Celebrated Northland artist Valerie Hunton. Photo / Supplied Celebrated artist Valerie Hunton is helping those in need even after her death. Hunton died late last year but before doing so she held a large...

Hikurangi locals questioned Far North Holdings CEO Andy Nocks at a public meeting this week about plans for social housing in town. Photo / Tania Whyte A council-controlled trading organisation says it won’t pursue...

The future of Kaitāia Airport has been under a cloud for some time, but the Far North District Council has extended the airport’s lease for six months and is confident its long-term future is...

Sole parents will now receive child support directly. Photo / 123rf Sole parent beneficiaries in Northland could pocket an extra $20 a week from August as child support will now be paid directly to...

The storm, from February 21 to 28, caused widespread flooding and roading damage around Mangawhai. Pictured is flooding on Waiteitei Rd near Mangawhai Rd. A storm that battered lower Northland, particularly around Mangawhai, in...

Te Kuia (pictured) from Tauranga replaces the Waitere on the Russell-Paihia cross-water run. The violent end to Russell’s historic ferry created waves among the Bay of Islands community, but newcomer Te Kuia is helping...