Myjanne Jensen is a reporter based in the Far North. She loves hearing the stories of people from all walks of life and feels it is a privilege to be able to share their experiences with the world.
Born in Australia (of Māori-Danish descent) Myjanne have more than 15 years of media experience spanning across print, radio, video and digital, as well as experience in public relations and corporate communications. Her deep-held curiosity about human behaviour is ultimately at the core of why she became a journalist. Myjanne absolutely lovea hearing the stories of people from all walks of life and feels it is a privilege to be able to share their experiences with the world. She see creating awareness about various issues is her way of giving back and serving the community. Myjanne also has a knack for making people feel at ease and safe to be vulnerable and share with her sometimes the most intimate details of their lives. With that privilege comes a huge amount of responsibility and she takes great care to tell their stories with sensitivity and respect. Myjanne loves exploring quirky and "taboo" topics and is inspired by journalists such as the BBC's Louis Theroux who push the boundaries of storytelling.
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Election 2023: Northland back to National - Te Tai Tokerau result yet to be declared
Grant McCallum takes Northland for National - Kelvin Davis clings on in Te Tai Tokerau.
Kerikeri beekeepers' love of honey in tough market
The couple practice sustainable beekeeping, tying into the wider theme of Bee Aware Month.
Artist takes out top award at national bladeshow
Te Hiku artist carving a name for himself as top knife maker
Rising star reporter loves telling stories through te ao Māori lens
The Hui's D'Angelo Martin was once told he'd never go far with te reo Māori.
Kāitāia Christmas parade organisers say event at risk
Poor crowd behaviour, lack of resources risk shelving popular community Xmas event
The new hauora Māori clinic is open to all Te Hiku residents currently without a GP
People from around the country turn up to celebrate opening of Kāitāia's Te Whare Oranga
Kaikohe personality reflects on 'worst flood in memory' in Kerikeri District
Kaikohe personality Shaun Riley gives presentation on Waipapa floods at local library.
Community spirit shines as Far North cops another downpour
Community spirit shines through during Far North downpour.
Youth initiative aims to empower next generation
Te Hiku rangatahi (youth) are encouraged to join a new advisory board.
Kaitāia hosts national conference for business and professional women
The 2023 BPW National Conference was hosted in Kaitāia over the weekend.
Kaitāia Community Airport group want airport lease
The airport working group say they have what it takes to manage Kaitāia Airport.
Rangiputa couple thanked for more than 50 years of combined service to the community
Judy and Robin Billington of Karikari Peninsula bid farewell to the Far North.
Two crashes in two days on main roads into Kaitāia
Kaitaia emergency services were busy last week with crashes on Donald Rd and North Rd.
Sour end to Anzac Day commemorations in Kaitāia
A number of wreaths were found scattered around main street of Kaitaia on Thursday
Thousands turn out across Northland to commemorate Anzac Day 2023
Large crowds of servicemen and women and their communities turned out to mark Anzac Day.
SUP-er success for school team at nationals
Kaitāia College's student stand-up paddleboarders debuted at a national competition.
Questions remain over lease renewal for Kaitāia Airport
Debate over who the rightful owner of the land is has brought the process to a standstill.
Hihi woman lucky to be alive following crash at roadworks site near Mangōnui
The 73-year-old said she couldn't recall signs warning about the roadworks near Mangōnui.
Stranding of rare dolphins 'unprecedented' event
Rare dolphins usually found in more temperate waters.
Kaitāia locals take up fight to save community mural
Artist Jen Gay says the mosaic mural has cultural significance for Kaitāia.
Two Northland teens missing for nearly two weeks may be together, say police
Police are appealing to the public for any information on the teens and their whereabouts.
Official swearing-in of Environment Court judge Sheena Tepania at Far North marae on Saturday
Newly appointed Environment Court judge Sheena Tepania sworn in at Waihapa Marae
Local artist launches campaign to save near 30-year-old Kaitāia mosaic mural
Jen Gay says many people are attached to the mosaic mural on Kaitāia's Commerce St.
School jazz band wins coveted trophy
The Jazz Waka Group returned from the nationals with two major wins.
'It is in their whakapapa, we need to re-ignite that within rangatahi Māori as our tūpuna were originators in that space.'
Science Wānanga first of its kind for rangatahi Māori in Te Hiku.
Online bullying: Incidents among young people 'rampant', says expert
Online bullying and other unhealthy behaviors allegedly rampant in the region.
All-star mental health fundraiser kicks off in Te Tai Tokerau
North Island charity triathlon to continue despite Cyclone Gabrielle delay.
Fatal hit-and-run victim was highly respected kaumātua
Billy Pomare has been named as the victim of a hit-and-run in Kaitāia.
Average temps for Easter in North before predicted cooler temps for winter
A warm Easter is likely, ahead of what experts say could be one of our coldest winters.
The 2023 Kaitaia College rugby league team is the first in years to make it to the grand final
The close grand final has inspired the boys to take on next year's tournament.
Fundraiser to help pay for new and adjustable cat cages at Kaitaia SPCA
Local Māori artist donates korowai to help raise funds for Kaitaia SPCA
Kaitaia teens to represent Northland in high jump as part of North Island athletics comp
The Abundant Life School students are only two of three Northland athletes at the comp
Northland marching team take on ‘super city’
Northland Tuis Leisure Marching Team attend a 30-year marching celebration in Wellington.
Secondary and area school teachers say more needs to be done to keep teachers, support students
Secondary and area school teachers around the country hold a national strike.
Return of forest decades in the making
Muriwhenua Incorporation reflect on the journey of regaining their asset.
Poll shows majority want cannabis laws relaxed
Results are in from around the country on whether to legalise or decriminalise cannabis.
Far North rangatahi enterprise initiative behind school waka ama comp
Young people aged 16-24 organise Tai Tokerau waka ama secondary schools comp.
Doubtless Bay residents told to stop dumping rubbish
'We all need to take responsibility for what’s going on here.'
Awanui hay farmers to send $6k worth of hay bales to Hawke's Bay today
Hay bales to be delivered to Hawke's Bay thanks to Mangonui Haulage
Doubtless Bay community grieves over the passing of popular local cat
The Cable Bay Store's unofficial mascot, 'Sylvester' has passed away at age 16
Emergency specialist says Far North showed 'epic resilience' in the face of disaster last week
Last week's extreme weather highlighted the resilience of Te Hiku communities says expert.
Call for National Covid-19 Memorial Day for lives lost during lockdowns
End-of-life expert says whānau grief was exacerbated by Covid-19 social restrictions.
Governor General welcomed, late Queen and Ngāpuhi ‘Queen’ honoured at Waitangi
Last Friday's event an emotional tribute to the lives of Titewhai Harawira and the Queen.
Te Hiku milestones celebrated as accord turns 10
Prime Minister, ministers celebrate 10-year anniversary of Te Hiku social accord.
Northland out of state of emergency, escapes major deluge
The state of emergency was dropped after weather conditions improved overnight.
World-recognised musicians mentor Kaitaia College students
Musicians come from around the world to perform in Kaitaia
The journey from Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga) to Waitangi began today
Journey from Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga) to Waitangi returns
Locals say if it ain't broke, don't fix it - just maintain Hihi better
Hihi residents say roads and drainage need to be the focus ahead of beautification.
Localised flooding, road closures predicted for Far North over coming days
The region is expected to be hit with more wild weather this week.
More dialogue sought on medicines law revamp
Meeting held at Parawhenua Marae to discuss rongoa as part of Therapeutic Products Bill.
Eddie Walker to take part in Wellington to Auckland cancer bike ride fundraiser next month
'Smear Your Mea' fundraiser returns to Te Tai Tokerau.
Getting Far North farmers off the farm and into the surf
The next SFF event is scheduled to be held on January 31.
Te Hiku cannabis start-up’s push to legalise cannabis by end of 2024
Cannabis expert says legalisation debate a clash of beliefs/values versus science.
Transformation Project co-design model has potential to be used across Aotearoa
This is a breakthrough for wastewater treatment.
Earthworks allegedly destroy ancient Far North pā sites
Local hapū say more needs to be done to ensure ancient sites protected on private land.
Thousands raised for Kaitāia Fire Brigade station extension
Community rallies behind Kaitāia Fire Brigade this Christmas.
Kerikeri's Geobind is New Zealand's first-ever hemp binder
A hemp binder can now be produced in Northland, opening up the market for hemp houses.
New building project for Far North Salvos
Kaitāia's Salvation Army held an official sod-turning for its new building last week.
Far North free youth music event to provide fun night out
A lack of local youth spaces and happenings has prompted the Black Out Rage Youth Event.
Kaitaia's Te Ahu Loop erupts in colour for end-of-year school celebration
Kaitaia's Te Ahu Loop erupts in colour for an end-of-year school celebration.
New owner for popular Mangōnui café and bar
Mangōnui's Waterfront Café & Bar is now Jesse's at the Waterfront.
New wellbeing space for Kaitaia Hospital staff
Kaitaia Hospital gets new rooftop chill-out zone dedicated to staff wellbeing.
Far North at ‘breaking point’ due to increase in vandalism and crime
An increase in crime is pushing Far North residents and businesses to the edge.
Christmas parades float the boat for thousands
The Far North's annual Christmas parades are back after a break due to Covid-19.
All things Pasifika celebrated at new Far North cultural festival
The Far North's first-ever Pasifika Festival proves itself a hit with the community
Northland Women’s Rugby star nominated for top rugby award
Northland's Charmaine Smith is in the running for the Fiao’o Faamausili Medal
Kaitaia dairy owners join nationwide protest
A group of local dairy owners petitioned outside local MP Kelvin Davis' office on Monday.
British sports car buffs to clock up five-decade milestone
The MG Car Club will be celebrating 50 years of its Far North tour.
Christmas pop-up store supports 16 Far North creative businesses
Arts and Craft pop-up store in central Kaitaia.
FNDC first council in NZ to adopt Māori lunar calendar
FNDC adopts Māori lunar calendar as part of its yearly planning guide.
Kaitaia residents fed up with flooding in Miro Place
Residents of Miro Place in Kaitaia are sick of constant flooding plaguing their street,
Paparore School Gala Day a huge success
Paparore School's annual Gala Day event was back bigger and better than ever last weekend
Demand for services sees Kaitaia shops expand to larger location
Kaitaia's Stihl Shop and HireShop relocate to new joint premises to keep up with demand.
Far North community to seek out own solutions to crime and disorderly behaviour
Doubtless Bay residents are urged to get involved with community action against crime.
Kaitāia turns out in force for Black Ferns hero's homecoming
Large crowd turns out for newly crowned Women's Rugby World Cup champion Krystal Murray
Kaitaia's Torque BJJ academy members fight their way to gold and silver
Far North Jiu Jitsu fighters take out top spots at national competition
World Cup winner Krystal Murray welcomed home by excited crowd in Kaitāia
The Black Ferns prop received a hero's welcome in the Far North with a homecoming parade.
International Polynesian FIBA basketball tournament kicks off in Kaitaia
Kaitaia hosts an international basketball tournament this week.
Far North local business wants to help whānau in need grow their own kai
Grow Your Own Northland wants whānau to do just that with their own kai.