New councillor to become official on Thursday after signing correct document.

Police have arrested one male, who was In possession of a firearm.

The brothers' Whangārei murder trial was disrupted due to public gallery outbursts.

This year, 18 teams representing different countries took part in the festival.

It is the first time a seal has been seen in the area.

Voting papers have already been sent out.

Snippets of news from around the region.

Congratulations to you all on electing such capable, committed councillors.

News in brief from Northland

For many of us, it's hard to imagine a world without being able to flush our woes away.

The company is distributing almost $12.4m back to electricity users.

A pōwhiri for the new mayor and councillors at Whangārei's Terenga Paraoa Marae.

McKay boss Lindsay Faithfull is the 2022 Northern Advocate Hall of Fame inductee

Key inter-council regional leadership roles have been selected.

A person has died and another suffered critical injuries.

A Far North business launched a device that stops lambs from drowning in water troughs.

Catch up on what's happening around the region.

Traffic lights will be used instead of stop/go signs to keep staff safe at roadworks.

The 2022 Gumboot Friday Appeal is raising funds for free counselling for young people.

A 26-year-old man is facing charges relating to burglary with a weapon and theft.

Security will be tightened for this weekend's semifinals following a naked pitch invasion.

A 26-year-old man is due to appear in court today.

Community collaboration 'secret sauce' to Far North revitalisation project success.

Kaitaia hosts an international basketball tournament this week.