn up to celebrate opening of Kāitāia's Te Whare Oranga
Groundbreaking all-Māori health clinic takes on GP waitlists
Kaitāia's new clinic will help fill the gap for the thousands without a GP.
Community comes together at Matariki to honour road death victims
Road safety advocates, community providers honour those who have died from road accidents.
Matariki 2023: How to celebrate this weekend
Organisers predicting a larger turnout than 2022 for some events.
Hundreds turn out to official re-opening of Far North church
Ahipara's St Clements Church has officially re-opened following years of restoration.
Kaitāia College choir 'impressed, delighted and captivated'
The Ngā Reo o Kaitāia choir made a big impact at the top choir competition.
Breakthrough tech set to make waves in failing treatment plant
The Taipā sewage facility will trial a small electrocoagulation (EC) technology unit.
Kaitāia Community Airport group want airport lease
The airport working group say they have what it takes to manage Kaitāia Airport.
'Let us never forget their sacrifice': Thousands brave cold-snap to commemorate Anzac Day
As dawn breaks Northlanders commemorates the country's fallen soldiers.
Fatal hit-and-run victim was highly respected kaumātua
Billy Pomare has been named as the victim of a hit-and-run in Kaitāia.
Te Hiku cannabis start-up’s push to legalise cannabis by end of 2024
Cannabis expert says legalisation debate a clash of beliefs/values versus science.
Transformation Project co-design model has potential to be used across Aotearoa
This is a breakthrough for wastewater treatment.
Kaitaia's Torque BJJ academy members fight their way to gold and silver
Far North Jiu Jitsu fighters take out top spots at national competition
World Cup winner Krystal Murray welcomed home by excited crowd in Kaitāia
The Black Ferns prop received a hero's welcome in the Far North with a homecoming parade.
International Polynesian FIBA basketball tournament kicks off in Kaitaia
Kaitaia hosts an international basketball tournament this week.
Far North local business wants to help whānau in need grow their own kai
Grow Your Own Northland wants whānau to do just that with their own kai.
First of its kind holistic community-led recreation and sports hub
New community hub by locals, for locals set to be a game-changer for the region.
Snooker: Far North underdog chalks up shock win
Amateur takes out prestigious national masters tournament
Calls for youth centre, better mental health and addiction services to support children and whanau
Calls for a holistic approach to the issue of social deprivation in Kaitaia.
'Some kids are really struggling in our community' says Kaitaia resident
Two small children in Kaitaia found eating food scraps out of rubbish bag.
Volunteer-run info centre in Mangonui looks forward to busy summer season
The info centre is now located across from the famous Mangonui Fish Shop.
Call for better safety measures on Far North roads shared with logging trucks
Shane Hunt says Fisher-Riley Rd not fit for large logging trucks.
Blue sheep, goats and man's best friend turn out for Paparore School fun day
Favourite pets on display at Paparore School's Agricultural Day
Kaitaia students treated to top-class army band performance
NZ Army Band tours Northland schools
Mangamuka Gorge closure: 'This will happen again' says Far North deputy mayor
The Gorge's future looks uncertain with alternate routes likely to be sought: Ann Court.
Karikari resident hopes to reach whānau of Te Kao elders who met the Queen
Yerkovich wants Te Kao descendants to know story about their tūpuna visiting the Queen
Firefighters save man trapped on car roof in raging torrent
Mopping up set to begin today after more than a month's rain in 48 hours in some areas.
Kaitaia College's Jazz Waka receive bronze in 2022 KBB Music Festival
The Kaitaia College jazz ensemble is considering international opportunities.
Awanui defeat Eastern United in tit-for-tat grand final
Awanui's assistant coach says the Mangonui grand final was their best game of the season.
'Historic' occasion for Far North league as Waipapakauri Bombers defeat Otāngārei Knights in grand final
TRL grand final draws huge crowd at Waipapakauri Domain at the weekend.
BOI businessman and pilot to stand for Far North mayor
Joshua Riley says he is part of a growing group of people who are fed up with FNDC.
'It's not feasible for other operators to open' says Kerikeri Aged Care director
The aged care sector crisis bubbles on, despite pleas to government for change.
Residents clean up mess of stolen car stranded at Ahiparapara beach
Ahipara locals take it upon themselves to remove stolen car from beach
Northland sun shines bright as Ricky Houghton is laid to rest
Hundreds gathered in the Far North to farewell Far North rangatira Ricky Houghton.
Rongo app helps you say it right
Te Hiku media launches an app to help people pronounce te reo Māori words.
Kaitaia's Manaaki Hoepo fights to find love and win 100k on reality tv show
Season 3 of Heartbreak Island set to feature former Kaitaia College head boy
Potholes, broken cars - a day in the life of Far North roads
Far North residents say more needs to be done to fix our roads
Te Hiku Manukōrero- Far North Speech Competition 2022 results
The next wave of Far North school speech contestants rise to the occasion.
Te Aupōuri net 100 jobs per year for rangatahi
Te Aupouri fisheries cohort start training in fisheries sector
Far North students sing their hearts out at top choral competition
Kaitaia College choir is the school's first choir in 26 years.