'Not the only approach that works': Educators question structured literacy mandate
The Government has rolled out a new approach to literacy. So far it's had mixed reviews.
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Northland news in brief: Four hurt in Te Kōpuru crash, Kaikohe community housing opens
A crash in Te Kōpuru injured four and other briefs from around Northland.
'Complete chaos': Hundreds of cars jam Wellington's south coast, where to see the aurora
Aucklanders have received a stroke of luck regarding glimpsing the aurora tonight.
Can you help find Whangārei’s Zonta Book Fair a new venue?
New venue needed Whangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair sale.
Fuel prices brought down by competition but motorists still feeling pump pain
The Commerce Commission says price differences cannot be explained by costs alone.
Northland policewoman Gail Shepherd remembered for ‘amazing’ emergency mahi
'She was a passionate daughter, mother and grandmother.'
Man wanted by police after Tikipunga fatal fire cleared of any suspicion
Police thank the public, Tikipunga homicide investigation continues.
Dairy couple and sharemilker convicted of animal welfare charges give up farming
Whangārei dairy farmers and sharemilker end long careers after guilty verdicts
New swimming lessons will meet deaf community need, instructor says
The move is in a bid to increase diversity and offer more options to the community.
There isn’t a market like it: Owners of popular Kerikeri market hope new buyers keep it going
The Old Packhouse Market in Kerikeri is on the market.
Learning support a game changer for young autistic girl
Ashleigh Wyse's daughter Annalise is a happy girl with a tomboy attitude.
Public donations rake in $140k to keep Whangārei Bird Recovery Centre alive
'This time it was the generosity of the public which saved us.'
Northland nurses 'drowning' in work call for safer staffing levels
One Whangārei nurse says the mental health of her over-worked colleagues is a concern.
Northland steel band the Panimals on performing, EPs and... Grammys?
If you were wondering what a steel band sounds like, you're about to find out.
Mum shares son's journey from troublemaker label to autism diagnosis
Social worker Carolyn Procter shares her parenting story with son, Blaine.
Top Energy giving Far North power users up to $300 credit on electricity bills
Top Energy is owned by the people of the Far North.
Science fair steers path towards bright future for students
Far North science fair ignites passion for scientific exploration.
News briefs from the Far North - kina barren talk, Far North open for business and free Wi-Fi
News snippets from the Far North
Kiwi music great Troy Kingi mentoring Far North’s Got Talent contestants
Northland musician keen to nurture Far North's budding stars.
Far North keeps reputation with hottest April temperature recorded in Kaikohe
Kaikohe recorded a temperature of 29.1C in April - the hottest in the country.
'It's not my bad parenting' - mum of autistic boy shares journey
Lachie Steedman was diagnosed with autism early on in life.
Family of missing Northland fisherman keep faith as search continues
Ferzil Babu’s family remember him as a loving husband and a great dad.
They carry their own tapu: Māori carver reaches out to thieves for return of stolen chisels
Far North carver Renata Tane is gutted after the theft of dozens of his chisels.
Pay cuts could understaff new radiation cancer facility, say striking doctors
GPs and specialty roles like radiology and oncology should not face cuts, strikers say.
Emerging business Moka Fibre aims to tackle ugly truth about lash glue
The glue is made from flax and wool extracts and does not damage natural eyelashes.
It's very distressing: Auckland company offers reward for return of portable cabin
A 6x3m cabin was stolen from a Marsden Point Rd property in Ruakākā on Tuesday.
Far North news briefs: Enchanter trial begins, good start to duck season, and Māori nursing award
News snippets from the Far North
Former Kaitāia College music teacher Opeloge Ah Sam bringing his powerful stage show north
Powerful stage show Aua e te tagi coming to Far North.
Mental health nurse completes 22km swim - and beats record
The mental health nurse was raising funds for the charity Voices of Hope.
Lower rates rises for Northlanders and extra $40m if GST on rates given back
Northland councils would get extra $40 million annually if GST on rates were returned.
Better health outcomes: Far North residents set to benefit from new medical and health services
Kerikeri is set to get a new medical hub with expanded health services.
Weather hampers search efforts for missing fisherman
One man's body was located on Friday. The other remains missing.
Slow-speed police chase on Far North's 90 Mile Beach nabs suspected ATV thief
The not-so-high-speed pursuit along the beach reached speeds of 30km/h.
Bumper kūmara crop relief for Kaipara growers
About 95 per cent of New Zealand’s kūmara is grown in the Kaipara region.