Once-in-500-year storm floods Northland, traps residents
A mammoth storm, flooding and tornado have damaged homes and trapped residents.
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Even firefighters need a hand sometmies: Fire truck stranded in floodwaters
Even Firies need a hand once in a while. Luckily, Whangārei 4WD Club members were nearby.
Volunteers trade shipping containers for $2m fire station
Ōkaihau brigade is also getting funding to the tune of $700,000 for a station extension.
Northlanders urged to report whale sightings
Scientists want reports of any southern right whales especially.
Northland volunteer groups recognised for brave rescue missions
Four people owe their lives to rescuers' skill, bravery.
Cheap power drawcard for industrial park
Park hopes to draw tenants with cheap power, secure water supply and ready infrastructure.
How severe is Northland's digital divide?
With high charges and low speed especially in rural areas, expectations are not being met.
Northland entertainers Suzy Cato and Troy Kingi with NZSO school holiday programme
Northland entertainers Suzy Cato and Troy Kingi with NZSO school holiday programme
Former mayor brands port move report 'a joke'
New $2m report rejects NorthPort option, picks Manukau Harbour instead.
Kaitaia bars band together to stamp out bad behaviour
Licensees agree to share information about troublemakers after post-Covid spike in fights.
Far North homeowner devastated after losing everything in house fire
The Waipapa man whose house was destroyed by fire is grateful for community support.
Mummified dog discovered in Hokianga link to tensions over dog tax laws
A mummified dog found in Rawene is a reminder of a time of tensions over dog tax laws.
Go Local! Covid-19 economic fallout starts to bite Northland businesses
The economic effects of Covid-19 continue to play havoc with Northland businesses.
Northland health advocates welcome damning review
The number of DHBs in New Zealand could be reduced to just eight from the current 20.
Go Local! Travel business given helping hand by website designer
Shannell Christmas found opening a travel business a month before lockdown challenging.
Northland breast cancer screening clinics busy clearing backlog
And Pink Ribbon Breakfasts are back - now in July.
North truck driver's 30-year, no-crash record ends
'I knew it wasn't good when I looked back in the mirrors and saw the wheels in the air.'
Teens tried in vain to save 18yo stabbed at party - fifth homicide in NZ in a week
Neighbours felt 'something not right' before hearing of death.
Go Local! Waipū businesses rapt with new pharmacy rebuild and mural
The rebuild of Waipū has finally been finished nearly two years after a devastating fire.
Go Local! Waipū brewery makes top 30 with two of its beers
A Northland brewery has made the top 30 in this year's New World Beer and Cider Awards.
Queen's Birthday Honours: Seven of our finest recognised
Seven Northlanders have been recognised for their service to the community.
Go Local! Northland leaders welcome back flights to region
Northland leaders are welcoming the return of Air NZ flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei.
Northland awakes from lockdown hibernation as NZ moves into level 2
Family reunions, haircuts and a caffeine fix – it was a big day for Northland in level 2.
Oh, the places we go: Northlanders welcome level 2
Northlanders out and about as country goes into level 2.
One active Covid-19 case left in Northland
The latest update on Northland's fight against Covid-19.
Level 2 a lifeline for Northland businesses
Hairdressers and bars are making sure to tick every box ahead of a move to level 2.
Northland 20 days without a case
The latest information regarding Northland and New Zealand's fight against Covid-19.
DHB expects increase in Covid-19 testing in winter
We may see a rise in the number of people 'under investigation' for Covid-19 in hospitals.
NZ goes two days without new Covid-19 case
The number of Northlanders under investigation for Covid-19 in hospital has decreased.
Seventeen Northlanders under investigation for Covid-19
The 17 Northlanders had either not been tested or they were waiting on a test result.
No new Covid-19 cases for NZ, four active in Northland
The latest update on Covid-19 in Northland.
No new Northland Covid-19 cases as NZ's death toll rises
The latest update on the fight against Covid-19 for Northland and New Zealand.
Four active Covid-19 cases left in Northland
From Monday, anyone who wants a Covid-19 test will get one according to the Northland DHB.
Two weeks without new Northland case
The latest update on Northland's fight against Covid-19.