North cycling fans in for treat with Big Bike Film Night 2024
Big Bike Film Night in Northland with best short films from around the globe.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromDargaville
I've got my smile back: Five Northlanders share their journey from benefit to business ownership
'I look at my...kids, and I know I’m going to create a platform for them in the future.'
Appeal for sightings of vehicle linked to Ruakākā homicide
Police are on the lookout for a vehicle of interest in connection to the Ruakākā homicide.
'My mum just has this beautiful approach to life' Family ask for support after mum injured in crash
'It was a scary and traumatic experience for all of us,' Molloy family say.
Northland gets a disabled entertainment extravaganza
A spark of entertainment for the Far North's disabled community.
Northland's most lucrative speed cameras revealed
Research suggests the presence of cameras may help reduce the severity of crashes.
Sunflowers, a maize maze and lawnmower racing on display at Northland Field Days
The country's second-largest field days drew crowds in the thousands.
People responsible for active shooter rumour at Whangārei Girls' High School identified by police
Police found no risk after investigating the potential incident this morning.
Crown alleges slain man's partner helped his killer
Prosecutors say Ben 'Dekoy' Mcintosh was lured to a robbery that turned fatal.
'I was ruined for anything else': NZ photographer reveals her inspiration for career
Humanitarian photographer Helen Manson brings her exhibition to Northland.
Pedestrian fatally hit by car remembered as adventurous family man
Emmanuel Nicholson, 35, died on February 6 after he was hit by a car in Matauri Bay.
Far North businesses have plan to attract people during Brynderwyns closure
Hope publicity campaign will bring people to the Far North during SH1 closure.
Station Rd reopened following closure after gas leak in Whangārei
The road has been closed to traffic from Kamo Rd to the intersection with Farmer St.
News briefs from Northland - Penguins moulting, serious crash injury and surfer hospitalised
News snippets from Northland.
37-year-old farm worker dies after car crash into ditch
The man worked at a local avocado farm and was returning home when the crash occurred.
Tyre store completely destroyed in fire, health warnings issued
Fire and emergency has asked locals nearby to stay indoors.
54yo truckie dies after crashing into trees on State Highway 15
The logging truck went over the centre line, across the road and into the trees.
Youth unafraid of consequences: Calls for harsher penalties for fleeing drivers
Youths, aged between 12-17, are said to make up a significant portion of fleeing drivers.
The place where wetlands are increasing, not decreasing
The project has created 10ha of wetland and preserved a remnant native forest.
DoC shocked as children kick and abuse protected chicks on beach
Variable oystercatchers have been protected since 1922.
Threatening behaviour force Kaipara school to initiate 'precautionary' lockdown
The principal says the school gates were closed as a precautionary measure.
Still-burning wetland fire forces residents to evacuate their homes
One mum says she and her children could barely breathe as they fled their home.
New fishing rules expected to tackle kina infestation in Northland
Northland would be the first region to see the changes.
A New Dawn: Whangārei's first cruise ship lands at Marsden Point, passengers get grand welcome
The welcome was a great experience which exceeded their expectation.
Health warning issued as fire burns in Kaipara
Residents woke to ash and soot on their cars.
'We all thought we would die' Family grateful to swimmer who saved teen
The rescuer was only at the beach that day because his son asked him to go there.
Protesters block access as talks fall through over Far North fishing comp
The contest protesters have received strict scrutiny from tangata whenua hapū Matakairiri.
Rescue Helicopter Service thanks Northlanders for generous donation
Northland Rescue Helicopter is said to have responded to over 28,000 callouts since 1988.
Mother and son killed after car hits tree, bursts into flames
Despite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.
SH1 Brynderwyns closure gives time to prepare - Whangārei Mayor
OPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.
Safety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after death
Pole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.
'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller
'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the 'terrible tragedy''
Victory House: A rehab facility that reforms convicts through faith
'My time spent in the house taught me to be a better human being.'
Man dies after his car crashes into tree
The 58-year-old was flown to hospital with critical injuries.