Far North mayor urges whānau to seek help after floods hit district
The major access closures because of flooding were via SH12 at Waimāmaku, SH15 through Mangakāhia Valley, SH1 at…
Kaitāia flooding: 500 evacuated after Far North town drenched in rain
The Northland and Far North areas were the worst hit by this week’s weather, with 230-280mm of rain…
Government’s oil-crisis response slick so far but the real test is coming; Labour navigates dangerous times – Audrey Young
This was the week that the importance of diesel as the lifeblood of the economy was rammed home,…
Far North council apologises after Taupō Bay beach access stairs removed
The council said Taupō Bay beach remains accessible via flat access points within 20m of where the stairs…
$1.2b Regional Infrastructure Fund: Which private companies have benefited so far
Speaking to the Herald, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones insisted that the financial health of such investments –…
Cyclone Narelle: Category 5 winds, flooding risk for Far North Queensland
“Very heavy to intense rainfall with totals up to 400mm are possible in the cyclone’s core path, leading…
Local knowledge is big winner in Far North’s 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
The auction of fish caught at the 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza raised $14,295 for the Kaitāia Volunteer…
Far North electrician loses work SUV and tools after vehicles stolen from his home
Archer said one of the vehicles stolen he used for work and it had all his tools in…
Missing man found safe after night in Far North bush near Hōreke
“This morning, Police and LandSAR received extensive assistance from the community and the man’s whānau.” He was found…
Far North District Council blocks review into mayor’s office recruitment
Tepania told members the discussion could not reference specific applicants, appointment decisions, interview outcomes or speculation about motives,…
Far North ram raid: Police recover sawn-off shotgun, hunt second suspect
Armstrong said a police unit conducting area searches found the vehicle in Kaikohe. “Officers signalled for the vehicle…
Far North dog attack at Houhora Beach leaves family shaken, pets hurt
She said days after the incident her child is still having flashbacks and hasn’t been sleeping properly. The…