SH10 roadworks in Far North should end farmer's safety concerns
Far North farmer delighted highway work finally under way on dangerous surface.
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Far North council’s request to delay putting fluoride in water denied
The council must now meet a deadline that is less than two weeks away.
Goodbye Great Plate, hello Creative Cup: New fundraiser to feature at Quarry Arts Centre
After years of exhibiting plates as their fundraiser, cups now take centre stage.
Concerns proposed 110km/h speed limits not suited to Northland
Road safety advocates say government speed limit plan won't work for Northland roads.
Bridge vs truck: Whangārei structure hit by vehicle yet again
The Rust Avenue bridge has been struck 15 times since 2004.
Billionaire buys Northland lodge that charges visitors $15,000 a night
The developer pounced after the asking price dropped.
News in brief: Warm donation for cancer patients, business event to inspire Northland women
The latest news bites from around the region.
Occupied Northland school pulled from sale after vendor dies
Hapū members have occupied the former Tōwai School site since the end of March.
Hundreds of spaces in Northland for National Volunteer Week
Far North volunteers say helping others brings great rewards.
Is it safe? Inquiry into Northern Wairoa health called for
'Zombie' fish and years of pollution pushes Dargaville residents to call for inquiry.
Kevin Page: Finally, the time has come to ride off into the sunset
OPINION: Sometimes boyish good looks and natural charm are not enough.
Every dog has its (work)day in Kaitāia ahead of National Take Your Dog To Work Day
The Far North town is already leading the pack.
Lights, camera, action: Far North's Got Talent youth gear up for final
12 talented youngsters in Saturday's Far North's Got Talent final.
Far North farmer wants urgent work on slippery highway after three vehicles crash into paddock in a week
In the latest crash, three children are believed to have been in the vehicle,
It's a sore spot: Northlanders respond to pothole funding boost
Northlanders affected by potholes respond to government funding boost.
Disappointment as Matariki festival showpiece cancelled after funding cut
'The event gave people a reason to head up north to celebrate.'
No ageism in art: Award-winning songwriter sings praises of teenage Kerikeri band
Two Northland bands are coming together to play a one-off gig in Kerikeri.
Working Justice systems behind Northland's drop in ram raids
80 per cent of the ram raids were committed by young people aged 10 to 17.
Severe thunderstorm watch: Possible thunderstorms and rain for Northland this evening
The watch is in place from 6pm until midnight tonight.
New satellite classrooms announced for high-needs students in mid-north
It's part of $89m put aside for special school funding and upgrades announced on Friday.
Carolyn Hansen: Improve your health by removing toxins
OPINION: Toxicity is all around us but there are useful steps we can take to reduce it.
Roaming wild cattle: Fears someone will die
Up to 100 wild cattle are damaging bush around Waikaraka and endangering drivers.
Joe Bennett: Think of a number between one and 100
OPINION: What are you hoping for? Do you want me to guess the number?
Rare condition not stopping Whangārei girl fundraising for testing
Carrie, 12, has limited vision and mobility, and needs to get to Melbourne for tests.
Our Treasures: Museum trilogy to unravel Matariki
This year’s space lens of Matariki focuses on the science before the cultures.
Thunderstorm watch issued, weather expected to ease over Northland late morning
Motorists are reminded to take care as driving conditions may be hazardous.
Council slammed over continuing with climate funding cuts
Kaipara Mayor Craig Jepson disagreed the council had abused the democratic process.
Zonta Book Fair in Whangārei has new venue as call for donations goes out
Whangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair on again after new venue found.
'Disappointed': Northlanders not impressed with EPA decision on continued use of Hi-Cane
Northlanders respond to EPA decision to allow Hi-Cane spray in kiwifruit orchards.
Commuter warning ahead of heavy rain, thunderstorms, localised flooding fears
Local flooding and water pooling are expected, most likely in north and east Auckland.
Family lawyer brutally attacked in court lift played dead in hope of survival
'I remember waking on the floor, yelling for help and being in real fear for my life.'
Millions spent reopening mothballed Northland railway line
A total of $33.5 million was spent on the line from Kauri to Ōtiria.
News in brief: CityLink bus service dedicated to students, Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The latest news bites from around the region.