New Zealand$19.8m kingfish farm for Bream BayThe project could lead to a 3000-tonne operation with revenue estimated at $45m a year.05 Mar 07:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamily of murdered woman say they are living life sentenceAkuhata, sentenced to life, has appeal against his sentence and conviction dismissed.04 Mar 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMillions of dead tuatua wash up as sizzling summer causes havoc to marine life"I've never seen anything like it in all my life, the entire beach is just covered."03 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMotorists asked to avoid SH10 near Mangonui following fatal crashFatal crash blocks SH10 in Northland.02 Mar 09:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBone of contention: Watchdogs group slams council's kennel buying tacticsThe council has been accused of using "underhand tactics" to purchase a new kennel.01 Mar 06:50 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeThe Habitat ReStore that's all about second chancesHabitat for Humanity ReStore in Whangārei is giving offenders a second chance.01 Mar 06:40 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleNorthern winegrowers loving the droughtNorthland winegrowers are savouring exceptional season27 Feb 04:00 AM
CrimeAdam Tipene has no defence and admits stabbing police dogAdam Tipene changes his mind after hearing police evince and pleads guilty.26 Feb 05:00 AM
CrimeThieves pretend to be workers to steal toolsScam involved thieves posing as workers.25 Feb 06:00 PM
CrimeOfficer thought police dog would be bludgeoned to deathPolice officer describes attack on canine companion just weeks after graduating.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamily appeal to stay in New Zealand rejectedThe Jia family are not giving up after the latest refusal from immigration officials.25 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandArmy arrives in Kaitaia as water crisis deepensArmy tanker trucks will take water to marae, community facilities where it is most needed.25 Feb 02:15 AM
CrimeHigh-risk drivers given a chance on Northland police operationPolice operation aims to help recidivist drivers get back on the road legally.24 Feb 11:00 PM
KahuAvocado growers win in the High CourtHigh Court rejects appeal against resource consents granted to mainly avocado growers.24 Feb 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Delightful' family to be deported as minister refuses to interveneMP Matt King 'gutted' by Associate Minister's refusal to intervene.24 Feb 07:53 PM
CrimeTrial of man charged with stabbing police dog startsJury trial for man charged with stabbing police dog begins in Whangārei.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandVictims of fatal Whananaki crash namedMaurice Kareko, 35, Rhiannon Walters, 11, and Alec Walters, 5, died on Sunday morning.24 Feb 12:39 AM
SportMullet in the Park: Jack Goodhue's mop pink and permedThe fate of the rugby star's mullet was decided by the public at the Kerikeri event.23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWoman dies on notorious beach while trying to save her childWoman dies on Northland beach while trying to save her child20 Feb 06:18 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFar North council needs to 'turbo-charge' solutions to water shortages, Shane Jones saysShane Jones has announced $2m for water supplies in the Far North while berating council.19 Feb 05:00 PM
KahuHaere mai: International students get traditional welcome at WaitangiThe welcome was an opportunity to extend manaakitanga to the newly arrived students.18 Feb 10:00 PM
EducationBoarding school scholarship gives kids a 'new lease on life'Boarding school helped one ex-student go from being needy to a strong young man.18 Feb 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFurther water restrictions imposed on Far NorthThe Kaitaia show is going ahead this weekend despite the severe region-wide drought.18 Feb 05:00 PM
KahuPouto: The epitome of manaTrip to Pouto challenged all I thought I knew about mana and strength, writes Adam Pearse.18 Feb 04:00 PM
EnvironmentTop breeding season in Northland for rare fairy ternThis small, dainty coastal tern is the most endangered of New Zealand's endemic birds.17 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFar North District Council reveals plans for supplementary water suppliesFresh concerns have been raised about the Far North's water shortages.17 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDesperate for water: Residents describe life in drought zoneExtreme water shortages and a scorching summer are proving a tough mix for Northland.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan jailed for dangerous driving that killed innocent womanRandall Wilson didn't pay for $108 in fuel and drove off, killing an innocent driver.14 Feb 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMussels cook to death as temperatures soar in NorthlandMussels cook to death - as temperatures soar in Northland13 Feb 04:00 PM
CrimeStan Semenoff Logging keeps transport licenceA decision to revoke the transport licence for a Northland truck company has been dropped.11 Feb 07:00 PM
CrimeDog attack: 33 sheep killed by roaming canineSheep had their "throats ripped out or their faces caved in", others drowned in a creek.11 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandGovernment declares drought in Northland and parts of AucklandAn adverse weather event has been declared in all of Northland and parts of Auckland.11 Feb 03:27 AM
CrimeMan at centre of three-hour standoff sentencedAfter three hours and as police moved into a property, Hiko Komene gave himself up.10 Feb 07:00 PM