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News briefs from the Far North - Sailing Week, Pokapu Rd bridge and community board funding
News snippets from the Far North.
News in brief: Northland Chess Championship returns; police investigating Ruakākā burglary
The latest news bites from around the region.
Govt gives $5.4 million for Kaitāia Airport work
The National Resilience Plan funding is for urgent maintenance and upgrading.
Vince Cocurullo: Big city problems are small city problems, too
Our communities all need access to the same basic services.
Homelessness, family farms, connectivity, GPs - the concerns of Northland towns
Small-town Northlanders often feel forgotten. They are hoping for change this election.
Joe Bennett: Is our smokefree crusade just a vanity project?
'What a virtuous little nation we are.'
News in brief: Warning after grass fire; quad biker driver seriously injured
The latest news bites from around the region.
Brent Eastwood: Exciting new chapter for surf life saving
OPINION: There are opportunities for everyone to get involved.
Dismal wellbeing report: Experts reveal why we may be feeling burned out
Wellbeing experts offer tips on how to improve selfcare following few years of challenges.
SH1 cleared after crash in Oakleigh
People are being warned to expect delays after a crash took place this afternoon.
Nation on alert after Northland resident tested positive for measles
Northlanders are being asked to monitor for measles symptoms after one confirmed case.
Far North Mayor Moko Tepania receives award for being one of world’s top young politicians
Tepania made history last year as the youngest and first Māori Far North mayor elected.
Wyn Drabble: Computer rage a modern necessary evil
Despite the rage they can cause, it would now be hard to imagine life without computers.
Social supermarket running on empty as it fields around 50 calls for help a day
155 Whare Kai manager Samantha Cassidy says the demand for food grows year-on-year.
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.
Whangārei District Council baulks over Govt fluoridation mandate
A council that did not comply risked being fined up to $200,000 under the Health Act 1956.
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.
Northland news in brief: Drop-in sessions over Kamo Rd T2 lane; person assaulted in Dargaville
The latest news bites from around the region.
Record temperatures for Far North in warmest September reported
September brought some of the Far North's hottest days for the month.
John Williamson: Parking strategy or war on cars
OPINION: WDC should be factoring more technology into its strategy.
Whangārei colder than Invercargill overnight: Northland catches a chill
A colder than normal October is on the cards.
Northland news in brief: Out-of-this-world show for kids; NRC's ambitious carbon emission plan
The latest news bites from around the region.
'My heart was pounding, I was shaking': Fears women are being targeted on rural roads
More women have come forward to share their alarming encounters with a lone motorist.
General election countdown: Meet the candidates vying for the Northland electorate
Northland candidates answer three questions critical for voters to know the answers to.
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.
Seeing red: Cause of shocking colour in Bay of Islands estuary revealed
"The damage we do now is going to catch up with future generations.”
Northland news in brief: Christmas Kai Box searching for donation drop-off locations
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kevin Page: The weather keeps raining on my birthday parade
Any 'big' birthday you are required by law to get away from it all and go on holiday.
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.
'E. coli is spread right down the region': New data highlights biggest issues with Northland's rivers and lakes
A new report highlights the biggest problems facing Northland rivers and lakes.