News in brief: Man arrested after driving complaint leads to stolen car
Three arrested in Kamo dairy robbery, while in Kaeo police respond to a firearms incident.
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'I love league' Wāhine and kōtiro lace up for new league competition
Competition kicks off this weekend and has six contested women's team.
Former MasterChef winner thrives on simple, pared-back life in Northland
Former MasterChef winner opens up about how TV show changed his life for the better.
Four meningococcal cases detected in Northland
Take steps this winter against meningococcal as four cases detected in Northland.
Another deluge to hit Far North tonight
Major slip closes Waiotemarama Gorge Rd in South Hokianga.
Briefs: Fatal Moerewa crash, arrest over gun incident
The latest news bites from around the region.
Calls for security on after-school buses as drivers battle violence and bad behaviour
"Someone is going to get very, very hurt."
Afghan families learn how to swim
Afghan families settled in Whananaki find their first swim lessons fun and exciting.
More than 60 charges laid after major drug and money laundering scheme busted
The syndicate was reportedly headed by a Waitematā man with links to a Vietnamese gang.
Waiotemarama Gorge Road in South Hokianga unlikely to be fully re-opened until August
Motorists advised about a major slip and detours in place in Hokianga.
Orange heavy rain warning and strong wind watch for Northland issued
Northlanders advised to take care on the roads this afternoon and to avoid going out.
One person dead after Moerewa crash
The fatal crash involved two vehicles, police said.
Extension 350 programme a catalyst for change for farmers
Business mentoring programme comes to an end.
Cost of living has a dampening effect on Northland house buyers' appetite
Northland's median price remains unchanged from June 2021, sitting at $700,000.
First Union claims Channel Infrastructure won't pay a cent towards site remediation
Expected cost of conversion to import-terminal at Marsden Pt between $200m and $220m.
New court system promises fairer, more inclusive justice
Kaitaia is just the third courthouse in New Zealand to adopt the Te Ao Mārama initiative.
'It was funny and very lucky to spot humpback whale so close to home'
Visitors in Northland blessed with the rare sight of humpback whales feeding in the water.
More heavy rain expected this week after downpour
The heavy rain for the week is not over, MetService is warning.
Butcher carves his way into Sharp Blacks and world stage
Dan Klink is one of 15 Hellers Sharp Blacks headed to the Olympics of butchery this year.
My car can't take it any longer: Motorists bemoan the state of Northland roads
Gaping holes in our state highways and local roads have sparked a new social media group.
Dairy staff detectives find getaway car, weapons after suspects' social media boast
Tutukaka store robber posts selfie with stolen cigarettes on social media.
Huge flocks of birds seen in Far North
Looming bad weather one possible explanation for giant flocks of gulls over Kaitaia.
Teen's mum praises 'hero' mates after freak skate accident
Injured skater's friends stopped the bleeding, called 111, kept calm and stuck with him.
Maungaturoto Country Club loses another sheep
Country caretaker discovers pregnant ewe killed and newborn and intestines left behind.
Watch: Gone in 60 seconds - thieves loot store's cigarette shelves
Terrified worker hides in back room as four males strip tobacco products.
More people seeking help to rehome pets due to soaring living costs
More pets are being surrendered as Northlanders struggle with the cost of living.
Ngāwhā healing hot springs reopen to banish winter chills
New pricing, opening times aim to protect taonga, spread crowds and create employment.
Cosplay fans gather at the Plunge Pop Culture Convention
Plunge Pop Culture Convention organiser is excited for the first event in Kerikeri.
Mid Northern win club rugby final, skipper scores four tries
Mid Northern end nine-year drought on premier rugby title with win over Waipū.
Save Our Sands protest: 'When every grain of the sand is gone, it will never be replaced'
Around 300 people protest against renewal of sand mining resource consent in Mangawhai.
In a shocking state: Motorists seek compo for damage incurred on state highways
Irate motorists want compensation after suffering vehicle damage on Northland roads.
Vaughan Gunson's take on the best of Elvis Presley
Vaughan Gunson gives his take on the best in music and movies.