Shark sightings increase in Northland as ocean warms
Warmer waters are bringing sharks closer to land this summer in Northland.
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Police op targets drink driving on Ninety Mile Beach
Police are pleased by the results of their blitz but say speeds on the beach are too high.
Roading leaders unhappy about plan for blanket speed limit cut
100km/h speed limit could disappear on Northland's state highways
News snippets from Northland
Inquiry into Tikipunga teen's death ongoing, and Northern Bass festival cancelled.
Flight of the Kiwi: Thousands flying to Northland for summer
Northland airports will see more than 26,000 visitors this summer holiday period.
Northland women bowlers vying for places in national finals
The latest news from Northland's bowl scene.
Land developer mum on the outcome of a geo-tech report on land slip
Whangārei District Council still awaiting report on remediation works by land developer.
Northland house fire: Vape left to charge on bed blamed for Kaitaia house fire
Another home was destroyed by a phone charger in Kaikohe last year.
Watch: 'Crazy!' - Two huge sharks snatch kingfish off line in Northland
A woman has hooked two sharks in battle over a kingfish caught on video.
'Having two shots of anything is not a lot of use against Omicron': Whangārei GP
Central Family Health GP Tim Cunningham explains how the booster protects from Omicron.
Work starts on maternity services extension at Whangārei Hospital
Whangārei Hospital's maternity services building expands
Firefighters brace for cyclone winds to fan fire at Kaimaumau
Cyclone could impact on fighting huge Northland fire at Kaimaumau
Kikuyu turf hard to beat for instant lawns
North turf grower finds kikuyu to be ideal grass for coastal lawns
Appeal for dashcam footage from Pipiwai area in search for missing Whangārei man
Appeal for dashcam footage in search for missing Whangārei man
Two more arrests after Northland drug raids involving Police and Customs
More arrests from alleged Northland-based drug importation ring
Orca delight at Mangōnui Harbour
Orca were spotted swimming together very close to the edge of Mangōnui harbour
Comment: Shutting out the bad stuff is not an option
Vaughan Gunson's Wednesday column
Vaccination campaign targets low-vax pockets with kai, live music
Vaccination events to hit Kaikohe, Dargaville and Opononi this week.
Solo show thanks Kerikeri community for support
Liam Collins, who is studying singing and drama, is well known from Turner Centre shows.
Police investigating threat against PM delivered to Kerikeri homes
Bizarre hand-written message delivered to letterboxes around Waipapa Rd.
Staff shortages hurting hospitality during busiest season
Northland's hospitality businesses face worsening staff shortage over busy summer period
'There have been no sightings of him at all': Search for missing Whangārei man continues
Kukama Waa has been missing for seven days after visiting family in Pipiwai for Christmas.
Far North forestry workers discover human skeleton in Kaitaia forest
Police are working to try to identify the person found but it's believed they are male.
'It could've been a hell of a lot worse': Ruakākā couple fortunate not to lose home to garage fire
When firefighters arrived the neighbourhood was out fighting the blaze with garden hoses.
Paparoa Store owner frightened by ram-raid all for the sake of stamps, chocolate, and vapes
A group of five youths used a stolen car to smash into the iconic Paparoa Store on Tuesday
Health provider building 60 affordable rentals for Kaikohe families struggling to save for a home
Three major building projects, including 42 affordable homes, are reshaping upper Broadway
Whananāki residents unhappy with visitors leaving rubbish behind
Whananāki community people who are reliant on bins find visitors abuse the facility.
Northlanders in modern-day 'pipi shuffle'
Northlanders share their tips on how to purge shellfish of annoying grit
Kevin Page: So far not so good with the New Year's resolutions
Not even two weeks into 2022 and Kevin Page has had enough of his New Year resolutions.
News in brief: Man still missing, new forecasting tool coming
Powerball and Strike rolled over.
'Our safety is at stake': Russell up in arms over relocation of town's sole constable
Police say historic Russell residence is deteriorating and too expensive to maintain.
Families enjoying annual camping holiday at Treasure Island
Aucklanders love our camping.