Kerikeri community trust wants pause to social housing plans
Local trust Our Kerikeri wants to press the pause button on Kāinga Ora's plans.
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John Williamson: Politicians need to get serious about Road to Zero
OPINION: 40 per cent of our road deaths involved people not wearing a seatbelt.
Far North pokie machine sinking lid policy working, says district council
No new pokie machines in Far North as council keeps sinking lid policy.
Te Ahu to host Te Hiku Manukorero Far North Speech Comp
Sixteen schools are in the Te Hiku Manukorero Far North Speech Competition.
Te Hiku o te Ika Revitalisation Open Spaces Project gets another $33k
Project that helped transform Kaitāia, Awanui and Ahipara gets funding boost
'Death by a thousand cuts': Mangrove removal for marina angers enviromentalists
A previous campaign was launched 30 years ago to protect the mangroves.
'Once outside the system, you're stuffed': The Alternative Education issue
One AE provider wants to see a more individualised approach for students.
Why tourism offers the best jobs in the world
Amy Simpkin's 15 years in tourism have taught her it's still the best job in the world.
New Whangarei-Kaipara police area commander Maria Nordstrom welcomed
The new Whangārei-Kaipara area commander settles in.
Kevin Page: Mrs P proves a tower of strength against rowdy tourists
We're planning a holiday away.
New fire station at Matauri Bay, while Ōkaihau station gets $600k upgrade
New $1.3m fire station for Cavalli, while Ōkaihau station upgraded.
Kaitāia old boys part of NZDF Blacks team
Kaitāia College duo playing at World Military Rugby Championship in France.
News briefs from the Far North: Album release, plane issues, art on show, sweet donation
News snippets from the Far North.
Cloud nine theme of Kaitāia College senior ball
Senior students at Kaitāia College enjoy out-of-this-world ball.
News in brief: Bittern on the brink; nurses strike canned
The latest news bites from around the region.
Northland's wandering dog problem likely cause of kiwi deaths
Northland's wandering dog problem apparently continues to cost kiwi lives.
News in brief: Hospital's Covid cases not an outbreak, doctor says; Lotto winners in Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Go home Mr Batchelor': Stop Co-Governance meeting greeted by large counter-protest
Whangārei Stop Co-Governance meeting greeted by big protest that delayed start.
Protesters block entrance to Whangārei Stop Co-Governance meeting
Police earlier stopped the meeting from going ahead due to safety concerns.
Residents shocked after 50 trees poisoned at popular tourist spot
The man thought to be responsible believed he was doing the right thing, DoC says.
Tree planting scheme encourages students to care for environment
More than 5000 trees set to be planted across the region under special initiatives.
Whangārei District Council to appeal High Court Three Waters ruling
Whangārei to jointly contest ruling that councils won't get compensation for assets.
Jonny Wilkinson: Basking in the sporting glory of my whānau
Whangārei has a good collection of disabled sporting heroes.
Joe Bennett: A deeper dive into what the return of seals really means
OPINION: Seals are popping up everywhere - even Bunnings Warehouse in Whangārei.
Our Treasures: What will we add to medical quackery?
It amazes me to think how quickly things have changed in the past century.
'It’s an awesome lifestyle': What life's really like as a successful content creator
'You’ve got to hustle to make sure you’re relevant.'
Peaceful rally aims to send message to Stop Co-Governance Tour
Controversial meeting planned for Whangārei on Sunday is also set to attract protesters.
Consistency pays off for Whangārei Silver Ferns star representing NZ in World Cup
Gordon was blown away to get the call saying she’d made the squad.
Carolyn Hansen: Winning the mind game
To get your mind to assist you to reach your goals, stay focused on the solution.
Hospice volunteer signs off after 36 years of helping
North Haven Hospice roles rewarding for helper and way to do something for local people.
News in brief: Whangārei Lotto winner; electrician competition brings spark to city
The latest news bites from around the region.
'They are sleeping all over town': Big push to find permanent shelter for homeless after dark
A temporary night shelter is on the cards but it's a short-term fix, advocate says.
Police appeal: Witnesses to jewellery store robbery asked to come forward
Northland police are appealing for witnesses to come forward following the smash-and-grab.
Iwi ‘flabbergasted’ mayor claimed they were consulted about te reo exclusion
Kaipara mayor maintains he is committed to representing his community "equally".