Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says fishing is his 'birthright' and offers support for fishing contest
Fisheries Minister wants police to ensure Far North fishing comp goes ahead.
Fisheries Minister wants police to ensure Far North fishing comp goes ahead.
Despite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.
Northland's student population is sitting at 31,118.
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News snippets from the Far North
However, Ngāti Kahu's chair says the views shared are not an official statement from iwi.
A high tide and large swells trapped the family inside a cave during a beach outing.
As of 2023, 10,817 children were home-educated - about 1.2 per cent of all enrolled kids.
OPINION: I do find some comfort in believing there is something “up there” when we die.
Colin Thorne knocked off the major milestone to celebrate turning 100.
Not only did Henry Bedell present to council, he also wrote to the Minister of Health.
Data shows that vehicle thefts peak between 10pm and 5am.
Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey part of three-man world record.
Far North kiwifruit harvest needs hundreds of people to fill vital jobs.
Roadworks are being done on detours, but not everyone believes they'll be up to scratch.
OPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.
Residents say Onerahi Scout Den sat derelict for years ahead of fire.
As Treasure Island's owner looks to move on, a new book captures the vast memories.
OPINION: "We love to sleep. To deprive someone of sleep is a form of torture."
News snippets from Northland
The move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.
Cooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.
Swells of up to 3m have been issued for the entire east coast of the North Island.
The latest news bites from around the region.
'The way it was lying made it look like a snake. Neither of us wanted to get too close...'
Bad news - muggy overnight temperatures will continue until Sunday.
Pole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.
The crash between Auckland and Whangārei occurred at midday on Thursday.
The man was reportedly pulled unconscious from the water.