The man who murdered Peter Nilsson has been jailed for 17 years.

TOP's Gareth Morgan: O'Sullivan "ticks a number of boxes" - but National is calling too.

There are many other roading projects that could use $50 million, says Cr Felicity Foy.

Federated Farmers is asking its members to speak up about tax issues.

A new shipping service for Northland's kiwifruit industry represents a win for everyone.

The avocado sector is in a good position for growth, according to ANZ Agri Focus.

Police are appealing for sightings of the orange Hitachi mini-excavator and trailer.

It's galling to see people patting themselves on the back after Census failure to deliver.

Far North neighbours at war after a Kaingaroa man built a burn-out pad.

The spirit of a courageous rugby player was celebrated at a memorial match at Ahipara.

Far North council has met all required demands for Kaitaia dog pound - except one.

Census excludes people without computers or post boxes, says a reader.

Hundreds of children and their families turned out for Children's Day in Kaitaia.

LegaSea hopes Stuart Nash will stand firm against industry pressures to drop monitoring.

Almost all the machinery stolen in a ram raid at a Bay of Islands quarry was recovered.

The Muriwai Sports Fishing Club retained the Wildcat Trophy for the second year in a row.

Kaitaia's Merv Cameron and sheep dog Roy claimed top honours at Northland Field Days.

Liam Burke's performances this year has totally surpassed everyone's expectations.

Angling advocates are vocal about the need to maintain water quality, says Andrew McGiven.

A fatal crash at a notorious stretch of road in Te Paki does not surprise a Kaitaia man.

An unusual seaweed found in Bay of Islands is not invasive mermaid's hair, as feared.

Northland's rescue helicopter service is strengthening its links with iwi to serve region.

The exhibit at Te Ahu in Kaitaia is one of Valma Shanks biggest yet.

Kids are encouraged to think for themselves more these days in schools.

Community volunteers are helping elderly get to grips with Census today in Kerikeri.

Victim tried to fend off dogs by climbing onto a trolley and throwing a plastic kennel

Feds: The rural-urban disconnect may not be as marked as some commentators claim.

Northland has been victim of government neglect, says Winston Peters.

Heavy rain means some Northland beaches show signs of bacterial contamination.

An amateur boxer from Kaitaia Boxing Club is ready for round 2 after Auckland fight.