Russell hotel’s answer to the labour crisis: Start a ferry service
High house prices, Airbnb and lack of nighttime transport creating severe staff shortage.
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Church appeals for return of stolen cannon
The centuries-old cannon, or carronade, was displayed in a returned services cemetery.
Opinion: How brain development influences driving
On the road with John: The way our brains develop can have an impact on our driving.
Field Days is back: Northland's largest agriculture event returns after three-year Covid layoff
Roarsome: Quirky competitions and excellent exhibitions
Marae keeps remote Northland community safe during Cyclone Gabrielle response
Far North marae keeps community connected, fed and entertained during Cyclone Gabrielle.
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.
Zedyn triumphs again in Kerikeri skate comp
Annual event draws some of the nation’s top vert skateboaders to Kerikeri Domain.
Bay News: Cruz ‘n’ the Bayz and jazz festival coming
A weekly wrap of news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Waipapa family ‘traumatised’ after trees crash on to home
Son Liam hit on head by falling ceiling; branch punches hole in roof.
Teens to rescue as cyclone blows boatie upriver without an oar
Boatie left at the mercy of the wind after rowlock in newly bought dinghy broke.
German piano with fascinating history on display at Whangārei Museum
A German piano on display in the Whangārei Museum has an amazing history.
Boaties warned: Act now before Cyclone Gabrielle hits
Harbourmaster says boaties have only today, tomorrow to ensure their vessels are safe.
Baby steps for days-old Northland kiwi involve sunhat and gumboots
Video of four-day-old Northland kiwi sees bird sniff handler's hat and gumboots.
Whangārei prepared for Auckland-style deluge, Mayor Cocurullo says
A lot of infrastructure work has been done toward building the city's resilience.
Northland news in brief: Tamaterau work to start; and three injured in crash
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
‘I’m in awe of their selflessness and bravery’: Rescuers praised for preventing drownings
Drama began when two boys got into difficulty in rain-swollen Kerikeri River.
Waitangi 2023 in photos
Up to 15,000 people enjoyed 4 days of culture, debate, politics, pomp and whānaungatanga.
After two weeks, SH1 over Brynderwyns to have both lanes open
SH1 over the Brynderwyns open to traffic in both directions from Friday
Bay News: Reflections on Waitangi day; youth theatre classes
A weekly roundup of what's happening in the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay of Islands kiwi deaths investigated after suspected dog attacks
Cause of death not yet clear, but local found to have unregistered, uncontained dogs.
Kerikeri Theatre Co hopes to finally perform Macbeth - a year after Covid cancellation
Last year’s production was derailed by Northland’s first Omicron outbreak.
Photos: Kids get creative in Paihia sandcastle comp
Taniwha, tiki among the winning creations at Saturday’s event.
Northlanders' chance to show they know their rugby - new referees wanted
Northland Rugby Union on the lookout for more referees,
Hūhana Lyndon to stand for Greens in Te Tai Tokerau
Ngātiwai's Hūhana Lyndon to contest Te Ti Tokerau electorate in general election.
Northland news in brief: New tropical cyclone brewing; tall ship begins youth voyages
News snippets from across Northland and surrounds.
Two Northland boxers ranked in IBF top 10
Lani Daniels is ranked the No 1 heavyweight in the world by the IBF.
Six times monthly average as parts of Northland get wettest January on record
Parts of Northland got more rain than ever before last month.
Waitangi Day: Commemorations for most about fun and family
Fun the order of the day at Waitangi for most
News in brief from Northland - Body found in water at Ruakākā and Age concern gets $10k grant
News snippets from Northland
Pākinga Pā site near Kaikohe with links to Ngāpuhi chief Hongi Hika given back to iwi
Waitangi Weekend a fitting time for historic Northland pā to be given back.
Co-governance ‘fear-mongering’ a hot topic for Far North Mayor at Waitangi 2023
Waitangi Day is a golden opportunity for Northland leaders to make their concerns heard.