Northland firefighters are reminding to be vigilant as the region's fire risks.

Rawene Rd closed as helicopters and fire crews battle large wildfire

Alexander Coe, 38, is accused of kidnapping and using a gun against a police officer.

Brothers accused of threatening to kill Northland police officers remanded in custody

News in briefs from Northland.

Whangārei's Ruby Humfrey wants a shipping container for her teenager to use as a bedroom.

It's not every day you get to see your nail polish on a famous musician's fingers.

Kaitaia's Switzer rest home cosy with solar power

The 53-year-old is a 10-time national champion and a two-time world champion.

Around 140,000 students in New Zealand, the Cook Islands and Niue sat exams last year.

Nine America's Cup fanzones have been approved around Northland

News in briefs from across Northland

Eight people have put themselves forward for Northland Regional Council's byelection.

Trucks will be carting containers along SH1 from Northport to Auckland from Tuesday.

Lee Gamble captured dolphin experience on cellphone, but wishes she had her camera.

Work on a new water storage facility in Kaipara will begin before the start of winter.

The workshop will give youth the chance to try their hand at filmmaking.

Second ship to offload containers at Northport bound for Auckland.

Congratulations to Paul Wightman who reached the last 32 in the singles.

Staffie-cross dog is a Moerewa mother's "last link" to her late pregnant teen daughter.

Matiu Walters - Six60 frontman - on Waitangi gig and touring

Free kids' rides expected to be a big drawcard this Saturday.

Sandcastle comp on again; and stolen sick puppy returned.

Northland police want witnesses to a second altercation before a man was killed

DoC urges people to report attempts to injure or kill endangered seagulls in Northland.