Two Northland dairy farmers have come up with a novel way to express their boyracer tendencies - from the comfort of their own couch.

A senior Northland policeman is disgusted after a "blotto" 10-year-old boy was found so drunk his eyes were rolling back in his head.

Controversial MP Hone Harawira has encouraged protesters to take "whatever action necessary" to make their voices heard - earning another stinging rebuke from party bosses.

A 10-year-old boy has been found dead following a 'non-suspicious' incident involving a firearm.