Long waits for mental health help can be catastrophic for Northland youth
Northland children are waiting 50 per cent longer than adults for mental health services.
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'Like a bomb went off': New Miss New Zealand on the moment she was crowned
Poole is passionate about her charitable work.
'Keep yourself safe': Northland paramedic reflects on the lives lost in crashes
'No one leaves the same person they were before.'
Northlanders turn up in large numbers to support Road Safety Week 2024
"The road toll is not just some number but somebody’s loved one who died on the road."
Northland emergency services secure ongoing funding after public speaks up
Regional council backs down from proposal to cut support after consultation backlash.
Northland getting to grips with Alternative Reality and impact on the arts
Alternative Reality Gardening Lab 24 exposes Northland to latest technology
Fast turnover forestry for green energy could transform Northland economy
Short rotation forestry could help reignite Marsden Pt.
Preschoolers enjoy arresting experience as police visit for Road Safety Week
Annual Wheels Day made even better for youngsters as constables join the fun.
Far North news in brief: Well known identity dies, Parrot Place fundraiser and landmark repairs
News snippets from the Far North
Trust calls on donations to help raise remaining funds before June 12 deadline
The trust has until June 12 to come up with the remaining funds.
Far North council to call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza
Far North councillors to vote on call for immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
World War II relic found in Kerikeri op shop
Kerikeri Hospice Green Shed uncovers historic WWII relic
Whānau of Karnin Petera acknowledge search and rescue efforts at national awards
Two Northland search and rescue missions were acknowledged yesterday evening.
The Chase quiz star Shaun Wallace to visit Far North
Quiz master Shaun Wallace to take on Far North fans at Kerikeri event.
'It's just what we do' - Northland on map at NZ Search and Rescue Awards
Rescue efforts between January 1 and December 31, 2023 are recognised at the awards.
Another solar farm for Northland, with 4.8MW produced by new Ruawai facility
'As New Zealand’s weather becomes more volatile, engineering at this level is a must.'
Far North students connect to te ao Māori and learn essential life skills
Students learning life skills in the Far North.
Far North news in brief: Lotto win, roading contracts extended and road safety heroes wanted
News snippets from the Far North.
Iwi, forest manager call time on illegal rubbish dumping in Far North nature spot
'I won’t tolerate this rubbish and lack of respect for the environment,' says iwi leader.
Civil Aviation Authority to inquire into Northland helicopter crash
Civil Aviation Authority plans to understand what 'exactly' happened and why.
Youths arrested over Far North car-thefts - police thank public for their help
Far North car-theft sprees ended with arrest of four youths
Youths who threatened shop staff following aggravated robbery in Northland, arrested
Speedy Police response locks in four arrests.
Principals happy lunch in schools continuing, but some questions remain
The programme will continue for the next two years on a tighter budget.
New future beckons for idyllic Aroha Island
Ngā Kaitiaki o Motu Aroha Charitable Trust has been established to help the island thrive.
Ruawai firefighter opens up on attending ‘horrifying’ fatal crashes in Northland
"Speed is the biggest contributor to most fatal crashes."
Final farewell for Northland rugby legend 'Super Sid' Going
One of New Zealand's greatest ever rugby players, Sid Going, has died aged 80.
Cause of Whangārei house fire being investigated
Fire badly damages Hikurangi, Whangārei home.
Art on tour as Northland Vintage Car Club’s annual motorcycle rally hits the road
70-plus on Northland Vintage Car Club’s annual motorcycle rally
'Save my dad': Daughter's mission to raise $130k for incurable blood cancer
“Please help save my dad,” appeals the youngest daughter Tayla Bennett.
ECE centre closing after 50 years show more funding needed, teachers say
Staff have said Government funding doesn't cut it when centres have qualified staff.
Teen taken into custody after numerous car break-ins reported in Northland
"Our message ... is simple. You will be held to account.”
Slips and broken bridges continue to keep eastern Te Paki tracks closed
Ngāti Kuri is mulling over alternatives to the extensively damaged waterfront walkways.
'Ignorance is not an excuse' Northland man fronts up over alleged illegal fishing
Fisherman explains how he came to be fishing in a protected marine reserve.
News briefs from the Far North - Building consent success, LTP submissions and writing grants
News snippets from the Far North.