Hosking: Wake up Shane Jones - don't waste the regional fund
COMMENT: Shane Jones has to take himself a lot more seriously if he expects others to.
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Far North sport awards finalists named
71 finalists have been named for the upcoming FNDC Far North Sports Awards.
Mental health unit patient assaults staff member, then dies
A man has died after an assault at Whangarei Hospital, police confirmed.
A victory at last for NEPS over swamp kauri
The Supreme Court has ruled the exporting of swamp kauri slabs and logs to be illegal.
Kaitaia police force farewell two of their finest to Taranaki
Two Kaitaia police officers are moving on to greater things in Taranaki.
Letters: Karel Sroubek plot thickens
The Karel Sroubek case has been surrounded by uncertainty, writes former MP Peter Dunne.
Carbon-neutral aim for Kerikeri community group
A community group is aiming to make Kerikeri carbon neutral.
Kākā make welcome return to Kaitaia
A number of kākā have been spotted in Kaitaia, after a notable absence.
Kaikohe ATC defies odds to be best in NZ
Kaikohe's No 25 ATC has been officially recognised as one of the best units in NZ.
Farmers braced for all-day power cut
Power outage will deactivate electric fences and halt water supplies to paddocks.
Letters: Retirement village input needed in Cooper's Beach
FNDC are looking for feedback regarding a proposed retirement village in Cooper's Beach.
Surfcasting: GXB competition attracts huge crowd
The GXB Surfcasting Competition turned out to be a special event for the community.
Sheep dog trials: Veteran and rookie impress at Waimate North
The Waimate North A&P Show had some top talent on display on Saturday.
Kaitaia student wins $10k to follow medical dreams
A Kaitaia teen has won a $10k scholarship from AMP to kickstart her education.
Another 'sensational' year for Kaitaia College
Kaitaia College has had a spectacular year, and now students are reaping the rewards.
SAFE applauds legal action against Mid Northern Rodeo
SAFE is happy with recent prosecution of a man that used an electric prodder at a rodeo.
Editorial: Soldier's sacrifice honoured by hypocritical leadership
Comment: Today's leaders are unworthy of the selfless sacrifice of soldiers in WWI.
'Significant victory' for hemp industry in Far North
It is now legal to buy and consume hemp products in NZ thanks to new regulations.
Kaitaia fire siren breaks the silence for Armistice Day
The silence was broken by the local fire siren for Armistice Day in Kaitaia.
Fix the Swamp Palace: Taipa residents rally against Far North mayor
The Taipa community have made it clear what they expect from Far North mayor John Carter.
Billion Trees bungle: One million seedlings but land unfit
The plan was to plant 1.1 million pine trees - then someone looked at the ground.
Lost tramper spent night in remote forest
The woman was lost for a night in Raetea Forest.
Karikari comes to a pink party for breast cancer
Karikari went pink for breast cancer thanks to a group of hard working volunteers.
Warning not to ignore signs of meningococcal
There are signs of Meningococcal if you know what to look for - and seek treatment.
Letters: Warning of age tsunami in Kaitaia
The Switzer care CEO is warning at the age tsunami coming to Kaitaia.
Te Hiku Hauora farewells long-serving GP
Te Hiku Hauora will farewell one of its long-serving GPs tomorrow.
Far North RSA: Mark the armistice with noise
NZers are asked to mark the centennial of the armistice with as much noise as possible.
Otaua-born student wins Miss Five Crowns
An Otaua student has been named Miss Five Crowns NZ Princess Legacy.
Letters: Locals are taking action for sustainable fishing
A group committed to protecting fish stocks have started meeting with marae hapu.
Valerie Adams: Lunch, food tent and personal journey
Dame Valerie Adams has inspired her audience at an event in Kaikohe.
Kaitaia mum fights Pharmac for chance to live
Kaitaia mother of three Donna MacMillan is on the fight for her life against breast cancer
Opinion: Oh joy, another rule for farmers
The council couldn't spot a wetland in a police lineup, yet farmers are expected to do it.
Editorial: Residency for drug smuggler new low for Immigration
Comment: Offering residency to Karel Sroubek shows a lapse in judgement for govt.
Fake news story scamming Northland elderly
'Fake news' about elderly attacks is being used to frighten people into buying security.