Will Northland re-election NZ First's Winston Peters - or will National regain the seat?

Heartbreak turns to joy as travellers' belongings found dumped in bush

German backpackers lose almost everything in Bay of Islands theft.

Kiwi fishing show host's monster swordfish catch has been confirmed as a world record haul

Labour's new deputy Kelvin Davis provides an important contrast to leader Jacinda Ardern.

A relaxing weekend is not for everyone, writes Tina Moore.

Elisabeth Easther checks into Northland motel that's heavy on Kiwiana charm.

Lifelike robot Sophia is billed as the future of healthcare, therapy and education.

News briefs: Fire damages Parapara home, pool closes and new Land Wars fund.

A young Kiwi fashion fan has travelled the world thanks to Instagram.

Eight Northland liquor outlets have been caught selling booze to minors.

Dog owner loses bid to get pooch back, but wins battle to keep animal alive.

Pampering in Paihia is the icing on a Bay of Islands trip, writes Miriyana Alexander.

Elisabeth Easther talks to one of the owners of Russell's Duke of Marlborough Hotel.

House-shaking noise still unexplained but evidence points to meteor as the culprit.

An ocean tanker, rescue helicopter and a tug boat were part of $15,000 rescue.

Kamo coach says camaraderie played big part in vital 25-12 win over spirited Sharks.

OBM continued to show their dominance in the Bayleys Premier rugby competition.

It was only a matter of time before a devastating fungal disease arrived in New Zealand

Five state school principals have taken top jobs in private schools in the past two years.

Willow-Jean Prime is likely to be in the Beehive after a high placing on Labour's list.

OBM grab another bonus point as Mid Northern and Western Sharks keep pace.

The British & Irish Lions are set to be welcomed on to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

Revival of gruelling event is keeping the spirit of one of the sport's NZ founders alive.

Primary school principal (pictured) backs teacher who shared porn images as a 'joke'.

A house has been condemned after a section of road slumped in Cyclone Cook's rain.

A school principal shared hard-core pornographic images with his staff by email.

An Auckland man killed his brother's dog during a row while on a Northland family visit.

Facebook has announced a new tool to help small businesses with their marketing strategy.

A plan for steam train rides from Kawakawa faces a wait until at least next month.