Latest from Far North District

Water shortages, severe flooding - July's weather report

It was a month of extremes for rain - or lack thereof.

Two people critically injured in crash involving truck on SH10 Kaeo

Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash on SH10 in Kaeo early this morning.

2000 cannabis plants found in police operation

Two men have been charged after a growing operation was discovered near Kerikeri.

Youth gang violence spurs patrollers to wear stab-proof vests

Rates of anti-social conduct have fallen in the last 5 years but its severity has risen.

First-home buyers and investors holding back

Northland experiencing the second highest negative growth in house sales around NZ.

Sevens stars to light up club rugby final

Up to eight current and former Black Ferns will take the park in Ahipara today.

Unearthed human skeleton found by tourist at Cape Reinga ancient Māori burial ground

Distressed Far North iwi say they have had to "tidy up" the burial ground during lockdown

Youths invade classroom during lesson, assault teen

Police talking to three alleged offenders; school increasing staff presence on grounds.

Kiwi Natalie Scott to receive Freedom of London award

Previous winners include Princess Di, Nelson Mandela and Florence Nightingale.

Family living in fear after 'reprehensible' racist graffiti

Police investigating racial attack on Whangārei family whose car was spray-painted.

Flooding fears: Northland braces for more heavy rain after catastrophic storm

Northland Civil Defence is preparing for another round of bad weather.

Whangārei residents urged to reduce water use by 50% after reservoirs drain

Whangārei residents urged to reduce water use by 50% after reservoirs drain

Women rescued after five hours in flooded river

The women are believed to have gone over the Otiria Falls on a kayak and a lilo.

Northland storm: Some roads still closed after slips and flooding cause major damage

Northland storm: Some roads still closed after slips and flooding cause major damage

Water saving efforts needed despite downpour

Residents are being asked to reduce water usage so reservoirs can return to normal.

Northland floods: More rain expected in storm-hit Far North

There's not a lot of time for drying out Northland before the next big wet hits.