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Floodwaters submerge sleeping tourists' car
Northland storm sees dramatic rescue as floodwaters swamp cars at reserve
A little whale with a unique story
The skeleton is what remains of a minke whale that was found stranded on a beach.
Far North District Council's Hilda Halkyard-Harawira has been officially sworn as councillor
Far North District Council completes final swearing in ceremony
Opinion: The upside-down painting dilemma
Who is to say that Paris has it right and Dusseldorf wrong?
Aucklanders targeted as Kaipara opens up more land for development
More land in the Kaipara is to be rezoned for development.
State Highway 1 reopens near Hikurangi after lengthy closure
Northland getting more heavy rain and strong winds
Jury set to retire in Whangārei murder trial where two brothers are accused of killing during a street brawl
Three crucial seconds of CCTV will determine if brothers are guilty of murder.
Heavy rain and strong winds for Northland for second time this week
Northland to get more heavy rain and strong winds
Parua Bay fatal crash: Improvements in the pipeline for notorious black spot
A day before Wednesday's fatality, four other accidents occurred at the same location.
News bites: School kapa haka fest returns, chess champs this weekend
News in brief from Northland
Northland homestays needed for returning international students
Northland is to get international high school students back next year.
Motorist walks away from freak tree fall in Northland
Northland was hit with violent storms causing metre-deep flooding.
Parua Bay fatal crash: Car submerged upside down in water
Whangārei Heads Rd has reopened after it was closed following a fatal crash earlier today.
Govt report names vulnerable communities at major risk of flooding
Some Northlanders felt the suggestion communities at risk needed to move was unnecessary.
A breeding ground for crime and unrest: Broadcaster's take on Northland
A well-known broadcaster has said the Far North is 'a breeding ground for crime'.
David Grindle: Communication is key to a happy relationship
Difficult conversations can build an open and transparent relationship.
Motorists stuck as roads flood but rain due to ease
A band of heavy rain is passing over Northland and should ease shortly.
Emergency services free person trapped in digger
The person is reportedly trapped in a digger.
Police name men who died in Far North crashes
Aaron Donaldson, 50, of Waipapa, died in the crash last Thursday.
Prepare for delays: Two road deaths prompt police warning for drivers
The causes of both fatal crashes remain under investigation.
Kevin Page: I am over Halloween trick-or-treaters
This year I took a different approach to Halloween.
Be careful on Northland's roads with heavy rain likely
Heavy rain due in Northland today , MetService warns
Far North councillor-elect uses 'legally invalid' document for council swearing-in ceremony
New councillor to become official on Thursday after signing correct document.
Brothers charged with Whangārei murder on trial in High Court
The brothers' Whangārei murder trial was disrupted due to public gallery outbursts.
Fur seal on Northland's Mangakahia Rd more than 30km from ocean home
It is the first time a seal has been seen in the area.
Whangārei Ethnic Football Festival back after Covid absence
This year, 18 teams representing different countries took part in the festival.
'It would give our local communities their voices back': Community taking control of alcohol licensing
Law changes have come just after an off-licence was denied due to community objections.
Northpower Electric Power Trust elections open with eight vying for five positions
Voting papers have already been sent out.
News in brief: Northland Lotto win; One injured in car crash
Snippets of news from around the region.
Vince Cocurullo: It is an absolute honour to be elected for the 2022-2025 term
Congratulations to you all on electing such capable, committed councillors.
Thousands turn out for first fireworks display in three years
People were let in for free, as ticket sellers couldn't keep up.