Far North news
Far North talent shines as Smokefreerockquest returns to Kerikeri
Local act Bandwith Riot won first place.
Eight Northland stores caught selling vapes to under-18s in compliance test
Health authorities say the result is worrying.
Far North news briefs: Foodbank closes, focus on vape harm, and kai resilience boost
News snippets from the Far North.
On The Up: Youth gym transforms lives, offers more than just exercise
The Hua Rangatahi gym started as a small gym in a Kaitaia plaza.
'Planting a future': Whānau unite for river restoration project
Whānau from across Aotearoa planted over 3000 trees along the Wairoa River.
‘Heart and soul’: Miss NZ finalist champions mental health journey
Jade Clifford, 28, is both a nursing student and Miss NZ finalist.
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An epic, wild 218 days: Meet the family of six who walked the length of NZ
An inspiring, astonishing adventure, including being mistaken for missing Marokopa family.
Editorial: Now build it and watch Northland grow
OPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.
Revealed: The three regions where some Sky viewers need extra help, possible new dishes for satellite switch
Sky TV outlines what customers need to do ahead of satellite switchover in mid-April.
Waitangi: Marama Davidson and Chris Hipkins in the limelight - Simon Wilson
OPINION: Grins all round at Waitangi, at least for now.
Working Justice systems behind Northland's drop in ram raids
80 per cent of the ram raids were committed by young people aged 10 to 17.
Long waits for mental health help can be catastrophic for Northland youth
Northland children are waiting 50 per cent longer than adults for mental health services.
Te Aupōuri kaitiaki group honoured for outstanding Northland conservation
The group planted more than 120,000 native plants and installed 16km of fencing.
Sabbatical leave crucial for setting up rural mobile clinic in Far North
More than half of the clinic's Kawakawa patients had been waiting more than 10 months.
From teaching to the skies: Kaitāia teacher graduates as RNZAF officer
Flying Officer Conaglen was inspired to join the RNZAF after her Nana's passing.
Far North council ordered to pay ex-CEO $210k in dispute
The council must pay over $210,000 to former chief executive Blair King.
Blueprint for the future: Kerikeri's new strategic growth plan adopted
The council adopted Te Pātukurea to guide growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa.
'No benefit': Dentist challenges fluoride use in water debate
Residents in the Far North are debating water fluoridation in Kerikeri and Kaitāia.
Car news and advice
New Subaru Crosstrek 2.0L AWD variant priced for value buyers
New model's sharper price is aimed at fleet buyers.
Audi RS 3 & S5 sedans for New Zealand: the boot is back (briefly)
It's a Kiwi return to the traditional sedan shape for the first time since 2018.
Upcoming Mercedes-Benz VLE people mover takes on the Alps with minimal charging
Luxury people mover covers nearly 1100km with only two quick charging stops.
OneRoof property news
Second time lucky: Young couple's squeals of delight after they buy real-life doll’s house
They had missed out on their dream home eight months earlier.
'Bit of a pickle': Council twist turns cute bach into $400,000 off-grid shed
Buyers loved it even though they couldn't live in it.
OCR twist: Will the Reserve Bank surprise homeowners on Wednesday?
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
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Blueprint for the future: Kerikeri's new strategic growth plan adopted
The council adopted Te Pātukurea to guide growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa.
'No benefit': Dentist challenges fluoride use in water debate
Residents in the Far North are debating water fluoridation in Kerikeri and Kaitāia.
Far North news briefs: NRC rates to increase, build your digital knowledge
News snippets from the Far North.
'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealed
Former principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.
Council promises permanent fix for dangerous Kerikeri crossing
A permanent fix for Kerikeri Rd's crossing is planned for next month.
Gone without a trace: Northland's stolen cabin problem
Most thefts were in Kaikohe and Whangārei, with five in Kaikohe.
Far north news in brief: Far North pet registrations, angling boosts economy
News snippets from the Far North.
Council confirms fluoride systems for Kerikeri and Kaitāia water supplies
The Director-General of Health ordered Far North District Council to install the systems.
Cancer survivor raises $13k with 1100km ride for hospice care
Matiu Taingahue completed a 1100km bike ride across New Zealand for charity.
Three bidders confirmed for Northland Expressway PPP
Initial construction work on the next section is set to begin by the end of next year.
'I wouldn't wish it on anyone': Why are victims having to wait until 2027 for justice?
Nine homicide cases this year have added to the delays in the High Court at Whangārei.
Far North news in brief: National average rent drops, Far North Council hosts Kerikeri mini-expo
News snippets from the Far North.
Rural news
'Huge shock': Community mourns beloved postie killed on final delivery
David Bullock, 78, was killed on his last delivery before retiring.
'Amazing achievements': Hawke's Bay Export Awards finalists announced
The winners will be celebrated at Toitoi Hawke’s Bay Arts and Events Centre on July 31.
Seabed mining project sparks alarm over impact on South Taranaki fisheries
Jamie Newell fears silt pollution will damage precious reef ecosystems.