Mistaken identity blamed for Kerikeri real estate agent's assault on top cop
Can mistaken identity get any worse than this assault in a Paihia restaurant?
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Fatal house fire third blaze tragedy in a day
Death came after a fatality in Hunterville and another in Waihī yesterday.
Just a ticket but representing so much more
William Lipscombe was quite young when he visited the NZ Centennial Exhibition in 1939.
'Warm, deep hug' story set to charm Northland audiences
Story about depression, loss, and discovering all the beautiful moments debuting tomorrow.
Unique multi-million dollar aluminium boat from Whangārei's Circa Marine
Whangārei's Circa Marine launches new multi-million, 24-metre aluminium boat.
Highly venomous sea snake washes up alive on beach
A deadly sea snake found alive on a Northland beach is classed as a native.
Combating youth violence: 'It needs to stop' says mum of Northland girl viciously attacked by teen
The family say whānau and police have been amazing support in the wake of the attack.
Whakaangi Landcare Trust trapping pests on Northland peninsula thanks to $30,000 grant
$30k grant from Foundation North for trapping in Far North forest
Film-maker puts Northland in spotlight with James & Isey
Florian Habicht's new doco is a glimpse of the lives of a centenarian and her devoted son.
Retired roading contractors voice concerns about state of Northland roads
Four retired roading contractors speak out about the standards of Northland roads.
'Worst thing ever': Mum describes 6-year-old's heartbreaking meningococcal death
Just six hours after he was picked up from school, Takarua fell victim to the disease.
Brent Eastwood: strategy for play, active recreation and sport is confirmed
The vision for the strategy is 'Keeping Te Tai Tokerau moving.
'Every family deserves a house': Landlord sells rental to tenant below market price
Arpit Patel was only looking for a rental. He found a landlord keen to help him buy.
130-year-old Northland icon destroyed by fire
Police want to hear from anyone with information about the 4am blaze in Kohukohu.
Get to know the new Ngātiwai Trust Board CEO
Hūhana Lyndon has been appointed the new CEO of the Ngātiwai Trust Board.
Hui to focus on Northland's global trade interests
Hui to be held focussing on Māori influence in New Zealand's free trade negotiations.
Former Whangārei mayor Stan Semenoff charged after fire allegedly burnt industrial waste
Whangārei mayor Stan Semenoff pleads not guilty to discharging contaminants into the air
Drivers, riders urged to upskill after four deaths in 15 days
Northland ride captain's advice: ''Ride like nobody's seen you''.
Whangārei exhibition to showcase best of young Ngāpuhi artists
Ngāpuhi youth are set to have their work exhibited at the Hihiaua Cultural Centre.
$750m Mangawhai development could happen after plan change allowed by Kaipara District Council
Kaipara District Council gives green light to controversial plan change
News snippets from Northland
Brave Caitlin Smith and band playing in Whangārei; and open fire season in Kaipara.
Joy for boaties as Kerikeri boat ramp to open in May
New Inlet Rd water access aims to reduce pressure on existing ramps.
Two Northland farms open for National Alpaca Day on Sunday
Northlanders can get up close to cuddly alpaca this Sunday - National Alpaca Day.
Look uphill for sediment control, farmers urged
Help available to retire hill country to stop erosion in Northland.
Issues exposed in Far North reaction to Northland tsunami alert
Some evacuees arrived without their medication and escape route signs have been stolen.
Lomas bows out of Waimamaku store after 35 years
Waimamaku community stalwart enjoying finally having time to work on his own property.
Anzac Day in Russell with a twist, turn
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Dianne Swann returning to Northland for shows to promote first solo album
Whangārei native Dianne Swann thought it was about time she released a solo album.
FNDC councillor forces extraordinary meeting to reconsider Māori wards
Far North District Council will next week go back to the table on Māori wards.
Health reforms leave some Northland GPs feeling overlooked
Northland GPs are concerned about a lack of consultation regarding health system reforms.
News snippets from Northland
Another Lotto win; and driver arrested over alleged assault on police officer.
Reimagining challenges as opportunities
'What doesn't kill you, makes you stronger,' writes Northland Inc's Codie McIntyre.