Rubbish burning turns into huge scrub fire in Rawene
A helicopter and two fire crews are at the scene today.
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Far North fire: Crews tackle bush blaze overnight
Fourteen fire trucks were dispatched to tackle the blaze.
Saving drowning holidaymakers in Northland haunts rescuer
Kimi Oshiro's advice for Northlanders is to take water safety messages seriously.
Māori Surf Champs gets big break in Ahipara after Covid cancellations
It will be the second time the event has been held in Tai Tokerau in its 26-year history.
Putrid plant blossoms in Whangārei
A notoriously foul-smelling plant has flowered in a Whangārei woman's garden.
Around 17,000 turn out in Whangārei for World Cup matches
There was a huge turnout for the Black Ferns and other games on the weekend in Whangārei.
Black Ferns run in nine tries while France wallop Fiji
The stage is set for the Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals in Whangārei this weekend.
Passion for scooter riding gives Kerikeri teen chance to compete at world champs
Cooper Steen is keen to compete overseas but it's 'quite nerve-wracking'.
Photos: Whangārei turns out for massive weekend of Rugby World Cup
Miss the weekend's rugby showcase? Feel like you are there with this online gallery.
'Just his hair was above the water': Man moments from death when pulled from waves
Young surf lifesaver sounds warning as summer beach patrols begin in upper north.
Drowning fatalities highlight importance of water safety
The "unprecedented" uptick in drownings over the 2021/2022 summer holiday period was alarming. Video / NZ Herald'
No room at the inn as rugby fever grips Whangārei
Accommodation and hospitality sectors are booming in Whangārei, thanks to the rugby.
Comment: Much ado about funding - why the Bard matters
Joe Bennett has seen the transformative power of Shakespeare among our youth.
Prolific children's writer makes the switch to crime novels
Switching between writing children's books and writing crime hasn't fazed Sherryl Clark.
Our Treasures: Trying to bust the man behind the mystery
A bust discovered in a storeroom has us looking at the meaning behind the symbols.
Comment: Does the Accessibility Bill enable or disable?
Laws aren't to punish sins but to prevent certain outcomes, says Jonny Wilkinson.
News snippets: Check out what's on this Labour Weekend
Check out the latest news bites from around the region.
Te Papa says large amount of filched kōiwi still captive in museums worldwide
Some international museums still remain resistant to returning stolen ancestral remains.
Police cleared of contributing to death of 21yo hit by car
Man who died had been warned he was at risk by a passing motorist
Slip slop slap: High UV index levels prompt warnings to protect against harsh sun
Experts are warning Northlanders to be careful in the sun this weekend.
Hotel Kerifornia: You can check in any time you like, but you have to drive the long way around to leave
Motorists needing to leave town will have to use the Heritage Bypass and Waipapa Rd.
New Northland Regional Council member gets in with a sliver of votes
Former Far North deputy mayor Tania McInnes doesn't want a recount
Mangakahia Area School appoints first Māori principal in more than a century
New principal Maria Dunn wants to restore school's heart and soul.
Diligence is the essential key to success in any endeavour
People are always looking for shortcuts, they want things to be easy.
Rebuilt Whangārei Boys' High School officially open
The new buildings, including a 1300-seat auditorium, cost $50m.
Rugby World Cup: Live from Whangārei's Northland Events Stadium
LIVE: Photos and news from Match Day 5 of Rugby World Cup 2021 in Whangārei
Labour weekend weather: Sunny days for holiday hotspots
Most of the country can expect sunny weather for the long weekend.
Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after bike and car collide
A motorcyclist was injured in the crash in Ruatangata, Whangārei.
Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu to captain Black Ferns in Rugby World Cup
Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu proud to lead Black Ferns in her home province
Northland's longest serving politician named Whangārei Deputy Mayor
New Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo has appointed his deputy mayor - find out who.
Gwen Lawson's wrap of the Northland bowls scene
Latest news from Northland's bowls scene.
Surf lifeguards braced for busy season starting this weekend
The summer season for surf lifeguards kicks off on Saturday.
Help sought to identify mystery Ōhaeawai photo
The group photo is thought to have been taken in Ōhaeawai between 1893 and 1898.