Far North District Council reveals plans for supplementary water supplies
Fresh concerns have been raised about the Far North's water shortages.
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Ruakākā Community Summer Festival success
Fun in the sun at Ruakākā Community Summer Festival.
King smashes Pouto Lighthouse Challenge
King, who only started running two years ago, has done 15 half marathons and two full.
Spectacular Six60 show in Whangārei
There was a great vibe at the Six60 concert in Whangārei.
A century of heritage at iconic Northland baches
A century of heritage at iconic Northland baches.
ASB Stadium to become McKay Stadium
Founded in 1936, McKay is the first local sponsor since the Northern Advocate in 2004.
News briefs: Waka rescue, winning lotto ticket from Northland
Waka breaks up but paddlers all wearing life jackets and activate locator beacon.
Opinion: Academy revamp just the first step
We can pat ourselves on the back as much as we like - but there is still work to be done.
Meet Northland's young cycling hotshots
Being from Northland has not held these five cyclists back one bit.
'Enjoy your love' - couple celebrating 65th wedding anniversary
Ngunguru couple Ruby and Barry McKay are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary.
Fast-moving grass fire sparks warning
About 10 fire appliances and 35 to 40 firefighters attended the blaze.
Desperate for water: Residents describe life in drought zone
Extreme water shortages and a scorching summer are proving a tough mix for Northland.
Harold the Giraffe needs your help
Harold's Far North classroom is the only one in the country yet to be upgraded.
Man jailed for dangerous driving that killed innocent woman
Randall Wilson didn't pay for $108 in fuel and drove off, killing an innocent driver.
Showjumping opens secondary schools sport
It looks like our young sportspeople will have a very busy schedule in the coming weeks.
Blue penguin dies from dog attack wounds
A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.
Northland infrastructure spend could see 10 years of SH1 roadworks
Northland infrastructure spend could see 10 years of SH1 roadworks
Foster Hope among three finalists for community awards
Charity gives out backpacks full of essentials to kids in foster care.
Far North fights 100 fires so far this year - despite total fire ban
"Some in our communities are choosing to blatantly ignore the risks."
Player retention a priority for new-look academy
The new academy system represents a step forward for the union at the age-group level.
Six60 in Whangārei: What you need to know
The Kiwi band will be supported by LAB, Sons of Zion and Vayne.
News snippets from Northland
SH1 closed over Mangamukas for resurfacing, more Lotto Luck.
Epic horse trek hits stumbling block in Northland
But Larissa Mueller and Sprite have mostly been treated with kindness.
Mussels cook to death as temperatures soar in Northland
Mussels cook to death - as temperatures soar in Northland
Gwen Lawson: Junior singles titles up for grabs
Three Northland bowling greens will see plenty of action this weekend.
NZ Post in Whangārei is on the move
New NZ Post location in Whangārei raises parking concerns.
Poutō Lighthouse Challenge backing cancer fight
Poutō is a special place and this weekend's event is raising funds for a special cause.
Multi-million dollar urban growth corridor Northland to Auckland on the cards
The corridor would be the second in NZ.
Northland drought: $80,000 support a good start
Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor declared a drought on Tuesday.
Young landlubbers get taste of Navy life on Waitangi Day
Students from Whangārei and Kaitaia spent Waitangi Day on Navy vessel.