NRC gains funding for new assault on wild ginger
Government funding has been approved to tackle wild ginger infestations in Northland.
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No respite for migrant caregiver
'Diligent, reliable, caring, honest, and well-liked' but no chance of residence in NZ.
Feedback sought on manuka honey rules for NZ
Mānuka honey producers are being urged to have their say on new regulations.
Uncovering the story of Fortress Northland
A heritage inventory of Northland's World War II military places has been completed.
Editorial: Our kiwi, our dogs and a need for honesty
BOI: The vast majority of dog owners are lovely people. Let's keep this in perspective.
Seeka's $18m investment a confidence boost for region
An $18m investment in fruit packing in Kerikeri is a huge confidence boost
Age Concern: Stolen cheques are abuse of elders
Age Concern wants people to be cautious before handing money to family members.
Hokianga tourism venture a 'total nightmare' for community
Locals fear a tourism venture proposed for the Hokianga will be a "total nightmare".
Rubbish on 90 Mile Beach disgusts residents
A local man estimates 85 tonnes of rubbish are on 90 Mile Beach.
Letters: Evidence suggests Ngapuhi chiefs wanted protection
Bruce Moon never seeks to demean Maori culture, he corrects misinformation, says a reader.
Protest challenges Ngāpuhi leadership
A peaceful protest has taken place in Kaikohe challenging Ngapuhi leadership.
New Taipa Bridge lane to open for summer
One lane of the new Taipa Bridge on State Highway 10 will open in time for summer.
Editorial: Registered Nurses and partners should be essential to NZ
Deporting the partner of a registered NZ resident makes no sense, writes Jackie Simkins.
Views divided over dune fencing in Ahipara
The community is divided in support for Te Rarawa's plans to fence off dunes at Ahipara
Kaitaia could offer joint replacement
Joint replacement surgery may soon be offered at Kaitaia Hospital.
Wayne Brown: Council 'vindictive, nasty'
Wayne Brown is accusing the Far North District Council of "vindictive, nasty behaviour".
Pines and kauri may be unhealthy mix because of dieback
An expert has warned the govt to be cautious about planting pine trees near kauri forests.
Heading dogs aplenty but huntaways dwindle at Mangonui sheep dog trials
The number of huntaways at sheep do trial events in Northland are dwindling.
Gymnastics: Locals wow in Kaitaia mid-year competition
Gymnasts came north to showcase skills at the Kaitaia Gymnastic Club's annual competition.
Letters: Politics leave Northland with missed opportunities
Let's see the Puhoi to Wellsford stretch in reality before the politicising, says reader
Tai Tokerau Honey shows strong values, sweet success
Whanau and the environment matter more than money for Tai Tokerau Honey.
Anglers share spoils at ITM National Torpedo Tournament
Local knowledge paid off for anglers during the ITM National Torpedo Tournament.
Avocado thieves take crop in Kaikohe
An avocado grower says thieves have stripped his orchard of up to 70 per cent of the fruit
Puketī Forest fans set up kauri cleaning station
Far North locals concerned about kauri dieback are doing what they can to fight it.
Rodeo: Tegan O'Callaghan runs straight lines in US
Representing NZ in a youth rodeo in the US has been an amazing experience for Tegan.
Former DHB head to run Whangaroa Health Services Trust
A retired senior manager has taken over the troubled Whangaroa Health Services Trust.
Vigilance urged to stop fanworm invasions in Northland
The discovery of Mediterranean fanworm at Ōpua has prompted renewed calls for biosecurity.
Sightings of more rare marine visitors in the north
A white humpback whale has been enjoying the water in the Far North.
Mother Nature closes 90 Mile Beach access road
The most northern access to 90 Mile Beach is being closed by Doc.
Editorial: Lack of women in boardrooms not always discrimination
Female "quotas" for boardrooms won't help the cause for women, says Peter Jackson.
Kauri sanctuary planned to combat die-back in north
Maori land near Kerikeri may be turned into a kauri sanctuary to help protect the species.
Far North Surf Rescue Club wins Rescue of the Year
Far North Surf Rescue scooped the Rescue of the Year award on Saturday night.
Flood watch as king tides meet big swells
Roads could be affected a low pressure system brings wind and rain to the North Island.
Missionaries' tale told warts and all in book
The story of Kaitaia missionary William Gilbert Puckey is to be immortalised in a book.