Black Fern Krystal Murray hopes Rugby World Cup in Northland inspires next generation of women players
Northland Black Fern Krystal Murray speaks ahead of Saturday's game against Scotland.
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'It's part of who I am': Meet NZ's first female free dive instructor trainer
Sacha Williamson is stamping her mark on the male-dominated world of freediving.
Northland leader Sonny Tau's trial aborted - but no fault of either Counsel or the defendant
A trial for Northland leader Sonny Tau has been aborted due to legal reasons.
Officer justified in shooting at man who injured police dog
The IPCA chairman commended the dog handler for his actions.
Emergency doctor calls for better animal control resources in the Far North to curb dog attacks
A worrying number of dog attacks on Far North residents has prompted calls for resourcing.
'It's appalling': Presence of women in local body government declines
Northland has had three women mayors and one regional council chair.
Whangārei Fringe 2022: Blackadder's irreverent romp delights
An admirable and successful stage adaptation of a much-beloved British period sitcom.
News snippets from Northland
News in brief: Lotto winner sold, and liquor store robbed.
Prominent Northland leader charged with indecent assault on teenage girl
Raniera (Sonny) Tau is on trial in Northland for indecent assault allegations.
Northland news in brief: Kitten season on its way; annual fishing comp
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Off-duty lifeguard and friends save man's life at Kai Iwi Lakes
A man in trouble in the water was dragged out and given CPR at Kai Iwi Lakes.
Rugby fans treated to a feast of women's rugby by powerhouses France and England
A bigger crowd is expected at last round of RWC 2021 pool games in Whangārei this weekend.
Councillors join in the fun at Diwali celebrations in Whangārei
More than 200 turn up for an afternoon of song and dance at Diwali celebration.
Hector's dolphin in Northland for first time in 100 years
There were two sightings in Mangonui Harbour last weekend.
Australian rugby star plans to go and see her Far North whānau
Trilleen Pomare reminisces about her school holidays in Aoteoroa.
Parents open up about losing 'superhero' son in freak accident
Meet Declan Halford, the 10-year-old boy who was the 'ultimate superhero' his family says.
Joe Bennett: Russia's 'killer dolphins' are next phase of animal weaponry
Joe Bennett dives into the lengthy history of how man has used animals for warfare.
Scotland and Australia looking for their first win in RWC2021
Australian women's rugby captain focuses on full 80-minute performance against Scotland.
Outdoor bowler Ann Muir and rugby player Bevan Holmes announced as legends
Northlanders are inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame.
'Not adequately equipped': Big increase in police officers leaving the force
National list MP Shane Reti says Northland needs more police in the right places.
Donations needed for lifesaving service
Northland Rescue Helicopter's annual appeal is under way.
Council newcomers stamp their mark on election
A breakdown of how many new faces will be around the council tables in Northland.
Whangārei RSA women's section celebrates 77 year milestone
The women's section has been thriving since being officially formed in the 1940s.
Whangārei Heads has greatest voter turnout in Northland elections
A long-time resident says the area is always keen to utilise its democratic right.
Northland beef farmers strong rebuke to government emission proposal
Fed Farmers Northland lashes out at government over emissions reduction proposals.
Comment: Plan for tourism initiatives in Tai Tokerau well underway
Tai Tokerau Northland Destination Management Plan outlined.
Results expected tomorrow in Far North's knife-edge election
Moko or Ann? At most one more sleep before Far North voters know their new mayor.
Whangārei Fringe Festival: Climate change in sound and imagery
The issue of climate change is being raised a different way - through performance.
Photo exhibition captures North Hokianga's vanishing way of life
Morrow's project started as a 6-month employment scheme. She kept at it for 10 years.
'Big mistakes happening': Exhausted hospital staff working 16-hour shifts, nurse reveals
'It's quite a scary place to be at the moment, to be honest.'
Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Uretiti Beach Campsite top DoC visitor numbers
Kaipara hotspots proved to be the country's favourites when it came to walks and camping.
Ben Mowen amongst high profile ex internationals in Northland for RWC2021
Former Aussie skipper talks about Whangārei and catching up with good mate Rene Ranger.