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'Worst seaweed pest' found in Bay of Islands days after council sounds alarm
The “foot and mouth” of marine seaweed pests was discovered on a Rāwhiti beach.
Royal Navy sailors return to Ngāwhā after 180 years
Group from HMS Spey first to visit graves of British dead from 1845 battle of Ōhaeawai.
‘They’re good fellas’: Boaties at centre of life-saving rescue drama thank Northland helicopter crew
Skipper urges other boaties to be prepared with the right gear, training and communication
WorkSafe prohibits high-risk school trips after Abbey Caves death
WorkSafe has issued two notices to the high school as it undergoes investigation.
'It was my worst nightmare': Dad relives day son hurt in deadly crash
The ute Ryan Hall's young son was travelling in collided head-on with a truck.
Fine weather sees delayed Northland bowls comps finally played
Janice Little wins delayed Northland Women's Centre Singles bowls title.
Harshinni Nayyar from Whangārei Girls High to compete in national Race Unity Speech Awards final
Whangārei Girls' High student Harshinni Nayyar wins regional Race Unity Speech Awards
70 students compete at Northland Scholastic Surf trials
Northland Scholastic Surf trials see big turnout from region's schools
Budget 2023 report card: Do the Govt's financial commitments meet the grade?
Four themes dominate this year's Budget - the cost of living among them.
More funding for frontline cops, but programme to tackle repeat child offenders bypassed
Budget commits an extra $50.8m to maintain frontline police numbers.
Far North residents choosing not to get cancer treatment because of travel stress
Funding to support isolated Northland communities get access to hospital services.
Ruakākā children's deaths: Police took nearly an hour to dispatch staff
Police shared further details after their response time raised questions.
Northland leaders need more detail on amount of road repair funding
Budget 2023: Northland leader responds to "poor" roading repair package.
Road Safety Week 2023: We can't blame crashes on road conditions, says driver trainer
Gerry O'Connell has spent more than a decade trying to make our roads safer.
Storm-damaged roads need $185.5m of repairs - but leaders aren't holding their breath
Northland's storm-ravaged roads need $185.5m - but will today's Budget deliver?
John Williamson: How tragic events change laws
Williamson says safety, after all, involves both a system and an education process.
Pro wrestler-turned-comic artist Michel Mulipola heading to Northland
Michel Mulipola is known for his graphic novel Samoan Heroes and work for Marvel, Disney.
‘It’s heartbreaking’: Ōtiria’s close call highlights spillway urgency
$7m project aims to restore streams' natural paths instead of flooding Ōtiria, Moerewa.
Far North mum keeps the whānau fed, despite financial constraints
Shantelle Puru's careful budget faced ruin when $50 was lost in the supermarket carpark.
Lighthouse walkway at Cape Rēinga re-opens after storm damage
The road to the Taputaputa campground remains closed due to slips.
Haze Peihopa homcide: Whangārei brothers convicted over death fighting to keep name suppression
Court of Appeal to decide if brothers convicted over Whangārei death keep suppression
Road Safety Week 2023: Paramedic's warning after seeing too much carnage on roads
Critical care paramedic Paul Davis has seen more than enough carnage on our roads.
Sea rescue: Skipper operates on crewmate, guided by surgeon via FaceTime
Northland rescue chopper crew praised for skill, professionalism.
Enchanter rescuers stunned to receive highest national honour for lifesaving efforts
Top S&R honours for Northland Enchanter rescuers
Council sounds alarm with Govt over 'worst invasive seaweed' worldwide
The invasive seaweed is considered to pose a great threat to Northland's coastline.
Northland news in brief: Pink Ribbon morning tea; more rain, wind on way and Sistema to turn 10
News snippets from Northland.
Promotion winner happy with $10k win despite missing out on $1m
CrossFit enthusiast picks envelope with $10k rather than $1m.
'Truly overwhelmed by love': Karnin Petera's family issue heartfelt thanks
The teen's whānau wrote a long list of thank-yous, which included the boy's school.
Northland police on what is killing people on region’s roads
Police plan to ramp up breath testing and crackdown on speeding in rural areas.
Family friend saw 'lovely kids' day before Ruakākā deaths
A friend said nothing appeared out of the ordinary when he saw the kids on Sunday morning.
Hokianga residents take a stand against sewage plant plans saying they want their harbour water to be clean
Hearings into renewal of Kohukohu, Ōpononi treatment plant consents to last all this week.
Woman, 25, charged with murder after deaths of two children in Ruakākā
The woman will be appearing in court today.
Noisy roosters and horse deposits: Years of animal complaints in Far North prompt new bylaw
Animal complaints and problems in the Far North have gone unresolved after a bylaw lapsed.