Northland news in brief: Brynderwyns partially re-open; police call on public for help
The latest news bites from around the region.
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Wet tar seal turns quick trip for a pie into $5000 bill no one is fronting for
Dan Tothill, reliant on his car due to a knee injury, has had to go without since January.
Generators on way to Far North as Red Cross heeds Mayor’s appeal for help
TV host asked Moko Tepania about the one thing that would most help hard-hit communities.
Financial hardship a big issue faced by elderly, says Minister for Seniors
Age Concern said the rising cost of living is a major issue for local elderly people.
Marae keeps remote Northland community safe during Cyclone Gabrielle response
Far North marae keeps community connected, fed and entertained during Cyclone Gabrielle.
SH1 through Brynderwyns to partially re-open
The road will be open to northbound traffic only.
News in brief: Paparoa Pride parade returns; Sunday jazz hits right notes
The latest news bites from around the region.
Iwi leader hits back at PM's promise: The North has been 'forgotten for decades'
Northland's state post-cyclone highlights decades of under-investment, says iwi leader.
Lower wages but higher rent: Northlanders stung by price hikes
Rents have risen more in Northland than in any other part of the country.
Police ramp up appeal for information about vicious early morning assault
A group of men were reportedly involved in the early morning assault in urban Whangārei.
Closed detour through Waipū and Mangawhai should reopen on Friday
Blocked Waipū and Mangawhai detour round SH1 Brynderwyns closure cleared on Friday
Dog stolen along with van returned but man's livelihood remains in tatters
Rodney Murray was getting water for CatDog when his van - and the dog - were stolen.
Severe thunderstorm warning for Whangārei, Kaipara
Severe thunderstorms are not what sodden Northland needs.
Famous ventriloquist David Strassman's kind gesture in wake of cyclone
The comedian is giving away tickets to his Whangārei show.
Northland news in brief: Kōiwi found on Wainui beach; Top Energy warns of planned outage
The latest news bites from around the region.
Comment: Whangārei begins to bounce back after Cyclone Gabrielle
There's a bright future to look forward to in Whangārei and wider Northland.
It's the right thing to do: SPCA urges doggy daycare centres to get certified to improve animal welfare
A Whangārei doggy daycare is urging other daycare centres to get certified with the SPCA.
Photos: Northlanders turnout in droves for popular fun run in the sun
Many Northlanders donned their running shoes to take part in the much-loved event.
NZ Herald and Northern Advocate papers unable to be delivered
Flooding and slips made delivery conditions too difficult.
Drug dealing trio plead guilty to 40-plus charges ahead of trial
Three drug dealers including two women admit to over 40 charges of offending.
'Northland is absolutely not forgotten': PM Hipkins on cyclone rebuild
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins met with Northland mayors and leaders over roading.
Joe Bennett: It doesn't take a sailor to appreciate the SailGP splendour
Lyttelton is abuzz as the South Island town counts down to the impressive race.
Sport Thought: Conbrio Northland Sports Awards finalists named
The awards are a reflection of the sporting talent we have in Northland.
Happy birthday Hundertwasser: Iconic art centre celebrates its first year
More than 80,000 visitors have stepped through the doors of the famous art centre.
Ukrainian woman begs Northlanders to not forget home country as war surpasses a year
It's been a year since Russia invaded Ukraine and Olesya Gan checks in on her family daily
Negative thoughts and mental decline
Negativity breeds negativity and positivity breeds positivity.
Elon Musk cold-shoulders National MP Shane Reti's appeal for help
The Whangārei-based list MP told Musk we need bulk shipment of several hundred terminals.
PM meets with Te Tai Tokerau cyclone relief teams
The Prime Minister met with the food and essentials delivery team Tai Timu Tai Pari.
Brynderwyns detour via Mangawhai closed due to flooding, slips
Flooding is reportedly deep on the road at Hakaru.
200th kiwi released on Tūtūkākā Coast
A Whakawātea marked an important day for the ongoing conservation project.
Parihaka off limits after spate of slips
Many of the slips are still moving, Whangārei District Council has warned.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Northland
Thunderstorms are expected in southern Northland this afternoon.