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News snippets from the Far North
Catch up on what's currently happening around the region.
Charity close to man‘s heart to gain from 1000km cycle ride from Cape Rēinga
A child charity saved Nuk Korako's family being split up, he's now raising funds for it
Russell Forest less 61 feral deer during joint conservation initiative
Efforts to eradicate feral deer from Northland are going well, authorities say
'No one thinks this is a good idea': Bream Bay residents oppose sand mining
DoC warns the sand mining near reserves could harm marine life and endangered seabirds.
‘It’s been an amazing experience’: Northland retirees' tandem e-bike adventure
Retirees cycling 7500km on tandem e-bike for charity raise over $5000 so far.
Far North boxer Mea Motu up for unified boxing world title bout
Northland's Mea Motu fights for multiple world boxing titles in NZ first.
Kāinga Ora shelves controversial 50-home project in Northland
Kāinga Ora spent nearly $900,000 on the 50-home Ruakākā project now on the back burner.
Looking forward to a busy 2025 - Vince Cocurullo
Whangārei will welcome four cruise ships from January 18, boosting the local economy.
How to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyond
Northlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.
Opinion: When forgetfulness is normal, not dementia
OPINION: Forgetting names or where the car's parked are common memory loss symptoms.
‘He was ready to live’: Family mourns adventurer who died in snorkelling tragedy
Daniel Allen, 46, dies snorkelling in Northland; family honours his adventurous spirit.
News in brief: Lucky Lotto players; Community Xmas tree vandalised
The latest news bites from around the region.
Dargaville records lowest annual rainfall as dry spell continues
Record dry weather recorded in parts of Northland, but growers cheer no heavy rain.
'High fire danger': Residents urged to be cautious after Whangārei wildfire
A wildfire near Whangārei has been contained. An investigation continues into its cause.
Joe Bennett: The poetry of a shopping list
From coffee to Hayfexo: Exploring humanity through a Tuesday shopping list.
BBC’s Mammals series features false killer whales filmed in Northland
Rare footage of NZ false killer whales to air on BBC's Mammals this weekend.
'Emotional train wreck': Skipper's ordeal after ketch left to drift
Yachtie says his $250,000 ketch is adrift off Northland after rescuers failed to secure it
‘A safe place’ - Far North town unsettled following alleged shooting
One man was critically injured on Wednesday morning in Mangōnui.
Firefighters thanked as Whangārei fire brought under control
The fire, which covered 20ha on Thursday, is now under control.
Dangerous driving incident - man charged after allegedly failing to stop
Charges included unlawful possession of ammunition and refusing to give blood.
Buyers go ‘nuts’ for A-Frame home - ‘I could have sold it a couple of times over’
1960s-era design has a cult following in New Zealand.
Whangārei fire: Home still under threat, firefighting efforts to stretch across three days
The cause of the fire is not yet know but an investigation will take place on Friday.
‘Really disruptive’: Northland businesses hit hard by fibre outage
Northland businesses hit by 12-hour internet outage after digger damages fibre cable.
Mystery of carving found washed up on Northland beach solved
But how it ended up in the sea remains a mystery.
Popular Puketi Forest Kauri Challenge back this month
The annual tramp in the Far North is not for beginners.
Pylon collapse shows need for upgrade of Northland's electricity network
Plans to boost Northland's power network after pylon collapse.
Northland on alert after fruit fly found in Auckland
The main horticulture areas are around Kerikeri and Maungatapere.
News briefs from the Far North — kayak safety course and Te Hiku jobs online
News snippets from the Far North.
Remembering a good man who lived life to the fullest - John Williamson
Rest in peace Geoff Thomas, you taught us a thing or two.
Death of officer Lyn Fleming raises safety concerns for police
The officer's death has prompted the question, how safe are our cops?
Homecoming for Far North tenor on NZ Youth Choir tour
NZ Youth Choir gives Far North tenor chance to perform close to home
‘Made me cry’: $13k donated to help beloved bulldog recover
Generous readers donate $13,000 after missing bulldog Baby is found in Northland.