Far North couple lose home, pets in devastating fire
Owners Susie and Kevin Wheller have been left with nothing but the clothes on their back.
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Person airlifted to hospital after alleged assault near Far North wharf
One person has been taken into custody after the alleged assault.
News in brief: Ocean swimmers brave chilly race, nurses' strike at Whangārei Hospital
The latest news bites from around the region.
Ratepayers to cover cost of felling 230 redwoods in Far North
More than 200 redwood trees will soon be removed in Kerikeri – so who pays?
Opinion: Endless tourist tours are our modern purgatory
Apparently elsewhere in Norway there’s a town called simply 'Hell'.
Why kiwi deaths on roads highlight a conservation success story
Both kiwi, a male and female, were wild-hatched.
'Reach new heights': Māori tradies share their journeys from challenges to triumph
A new campaign has been launched to highlight the achievements of Māori in the trades.
News in brief: Three new orthopaedic surgeons for Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Sobering' downturn: Bay of Islands cruise bookings nearly halve
Only 47 cruise ships are scheduled for the Bay of Islands next season.
'Not good enough': Northland doctors walk out over health system crisis
Northland senior doctors, working among a 19% vacancy rate, want better conditions.
Hopes new Baylys Beach observation tower will aid surf safety, prevent rescues
Surf club captain Kyran Gillespie says something fit for purpose is a welcome change.
On The Up: 'Proud of him': Teen's netball journey from umpire to player
Mahuta Haunui-Tipene will represent NZ in an U17 netball tournament in Melbourne.
News in brief: Sandbox Fandom Festival 2025 returns to Whangārei in July
The latest news bites from around the region.
'A lot of tears': Concerns over changes to post-mortem examinations
Health NZ plans for autopsies to remain in Whangārei, with a two-year contract extension.
Koru stolen from community leader's grave back with whānau
The koru was taken from a grave sometime last week, leaving the family devastated.
'Too late': Principals critique vaping ban amid school challenges
Vape suppliers breaching the ban face a fine of up to $400,000.
'Posed little to no risk': Sand mining company defends operations
The sandspit has lost 420,000 tonnes of sand in six years.
Hot rod round-up to feature nine-year passion project for charity
Wade Nisbet said the event was an opportunity to share his passion with the community.
Horse dies after collision with vehicle on SH12
The horse did not survive Sunday night's collision near Kaikohe.
Matariki-themed film by Māori director set to premiere in Northland
The film 'Kōkā' is set against the backdrop of Matariki in Northland.
'Sacrilege': Family anger over theft from Dargaville grave
The $2000 koru was sawn off Michael Mudford’s headstone.
Opinion: The struggles of finding peace in a shared hot pool
One day, a stray ball hit me in the head, interrupting my peaceful soak. Photo / 123rf
'Really sad' - Fully ablaze kitchen damages Tikipunga home
One person was taken to Whangārei Hospital to be checked over.
'Warmer, drier': Kiwi homes scheme offers big insulation savings
Over 1200 households in Kaitāia may get insulation discounts.
‘Economic disaster’: $100m threat if Mangawhai sandspit breaches
Mangawhai sandspit has lost more than 420,000 tonnes of non-replenishing sand.
Vince Cocurullo: Volunteers are the heartbeat of our community
National Volunteer Week runs from June 15 to 21, celebrating community service.
'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward meals
Each week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.
Opinion: Our minds work in mysterious ways
Opinion: Answers are needed when the head is full of questions.
Opinion: Embracing the hot-cold dance of Northland winters
I know that disabled people are agile when it comes to adjusting to the environment.
Northland chaplain leads way to help homeless move from tent to cabin
John has been living in a tent for nearly three months with his two dogs.
News in brief: Community clean-up at Tui fire site invites volunteers
The latest news bites from around the region.
Middle-aged thieves stealing kilos of lollies from family-run store
Store manager Jayden Aben says regular customers are targeting the family-run business.
'An honour': Far North cafe's triple victory at national awards
Peekaboo Backyard Eatery won the Supreme Award at the Lion Hospitality Awards.
John Williamson: Driver demerit point system needs to be timely to work
OPINION: The system aims to reduce repeat offences by targeting high-risk drivers.