Speeding boaties and lack of lifejackets still a problem in Northland
Regional harbourmaster on continuous flouting of bylaws by boaties.
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Bay News: Sailing week under way; return of swallows and art for a cause
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds with Sandy Myhre.
Government seeking public feedback on proposed vape regulations
Stronger measures are part of efforts to reducing vaping rates.
Kawakawa’s Wally Lipsham retires after 32 years with St John
"I still get people coming up to me saying I saved them. But I was only doing my job."
Kerikeri BBQ BOI team goes the whole hog to win spot in barbecue world champs
The team received two perfect scores in the hotly contested two-day competition.
It’s oh-fish-ial: the Wish 4 Fish boat is back in Northland
The Wish 4 Fish boat is designed with wheelchair users in mind.
Two dead in separate crashes in Northland
The two-car crash, about 30km south of Whangarei, was reported to police about 5.40pm.
Serious crash in Ruakaka, road closed
One Tree Point Rd is closed and diversions are in place.
24hr deluge: Rain, thunderstorms to start long Auckland Anniversary weekend
The wet conditions are expected to last most of the weekend.
Titewhai Harawira, a lifelong battler for Māori rights, dies aged 90
Lifelong battler for Māori rights to return home to Northland for burial.
Feisty fighter, lovely gran: Titewhai Harawira and nearly 90 years of activism
Titewhai Harawira hopes her legacy will continue through the generations.
Politicians pay their respects to the life of respected kuia Titewhai Harawira
Northland kuia Titewhai Harawira was a familiar face at Waitangi Day celebrations.
News briefs from Northland: Popular Touch a Truck returns; and home invasion investigated
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Practical ideas to reduce your child's screen time during summer
Need to entertain the kids? Here's a guide to getting them out and about this summer.
'It's a death trap': Why is it so hard to walk to Whangārei Town Basin?
Do you find it difficult to walk around Whangārei?
'Ecstatic' volunteers at the Quarry Gardens as it reaches five stars
Whangārei Quarry Gardens one step away from achieving the highest star rating
Your Local MP: Emily Henderson points to tough challenges ahead
‘New Year, new start’ got a whole new meaning this year, writes Dr Emily Henderson.
What's in a name? Locals debate Kororāreka v Russell in series of public meetings
Majority supported change but concerns raised about cost, process and social division.
Police arrest young pair after multiple overnight thefts
The night began with a reports of a car being stolen from a home in Kamo.
Whangārei street - a challenge to cross
Dent Street in Whangārei is an incredibly difficult street for pedestrians to cross. Video / Michael Cunningham
Comment: When not to declare a First World problem
"As Angry Man made his way past ... I muttered: 'First World problem, mate'. Oops."
Three Kerikeri folk nights to bring great sounds to fans
The Summer Folk Series features performers from Ireland, Canada and Scotland.
Northland's median house price goes up to $785,000
Kaipara reach a record median house price of $1.1m
Crash barrier for Pipiwai Rd after coroner's report
Trinity Flavell, 18, was killed in a crash on the rural road in September 2020.
Record group of Dutch waka paddlers heading to Waitangi
Dutch paddlers have taken part in Waitangi Day waka pageant almost every year since 2011.
'A proper tumble' Five-hour-old kiwi found on roadside
The very recently hatched kiwi chick was found wet, cold and covered in eggy remnants.
Northland news in brief: Celebrating Chris Leitch; and Wāhine exhibition on show
News snippets from across Northland and surrounds.
Gabriel's back! Northland’s favourite locomotive set to return this weekend
Huge cost of new boiler meant even Gabriel’s biggest fans feared it would never run again.
Swiss forestry firm pays $7 milion for Paparoa farm
The 450-hectare beef and dairy farm was sold for $7.14 million.
Bayleys Magic of Summer photo competition winners crowned
The Advocate received a mass of impressive entries each showcasing summer in all its glory
Northland player involved in dramatic finish at Hamilton Sevens
Heartbreak as Brady Rush denied winning try by TMO in sevens final.
All the fun of the Extravaganza Fair in Whangārei
Plenty of fun at the Extravaganza Fair in Whangārei
Bayleys Magic of Summer photo competition highly commended
Judge Michael Cunningham awarded these images as highly commended.
Polio vaccine still important despite no cases here for 45 years - Shane Reti
Shane Reti says routine vaccinations remain important, with Polio rates particularly low