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Far North news in brief: Kapa haka, ferry ramp upgrade and not guilty plea
News snippets from the Far North.
Cat-astrophe: Northland groups welcome report recommending mandatory desexing
Animal welfare groups are backing a report that would make desexing cats mandatory.
Big medal return for Kaitāia Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu club at Northern Champs
Kaitāia club wins big at national comp, despite only opening 15 months ago.
Northland's Mea Motu and Lani Daniels defending world boxing titles on Saturday
Asthma won't stop Kaitāia's Mea Motu defending her IBO super bantamweight title.
Business cops $405k penalty after tourist's death in ‘horrific’ sand boarding incident
Big $405K penalty for Far North tour company after death of tourist on sand dunes.
Kororāreka Marae Komiti introduces fifth three-month fishing rāhui in Bay of Islands
Three-month fishing rāhui in Bay of Islands to help reinstate fishery stocks.
Victim allegedly forced to dig her own grave: Two more charged in kidnapping case
The victim was allegedly subjected to numerous assaults and forced to dig her own grave.
Woman accused of hitting her grandchildren with hockey stick
Grandmother lined up grandchildren for a smack or slap to discipline them, she says.
Letter penned to WDC and Kāinga Ora over Kensington social housing proposal
There's concerns around the proposed size of the buildings, traffic issues and stormwater.
Dawn raids short film tackles one of NZ’s darkest periods
Short film shows the events from the raw perspective of those who had to hide.
Compulsory teaching requirements won't work, educators say
The one size fits all approach toward students is being labelled 'unrealistic' by some.
71 years old and still saving lives: Meet Ruawai's veteran firefighter
Firefighter determined to carry on until the next crop of firefighters emerge.
Northland news in brief: Sunflower competition sprouts; Green Party events lined up
The latest news bites from around the region.
Comment: We could be the answer to the problem of unlocking economic potential
OPINION: Keep asking, “Who could help us with this?” It could be us.
Dun Mihaka remembered as a relentless fighter for justice
Te reo Māori advocate and Māori rights activist Te Ringa Mangu 'Dun' Mihaka has died.
Who dunnit: Phone booth gifted by late mother stolen
A reward is offered for the return of a stolen phone booth in Northland.
'They've been missing for about 200 years': Giant wētā return to Bay of Islands
Over 300 juvenile wētāpunga were released onto two islands in the Bay of Islands.
Hokianga hui first step in new Northland biodiversity protection pilot
Northland has been chosen as one of three Government pilot regions.
Home of convicted Northland farmer Allan Titford destroyed in arson attack
Kaikohe arson: Home belonged to jailed farmer Allan Titford.
Kaipara mayor shuts down claim he misled council over Julian Batchelor
The claim was made after Julian Batchelor made a surprise appearance at a council meeting.
Kāitāia Christmas parade organisers say event at risk
Poor crowd behaviour, lack of resources risk shelving popular community Xmas event
'Fatal for the sector': Percentage of funding for Northland GPs revealed
Northland GPs hit out at Te Whatu Ora over funding shortfall.
Nothing beats history between old mates
Catching up with an old friend made my day, and his.
Far North news in brief: Hospice donation, Lotto win and cat control help
News snippets from across the Far North.
At 75, most have retired - but it means a new Mangōnui restaurant for 'retired' winemaker
New fine-dining place in Mangōnui to feature award-winning wines made by owner.
Angry Far North ratepayers told to be patient over huge rates rise concerns
Record complaints over Far North's latest rates rises.
Northland news in brief: Warrant out for anti-mandate campaigner; teachers accept pay offer
The latest news bites from around the region.
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.
'It was like watching a movie': Off-duty lifeguard hailed for dramatic dog rescue
A trip to the beach took a sour turn when a pet dog plunged over a cliff into surf.
Firefighters rescue elderly resident after fire breaks out in bedroom
Fire and Emergency crew advise the public on having predetermined escape plans.
$405,000 in fine, reparation, costs for Far North company over sandboarding tourist's death
Sand Safari tour company sentenced over Te Paki sandboarding death.
Watch: Dog trapped by waves at Langs Beach safely rescued
Raro the dog needed rescuing after falling off a cliff near Langs Beach. Video / Liz Mackie
Theft in broad daylight leaves an elderly woman distraught
Police are investigating an incident where an elderly woman had her valuables stolen.