Pierced by a speargun: Is it time to introduce a spearfishing licence?
The case of a Kiwi man's speargun injury has highlighted the popular sport's risk.
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Northland’s worst fire in decades caused by ‘land-clearing burn that got out of control’
Fire and Emergency report finds Kaimaumau wildfire last summer was accidental.
Man airlifted to hospital after stabbing in Paihia
The Advocate understands the man has been airlifted to Whangārei Hospital.
Man killed while sandboarding ignored order not to go down dunes, court hears
Northland company on trial after Korean tourist dies at Northalnd's Te Paki sand dunes
Devastating Kaimaumau fire caused by ‘land-clearing burn that got out of control’ — FENZ
No one will be prosecuted over blaze that cost $7m and took three months to put out.
Company on trial over Te Paki sand dune death
Sand Safaris 2014 Ltd is facing charges laid by WorkSafe.
World-champ Black Ferns steal the show at Kaikohe Christmas parade
The event recaptured the spirit — and crowds — of Kaikohe parades in days gone by.
Take a dip into Whangārei's swimming history
Early history of swimming on show at Whangārei Museum.
Far North businessman Ken Rintoul has died
Rintoul approached diagnosis with ‘optimistic determination and ambition to beat the odds'
Cutting the cost of Christmas for Northlanders
Secret Santas, homemade gifts and setting budgets are recommended ways to keep costs down.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities a success in Whangārei
"It’s about empowering the disabled community"
More money wanted for transport in Northland
Northland’s local government leaders want more transport funding to aid regional growth.
Crackers about Christmas: Retirement village folk create reusable festive items
Summerset Mount Denby residents are doing their bit for the environment.
One dead after Tūtūkākā Coast crash
A person has died after two vehicles collided on Ngunguru Rd.
Whangārei used to be the place you stopped only for a toilet break. Not any more.
Hundertwasser and new Town Basin attractions credited with city’s tourism turnaround.
Northland Chinese restaurant ordered to pay former worker $23K
The worker said some weeks he was made to work up to 87 hours over a seven-day period.
Where Ninety Mile Beach mussel spat come from has finally been revealed
Mussel spat washing up on Ninety Mile Beach is from local reefs
Two seriously injured in head-on smash
Two rescue helicopters flew the injured to Whangārei Hospital.
Our outdated work week: Why the promise of four days is so enticing
Academics say we're working in an outdated system with aged stereotypes.
Change of plea wanted by Northland man who owned dog that killed kiwi
Man who owns dog that killed kiwi in Northland wants to change his guilty plea
Northland extras wanted for Jason Momoa's 'epic' new TV series
Casting agent overwhelmed by response to call for extras in 'epic' historical drama.
Northland's wettest November on record sees 360mm fall
Northland's wettest November on record saw more than five times the monthly rain average.
It's a no: Far North dog enthusiasts oppose site of new off-leash dog park
Far North dog owners have given a big paws down to the site of a new designated dog park.
Two injured after serious crash on State Highway 10 in the Far North
Police responded to the crash near Thompson Place in Cable Bay just before 7pm
Live: Northland dairy owners close doors as part of nationwide vigil for slain worker
Dairies nationwide will be closing their doors between 12.30pm and 2.30pm.
Kaitaia boxer Mea Motu is new WBC Asia Super bantamweight champion
Northland boxer Mea Motu claims first international title in Dubai.
TV sergeant joins forces with Northland police to recover stolen property
Actor Neill Rea, from The Brokenwood Mysteries, helped police track down his stolen kayak.
Walking access from Northland’s Ripiro Beach to Kai Iwi Lakes restored
A farmer's goodwill has seen the track from Ripiro Beach to Kai Iwi Lakes restored.
How you can help someone as they fight through an eating disorder
This year wait times in Northland average about 11 days