Tensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch ban
The new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.
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'Lambs all over the place': Council investigates after dogs savage livestock
Council investigates dog attacks; one dog shot, another impounded in Kaikohe.
Don’t give up: Northland man beats the odds, survives motorbike crash
Kerikeri's Jack Poutsma reveals how he overcame severe head injury from motorbike crash.
Didn't leave home for three years: Loneliness 'at epidemic levels' among pensioners in NZ
Loneliness among New Zealand's seniors is reaching epidemic levels, Age Concern says.
Police call off search for small boat linked to transnational crime group
Police didn't say why the search was abandoned a day after announcing the hunt for a vessel.
'He does have a hole in his soul': Man who caused death of off-duty policewoman sentenced
Gail Shepherd is described as a genuine, straight talker who kept her family together.
Tanks a lot: Mike Butler's water tank project helps whānau in need
The Far North resident, 63, also leads civil defence, festivals and marae work in Moerewa.
Health and conservation champions named Kiwibank Local Hero medallists
Orca expert Dr Ingrid Visser and Māori activist Hilda Halkyard-Harawira are among them.
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
Missing at sea: Mystery surrounds small boat linked to drug importation ring
The international investigation has seen 10 arrested but a small craft is now missing.
'Born sleeping': How this Kiwi mum marks the loss of her stillborn daughter
Kerikeri mum honours stillborn daughter with annual cafe donations and balloon releases.
Commercial vessel caught with gear in marine protected area
Northland Regional Council said it was the first time a formal enforcement has been done.
Spooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym club
A spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.
'It's tough but I'm tougher': Te Tai Tokerau MP reveals challenges of Parliament
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi talks infrastructure, Northland roads and Parliament's challenges.
Fake plates outsmarting speed cameras, Northland leaders warn
A councillor was alerted to the issue by an NZTA staff member.
Sand mining concerns grow as Bream Bay project could be fast-tracked
The fast-track process may hand 'the keys to the coastline' to the sand miner, some fear.
‘This baby is going to be so loved’: Woman's 'super-selfless deed' for couple
Despite complications, Colthurst plans to deliver a healthy baby to the supportive couple.
'Women make great leaders': Uplifting event boosts women’s leadership skills
The Leading Ladies Northland event encouraged women to push aside self-doubt.
Students inspired at first te reo Māori immersion careers workshop
About 8000 students have been through the Inspiring the Future programme.
'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
Locals risk speeding tickets to get to hospital as ambulance station closed indefinitely
St John's Kawakawa ambulance station is closed with no timeline for repairs or reopening.
Two Northland vets part of Voluntary Bonding Scheme to work in rural practices
The scheme supports graduate vets working in rural practices.
Man arrested after alleged alcohol theft with gun
He was expected in the Waitākere District Court today.
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.
'For everyone': Hīkoi organisers promote unity on first day of action
Hīkoi is about standing up for Te Tiriti, which will help everyone thrive, organisers say.
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
'Chronically underfunded': DoC asks public to pay to save critically endangered species
DoC has enlisted the help of a fundraising organisation to back some critical projects.
Trump fallout: Can Northland expect influx of US citizens?
'They still need us': the Northland Federated Farmers president is calm about tariffs.
New whānau health clinic helps those not enrolled with a GP
The Whangārei CBD nurse-led clinic aims to meet Northland's high health needs.
Kiwi Christmas Books wants Northlanders to donate new books for region's kids
The charity has three Northland stores collecting books this festive season.
Beautiful Bay of Islands backdrop for Graeme Dingle Foundation's Drop For Youth skydive
The Far North's Courtney Keenan does a skydive for the Graeme Dingle Foundation.