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Our amazing freshwater mussels
Freshwater mussels are generally found out of the main flow of rivers and streams
Irrigation in Northland promises huge rewards for jobs, economy
A newly-released study claims that investing in major irrigation projects could boost jobs
Surf shop leaps to aid of shoe-less players
A local business has come to the rescue of a visiting basketball team who lost their shoes
No one is listening, family says
A Kaitaia family is continuing to battle for access to an essential medicine.
'I thought she was a gonner' - launch sinking
Allan Hall knew it could have been worse, as he looked at his semi-submerged 13m launch.
English test won't be difficult
On April 7, Kaitaia couple Juliet and Eric Garcia were given 48 hours to get out of NZ
Who knows best on names?
A reader is angry an Opua street has been renamed without proper consultation.
Top Energy increases revenue by $5m over last year
Top Energy has completed a successful financial year that saw revenue increased $5 million
Farmers urged to enter awards
Farmers are being encouraged to enter the 2018 Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
Dog owners outraged at more new changes to bylaw
Changes to Far North District Council's proposed dog control bylaw have sparked outrage
Local fighters standout at IFMA youth worlds
Far North fighters stood out for the New Zealand Black Gloves contingent at the 2017 IFMA.
Outstanding students in Ambassador award final
The Okaihau Lions Club has high hopes for six student ambassadors.
Editorial: Metiria the martyr
The Greens have certainly kept us entertained this election, says Peter Jackson
Team NZ crew heading north on national tour
International sport's oldest trophy is coming to the Far North in October.
Dog bylaw pleases conservationist
Not everyone's unhappy with the Far North District Council's proposed new dog rules
Health centre will be built
A multi-million-dollar project to upgrade Kawakawa's Bay of Islands Hospital will happen.
Residents wait for the next crash
Residents of a Kerikeri rural road are calling for a reduced speed limit and warning signs
A smoke-free stand for future generations
Morehu Marae has taken a stand to further ensure the survival of its descendants
Expanded marina to bring jobs to Opua
New berths will allow visiting boaties to stay longer and spend more, project backers say.
Honesty the best policy
A reader has watched with interest the self-destruction of the Green Party leadership.
Affordable infrastructure in rural communities
Generally accepted infrastructure procurement and build mythologies need to change
Recognised for dealing with pests
Pest manager Don McKenzie has received a Minister's Biosecurity Award.
Going back to art
Kaitaia's Stefan Burrows has long been recognised as a talented artist
Far North's shining stars on the stage
The 16 finalists for the Far North's Got Talent 2017 titles have been named.
Fishing: Nicky exceeds wildest expectations
Nicky Sinden has reeled n a world record-breaking swordfish.
Dog owners won't lie down for law change
Gloomy weather did not deter 60-odd dog owners from congregating at Opua Beach
MP David Clendon leaves with no regrets
Kerikeri-based Green MP David Clendon will end his parliamentary career next month
Thinking outside the kennel
Pet dog owners in the Bay of Islands may need help with the new proposed dog bylaws.
Mid North cops it again
Far North was spared last week, but other parts were subjected to very heavy rain.
In worse conditions 'We'd have been looking for bodies'
An Australian yachtie would have been "toast" if the wind had changed, say Mangonui police
A tangled web indeed
Metiria Turei has created a tangled web, even if she refuses to see it, says Peter Jackson
A little closer to home
Constable Josh Smith travelled a long way from Nelson to take up his first police position