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Far North Holdings cops heat over plans for public housing in Hikurangi
Hikurangi residents pack hall to hear about community housing plans.
Koast art trail returns, bigger and better with more Far North artists
Doubtless Bay and Hokianga have been added to revamped Koast, The Tai Tokerau Art Trail.
'Silent and savvy': Vietnamese man denies role in cannabis operation
The sophisticated operation was estimated to turn over $24 million a year.
'I don’t want you driving': Daughter told to fly home rather than risk potholed roads
In the past 18 months, 26,350 potholes were reported across the region.
News in brief: Full steam ahead for Gabriel; popular walking track reopens
The latest news bites from around the region.
Lease to operate Kaitāia Airport extended as discussions over long-term future continue
An independent group of Te Hiku locals say they have what it takes to run the airport.
FNDC to adopt tikanga-based approach to move occupiers of land near Te Tii Marae
FNDC successfully seeks High Court order to move occupiers of reserve and accessway.
What the changes to child support payments mean for beneficiaries
Parents will start receiving the payments from August 22 if the liable parent pays.
Dinosaur, gorilla land Kerikeri man in court
The identity of the accused thief has been revealed during a court appearance.
SH1 at Dome Valley re-opens to all traffic
NZTA re-opens Dome Valley after slip cleared.
Call for harbour entrance causeway to fight flooding
London’s Thames River uses causeways.
Vince Cocurullo: Let's promote pride in our district as we celebrate Puanga Matariki
OPINION: The mayor writes that last week the council adopted the 2023-2024 Annual Plan.
Northland news in brief: Principals accept MoE offer; cultural sector funding
The latest news bites from around the region.
Family's narrow escape as fire destroys home - likely cause faulty doughnut machine
The family are struggling to comprehend how quickly their home caught fire.
'Graceful lady' takes to the water in wake of ferry destroyed in collision
Te Kuia's owner was sad to the iconic boat go but comforted she is in the Elliotts' hands.
Your weather this week: A mixed bag for the start of the holidays
It's looking like a mix of weather as the school holidays kick off.
How to hold your own hautapu ceremony this Matariki
It's a good time to think about what you and your whānau will be doing to celebrate.
Last year he was learning to walk again. Now he's competing in the world junior squash championships
'I never thought I would get to this point in squash.'
News in brief: Fundraiser to get deaf bowler to world champs; rates rise in store
The latest news bites from around the region.
Brent Eastwood: New legends of Northland sport
OPINION: A trio of Northland sporting legends have been honoured.
Our Treasures: Matariki at Planetarium North
It's a gateway to the stars and an incredible source of cosmic knowledge.
Celebrating Matariki with the Maramataka Queen
Maramataka’s revival, she believes, is due to people’s feelings of disconnect.
World Cup on home soil a dream for Football Fern Hannah Wilkinson
'It always means the world to represent not only Aotearoa, but Northland as well.'
Northland schools spending money from budgets to help hungry families
KidsCan CEO: "We can’t keep up with demand, and that’s devastating"
Joe Bennett: The plumber’s mission, to defy water, to hold it in check, to enable a world
OPINION: Plumbers are the true water gods of the world.
Carolyn Hansen: It’s all in our state of mind
With the right attitude and action steps, we can develop a growth mindset.
Council approves under-pressure budget including rates rise
'This year’s annual budget is one of compromise.'
Mad rush for discounts at the pump: Fuel prices hike as Govt ends tax cut
Fuel costs rose by 29c a litre at midnight on Friday when the Govt's tax discount ended.
Matariki brings Whangārei marae and Blomfield Special School together
"We are celebrating the first Matariki Puanga event at the marae in Blomfield’s history"
Mayor ice cool as he surprises skaters at pop-up rink
The mayor donned his formal garb to skate some loops at the ice rink.
Light shows, tree planting, crafts and more: Your guide to what's on these holidays
Your guide to what's on in Northland these winter holidays