New bridge to ease flooding in Moerewa, Ōtiria
The Pokapu Bridge rebuild should help ease flooding in two Northland towns.
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News in brief: Surf lifesavers back; Māori Battalion medals; five injured in crash
Catch up on new from around the region.
Kaitāia boxing champ Mea Motu confident ahead of big fight
Motu said she was dedicating the fight to her Te Rarawa iwi and 'Pukepoto hard.'
Love over lawns - Kaitāia's free community cuts cut for wedding
Kaitāia's Joel Cross is suspending his free community lawnmowing service for love.
Poacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fishery
A boat and dive gear were seized and the man is likely to face prosecution.
Bay News: Call for sailing competitors; Northland Chess Championship returns
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Ancient game of chess on show at Northland Chess Championship
Bad bishops, gambits and howlers likely in Kerikeri this month.
'It’s such a privilege and honour' Northlander proud to lead the Kiwis into battle
From Hokianga to leading your country — James Fisher-Harris captains Kiwis
Whangārei's Wiremu Neho named community golf coach of the year
Several of his prodigies have reached high performance levels nationally.
Far North news in brief: Stolen defibrillator found, Twin Bridges closure and free workshops
News snippets from the Far North
From water to wine: The story of Dancing Petrel
A lifestyle change led to couple producing award-winning wines.
'Humbled and honoured' New MPs ready to get to work for region
There are lots of challenges ahead for the new MPs.
'Scary': Calls for more police after Ruakākā homicide investigation launched
Ruakākā homicide inquiry: Locals from small community want increased police presence
New Kaitāia community driver testing officer to help learner drivers
Community driver testing officer for Kaitāia will make things easier for learner drivers
Far North news in brief: Far Far North on TV, Angel bears help and Ladies Night coming
News snippets from the Far North.
Climate change exhibition to be opened by UK envoy
Trouble in Paradise – Climate Change in the Pacific exhibition on show in Kerikeri.
Bay News: Celebrating Suffrage Day, and gardening club celebrates 75 years
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Restoring mauri of Northland's Te-Oneroa-a-Tōhe/Ninety Mile Beach a priority
Future of the beach is focus of watershed Kaitāia meeting.
Pink Ribbon Street Appeal needs more Northlanders
More Northland volunteers needed for street appeal
Whangārei Fight Night will see Matt Matich step into the ring under world title bouts
Fights could lead to more bouts for Matt Matich and Jerome Pampellome.
News briefs from the Far North - Sailing Week, Pokapu Rd bridge and community board funding
News snippets from the Far North.
Ngāpuhi and Far North Holdings combine for unique Kaikohe housing project
Sixty new homes in Kaikohe from first-of-its-kind development.
Govt gives $5.4 million for Kaitāia Airport work
The National Resilience Plan funding is for urgent maintenance and upgrading.
'I’ll make it work' - Christopher Luxon answers Winston questions during visit to Northland
Many who approached said they were voting for him or had already done so.
Enjoying It! in Paihia, having a great day out
Something for everyone at popular event.
Kaitāia Airport is vital to the Far North, but CBD safety a concern: business leader
Kaitāia Airport’s future vital for the area, but CBD security and safety needs addressing.
After 2016 fire, Kerikeri Squash Club to finally open new HQ
Kerikeri Squash Club opening new clubrooms after devastating 2016 fire.
Far North news in brief: Black Seeds coming, Hundertwasser safety signs and Te Tai Tokerau debate
News snippets from the Far North.
Record temperatures for Far North in warmest September reported
September brought some of the Far North's hottest days for the month.
Quick action sees police return classic Chevy within hours of it being stolen
$80,000 classic Chevy returned to Far North owner after thief spotted making hand signals.
Lifesaving defibrillator stolen from Paihia
Paihia defibrillator that has already saved one life stolen.
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
News briefs from the Far North - RDA saddles up, seniors expo, Lotto win and safety workshop
News snippets from the Far North.
Awanui Day time for tiny Far North town to shine
Beautiful tiny Far North town to celebrate Awanui Day.