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

Jim Morgan, 93, and his pet were attacked by a dog last year - now it's happened again

A 4-year-old girl has been attacked by a dog near Kerikeri

The MetService has issued a severe weather watch for Northland with heavy rain expected to lash parts of the region today. Incidentally

Mayors in three of New Zealand's poorest districts - the Far North, Rotorua and Gisborne - want to take over central Government agencies in their areas to eradicate "entrenched poverty".

A Northland council is warning residents to be weary of the water they buy to replenish rainwater tanks as they believe their supplies may be being siphoned and sold untreated.

How many illegal dumps are there around Northland? We know of at least two - this region's second large-scale roadside tip emerged

Incredibly strong young Kiwi Destiny O'Brien opened up about the abuse she endured from her own father.

The unsafe use of vehicles on 90 Mile Beach, particularly at Ahipara, has long been a source of aggravation for many residents, especially

The Government has a fight on its hands in what should be a safe rural seat. Geoff Cumming finds out why.

Top Gear stars Jeremy Clarkson and James May toasted the end of their time in New Zealand over a long lunch at the Viaduct.

As the Herald reported this week, many national cycleway trails are open. But elsewhere progress is painfully slow. Kirsten Warner visits Hokianga to find out why

Homes and businesses built over water may be exempt from paying rates under the new Marine and Coastal Area Act, which could cost local councils thousands in lost rates.

An email row between a Northland councillor and a self-appointed watchdog ended with a colourful message.

A shirtless Far North Mayor Wayne Brown with a body that looks suspiciously like Dan Carter's. The Mona Lisa in a judge's wig and a bikini.