Today's latest news
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.
'Stay calm': Lifetime gang member reacts after man faces prosecution under new law
Gang patches can no longer be worn in public.
News briefs: Pumpkin growers buzz for upcoming Mangakahia Giant Pumpkin Competition
The latest news bites from around the region.
'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.
Bay News: Schools collaborate for pou project; singers celebrate 60 years
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
'You don't have to keep up with the Joneses': Life in one of NZ's most isolated villages
'We now have the internet!'
Investigation under way after prison inmate found dead
Police say the death is currently being treated as unexplained.
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
News briefs from the Far North: Ngāwhā cell fire; Lifeguard patrols return; Students join run
The latest news bites from around the region.
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.
Whangārei’s fluoridation fracas flares as deadline nears
The council is required to add fluoride to its water by March 2025.
'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.
Watch: Up to 55,000 people march on Parliament in unprecedented day of protest - only one arrest
As the crowd chanted, Seymour walked back into the Beehive with his MPs.
Toddler falls ill after playing in E. coli-contaminated fountain
Council apologises after E. coli in fountain; changes treatment to prevent future cases.
Commercial vessel caught with gear in marine protected area
Northland Regional Council said it was the first time a formal enforcement has been done.
Kevin Page: Fuel station mix-up had me worried
OPINION: I've never found it so difficult to part with my money.
Spooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym club
A spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.
News in brief: House tour raises a record amount
The latest news bites from around the region.
'I've had nightmares': Petition calls for Govt action to fight toxic weed
Without a proper plan the weed would take over the landscape and dominate pasture.
'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.
Heatwave behind NZ’s hottest summer could become ‘almost annual’ by 2040s
Regional NZ heatwaves once considered one-in-300-year events now concerningly more common.
Man in moderate condition after allegedly being stabbed twice in Whangārei
The man was taken to hospital with two stab wounds.
'Medication wasn't working': Mum fears anti-depressant contributed to 14yo's death
Summer Mills-Metcalf took her own life in 2018 while taking fluoxetine.
'We are so grateful': Preschooler with brain tumour has skull-wedge reattached
Preschooler diagnosed with aggressive neuroblastoma at top American facility.
Granddad's tragic and 'unnecessary' death after driver's licence suspended
Questions over police alert to NZTA about 86-year-old driver.
News in brief: Monthly food prices fall; Kaitāia Spring Clean postponed
The latest news bites from around the region.
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.
Joe Bennett: A trip to the optometrist
OPINION: Shortly thereafter I ordered my first pair of prescription glasses.
'This is a woman who lies:' Fake landlord scams desperate family before Christmas
Judge: 'How can you take that money and deceive people who are so desperate?'