Navy vessel HMNZS Wellington visits Whangārei
It's not the first time the 85 metre-long ship has been in Northland.
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Russell's Birdman lives to jump another day
New volunteers step up to keep Northland's biggest mid-winter event alive.
Hockey stars show skill
Schools from across the region came to Whangārei to settle old scores.
Young squashies crowned singles champions
The future of Northland squash battled it out on Thursday with fierce passion.
Travel worth it for Phantom starring role
Whangārei Theatre Company presents The Phantom of the Opera.
Hunters join battle to stop spread of deadly kauri disease
Far North hunters are being enlisted in the battle to stop the spread of kauri dieback.
Dog stranded in Waitangi River sparks community rescue mission
Dog-lovers employ a kayak, dog treats and social media in successful rescue at Haruru.
Provincial Growth Fund boost for Northland horticulture jobs
The $1.1m scheme aims to encourage more workers into higher-paying horticulture jobs.
Three arrested over Mustang police chase in Northland appear in court
Trio arrested in relation to a 64km police chase in a stolen Mustang appear in court
Northland school acts make it through to Smokefreerockquest regional final
Rockquest competitive but supportive environment too, director says.
Newest Black Fern marks Northland resurgence
The 23-year-old might be in line for a World Cup appearance on home soil in 2021.
Three injured as overtaking utes collide on SH10
The collision closed SH10 between Pakaraka and Puketona for two hours.
Sport board intern position a great chance
Applications close on May 31 so make sure you get in touch if this jobs sounds like you.
Watch: Stunning meteor lets off boom, lights up New Zealand skies
'Brilliant bright white light bursting out from darkness then a falling shower of flames.'
Fraudster's Northland home seized by police
Home in Waimate North, car, jewellery will be sold to pay back $726,000 ministry fraud.
Judge tells fleeing driver he could kill himself but not members of the public
Walter Franks was clocked doing 120km/h in a 50km/h zone on a Raumanga street.
Boys thrive on Blue Light discipline
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Chef doing it tough while fasting
Whangārei chef can't taste food he cooks and smells due to fasting.
Northland FC rue missed chances
Northland went close to claiming the three points to help challenge the top four.
Yacht donated to Northland kids' charity
Comedian Mike King contacted by family of late boat owner seeking a good cause.
WBHS qualify for national golf comp
The next Lydia Ko could be coming up through the ranks on Northland's golf courses.
Northland news in brief: landlords need to put in insulation and police dog tracks man
News snippets from Northland
Future of Russell's Birdman Festival in doubt
Dwindling volunteer base and lost funding could spell the end of mid-winter festival.
Sport detail: Clay target, bowls, golf results
Read how Northland's shooters, bowlers and golfers have been getting on.
Undermanned Broncos claim tight win
Portland had to default the round's other fixture because they could not field a team.
Springfield men snatch scrappy win
Tempers flared as the late match-winner went into the goal for Springfield.
Moorhouse hit with Tikipunga season ban
A dangerous tackle captured on video was all it took for Moorhouse to be made to leave.
Ady Mckenzie climbs Sky Tower in record time
Northland volunteers firefighters raise thousands in annual Sky Tower Stair Challenge.
Upgrading Northland's rail network and line to Marsden Pt costing $1.3B
Upgrading Northland's rail network and line to Marsden Pt to cost $1.3b.
Kamo finish round one in style
Read the wrap on Northland's men's and women's premier rugby results from the weekend.
Riders converge on Horse of the North
About 35 horses and ponies came to Barge Park to be the first Horse of the North riders.
Photos: Shrek comes to Kerikeri
The Stage Door theatre company has been bringing the green ogre to life in Kerikeri.