Far North health volunteer awarded Queen's Service Medal
Venus Cherrington is retired but still saving lives - and now has a QSM.
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Northland local government, community stalwart recognised in King's Birthday Honours
Malcolm Nicolson has been recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours.
Plea to pet owners to get animals desexed as kittens overwhelm centres
An unusually high number of kittens has stretched Northland rescue centres.
Northland swimming stalwart honoured with QSM
Richard Dunkerton is approaching 50 years of swimming coaching.
Anchorage ban for Bay of Islands cove after major caulerpa find
10-day anchorage and fishing ban at Omakiwi Cove in Govt's biosecurity response.
Fatal crash in Pukenui takes Northland’s road toll to five in a week
The deaths bring Northland’s road toll for the year to 20.
'They tricked me': Scam victim who lost $330k feels he’s failed his wife, kids
"I feel like something horrible is going to happen to my family.”
Northland news in briefs - logging truck flips, cyclone grants, and double murder accused in court
News in briefs from Northland.
Comment: Green Prescription changing people's lives
Carol Ann no longer has a death sentence hanging over her.
Comment: The importance of vigorous physical activity
A challenging exercise session is the perfect panacea to tiredness, fatigue or stress.
Couple married for 70 years share the secret to everlasting love
Their comedic to-and-fro is a key ingredient in their timeless love.
Our Treasures: Keep your hat box on
The popularity of wearing hats made it necessary to develop boxes for storage.
Live like a king this long weekend: Your guide to what's on
Your guide to enjoying what is on offer, from kids' activities to music events.
'She's just our girl': Boxing champ Lani Daniels welcomed home to Pīpīwai
Lani Daniels (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine) is home after winning a world heavyweight title.
Truck flips on SH1 north of Whangārei, spilling logs as long weekend traffic ramps up
The truck crash near Towai didn't result in the road being closed.
Safety call after horrific week on Northland’s roads
Four deaths in two days have safety campaigners urging caution.
Samoan Language Week ends in Northland this weekend
‘Be proud of your language and grounded in your identity.’
Ruakākā double homicide case: Mental health of accused woman in question
The trial of a woman charged with murdering two children has been set for 2025.
'Black sheep of NZ Mayors': Kaipara mayor says Local Government New Zealand exit good move
However, the move has sparked concern with a local government expert.
News in brief: Suspicious house fire investigated, search for teen
The latest news bites from around the region.
Nearly 1900 vehicles stolen in Northland in six months
Ten vehicles per day stolen, police data reveals.
Man charged following stabbing in Moerewa, two dead after crash
The stabbings are reported to have taken place on a back road in Moerewa this afternoon.
Brad Flutey late to court after request for adjournment declined
Flutey requested an adjournment the day prior and then showed up late.
Animals, staff moved from Kaitāia SPCA due to temporary closure over health, safety issues
All animals have been taken to Kerikeri and Whangārei centres while an assessment is done.
Northland junior fiction author a book awards finalist
A Northland author is a finalist in the NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.
Mum's advice pays off as deaf Kerikeri man chosen for World Bowls Championships
Kerikeri bowler Craig McKeogh to play in deaf secton at World Bowls Champs in Scotland
John Williamson: It's a long road that leads to a new road
The need to build new roads has been a controversial question for many years.
News in brief: Hospo industry initiative; Cinema to reopen
The latest news bites from around the region.
Te Kokonga - new six-bed sub-acute mental health unit at Kaitaia Hospital opens
New mental health unit in Kaitaia means tangata whaiora can be treated closer to home
Plan for 16 pou whenua along Far North coast sees sixth carving unveiled
A historic name has been resurrected in the Far North with the Waitahapāua pou whenua.
Work on $20m marina set to start
Preparations are under way for start of work on Whangārei’s Ōkara Marina.
Emily Henderson: Protecting Uretiti Beach for future generations
We have such strong connections to our beaches in Whangārei.
'Kids starting with teeth missing' - Portland School out to improve pupils' oral health
Once a day, tamariki gather in their classes to brush their teeth.
Social housing projects get funded solar panels
‘Having solar panels will make a big difference for those residents.'