Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route
Far North residents celebrate as Mangamuka Gorge reopens, ending costly detours.
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Rāhui in place after man found dead on Far North beach
Hapū have imposed a rahui near Mitimiti Beach after a man's body was found there
Man found dead on Northland beach
The victim was found by a member of the public about 2.30pm.
Police admit errors in handling complaint, assault charge against Kaitāia man
Police acknowledge IPCA findings on the unjustified use of force in the Kaitāia incident.
Far North news in brief: Dog registration winners get the treats, new cemetery guidelines
News snippets from the Far North and beyond.
How one woman's Christmas spirit united a community to help families in need
Generous Kaitaia community answers call to support families with Christmas gifts.
Kaitāia teen completes Minecraft replica of hometown in global project
Kaitāia teen achieves dream, recreates town on Minecraft’s global Build the Earth project.
Far North news in brief: Paihia Library’s festive flavour; Tara iti breeding season begins
News snippets from the Far North and beyond.
Rider Sports' legacy continues as local family takes over historic store
Mike Rider retires, hands over iconic store to local couple Kane and Laura Attwood.
'Milestone': Iwi celebrate ownership deal for Kaitāia Airport
Kaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.
Level 2 water restrictions set amid forecast dry spell in Far North
Far North District Council has imposed Level 2 water restrictions.
Govt and iwi secure $5.4m deal for Kaitāia Airport's future
Kaitāia Airport secured for NgāiTakoto with a long-term lease and $5.4m upgrade contract.
Air NZ drops several Northland flights, raising connectivity concerns
Air NZ cuts flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei, raising concerns over Northland's economy.
Far North news in brief: Boatie alert, water restricted due to dry weather, scholarship entries opened
News snippets from the Far North.
Frequent water outages in Far North cause frustration
Residents are frustrated by frequent water outages; council explores long-term upgrades.
Grief affects half of Kiwis, study reveals
‘Grief needs to be recognised’, says Katrina King; many rely on untrained friends.
From pillar to pou: Community centre memories etched in special carvings
The Ngā Tai Tokorua community whare was demolished last week.
Northland's first charter school to open under new regime revealed
New charter school Te Rito, Te Kura Taiao, opens in January, teaching in te reo Māori.
Local businesses optimistic as Northland readies for summer influx
Kiwis face budget strains as food, utilities, and insurance costs rise ahead of Christmas.
Property manager fined $2000 for breaching settlement confidentiality
ERA upholds settlement terms and fines property manager.
Far North news in brief: Kerikeri cemetery upgrade, Free skating lessons
News snippets from the Far North.
Kaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement notice
The Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project.
Farmstrong launches toolkit to support farmers post-Cyclone Gabrielle
Getting Through toolkit to support farmers recovering from the cyclone.
Kaitāia’s Garden Safari delights visitors, boosts RDA funding
Kaitāia Garden Safari raises nearly $11,000 for Riding for the Disabled.
Person found dead after grass fire in Far North township
Police said a neighbour found the person following the fire in Kaitāia.
Kaitāia market stall gathering views and questions for 2025 Far North District Council election
Kaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections
Spooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym club
A spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.
'The world is starting to take notice': Māori sporting champs inspiring next generation
Kaitāia boxing world champ Mea Motu part of nine-strong Māori sports stars panel M9
190-year-old Te Waimate Mission Station hosting creative Sunday
Far North's Te Waimate Mission Station to hold creative day
Two Northland vets part of Voluntary Bonding Scheme to work in rural practices
The scheme supports graduate vets working in rural practices.
Kerikeri Street Party set to finish half-marathon event in style
Thousands expected to let their hair down post-race.
News briefs from the Far North: Big rescue helicopter donation, Whānau as Leaders for Whānau event, and warm October
News snippets from the Far North.
Spring spruce-up for Kaitāia to welcome summer visitors after Mangamuka reopens
Kaitāia gearing up for big town spring clean for state highway reopening.
Bowel cancers detected at early stage in successful Te Tai Tokerau Bowel Screening Programme
Te Tai Tokerau Bowel Screening Programme saving lives with 89 cancer cases detected