Mini-tornado wreaks havoc in boat yard in just 12 seconds
Tornadoes knock over boats in Whangārei yard and knock down trees at Oakura.
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Sacred Taratara Mountain off limits to the public
Education needed about Taratara Mountain which is sacred and off limits.
Charmaine Smith's Northland dream that will never be
A scan revealed Smith was at risk of becoming paralysed from the neck down.
V8 Supercars driver Greg Murphy takes Hikurangi locals for a spin on a Polaris
Race driver Greg Murphy was in Hikurangi on Wednesday giving locals the ride of their life
Kawakawa teen charged with murder
18-year-old charged in relation to stabbing death of Krillan Koni Brown, also 18.
Dementia unit in Maungatūroto tackles region-wide issue
Aged care advocates say there's a shortage of dementia units in Northland.
Maungaturoto pair win on home turf
It was the first centre title for both Malcolm Scott and Keith Youngman on Sunday.
Two young Far North councillors recognised for leadership
Mayor says the national leadership roles show the district is progressive and inclusive.
Dave Pennington - A selfless Red Cross volunteer
Dave Pennington helps the Red Cross at home and abroad in a variety of ways.
Manhunt Moerewa: Police arrest 19yo man
19yo man arrested this morning in Kawakawa after tip from the public.
In brief: Shellfish ban extended; water restrictions eased
News snippets from Northland.
Rates burden shifts as Far North land values soar
Sharp rise in land values means east coast will pay a bigger share of Far North rates.
Northlanders shiny happy people, survey says
Northlanders love spending time with their whānau more than the average Kiwi.
Manhunt for 19yo: School in lockdown
Moerewa School will remain closed until the end of week, principal announced.
Food poisoning hits WBHS 1st XV ahead of grudge match
The food poisoning hit after an after-match function following a game against Wellsford.
Dairy industry helps keep cash flowing
Fonterra helps small businesses by paying invoices earlier.
Northland news in brief: Driving charge after crash, quick thinking saves house
News snippets from around the region.
Byelection called on Karikari Peninsula
Lawrie Atkinson, who has resigned for health reasons, has been on the board since 2007.
Brrrr! Swimmers brave icy water in Paihia's mid-winter race
A round-up of events and news snippets from the Bay of Islands and the Mid North.
How my pride for Northland grew during lockdown
We've completed our sprint but, as always, we are in it for the long haul, says Templeton.
Gnawing rodents blamed for house bus fire
Other fire brigade call outs included freeing a person trapped in a courthouse toilet.
Four men on cannabis charges remanded in custody again
Four men charged over cannabis-growing operation remain in custody.
$5000 family road trip up for grabs as Far North lures domestic travellers
New Facebook page aims to promote Far North and encourage domestic tourism.
Increased Covid-19 testing shows no new Northland cases
The DHB is continuing to test for Covid-19 with extended hours at testing centres.
Northland man jailed for stabbing police dog, fleeing police
Man jailed for stabbing police dog trying to ram police cars, aggravated burglary.
Boatie couple helped to bring islands back to life
Malcolm and Helen Shaft help keeping Urupukapuka and other islands pest free.
New dental clinic embraces Advocate business campaign
A new dental team in Ruakākā has drilled into the support of the local business community.
Northland news in brief: Man sustains injuries from shotgun
News snippets from across the region.
Ex-NDHB head Brown calling for digital focus
Brown welcomed the proposed changes to the number of DHBs and how their boards functioned.
Two men appear in court in relation to Bridget Simmonds case
Whangārei man appears in court for murder of Bridget Simmonds.
Sheryl Mai: Celebrate the strength of communities working together
Take some time this week to volunteer.
Te Rarawa launches water storage project
Water reservoir will allow dairy farms to be converted to high-yield horticulture.
Jobs for Northland in fast-tracked infrastructure projects
Jobs and opportunities for Northland in fast-tracked infrastructure projects.