New court system promises fairer, more inclusive justice
Kaitaia is just the third courthouse in New Zealand to adopt the Te Ao Mārama initiative.
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Dairy staff detectives find getaway car, weapons after suspects' social media boast
Tutukaka store robber posts selfie with stolen cigarettes on social media.
Teen's mum praises 'hero' mates after freak skate accident
Injured skater's friends stopped the bleeding, called 111, kept calm and stuck with him.
Watch: Gone in 60 seconds - thieves loot store's cigarette shelves
Terrified worker hides in back room as four males strip tobacco products.
More people seeking help to rehome pets due to soaring living costs
More pets are being surrendered as Northlanders struggle with the cost of living.
In a shocking state: Motorists seek compo for damage incurred on state highways
Irate motorists want compensation after suffering vehicle damage on Northland roads.
'So, my personal life has been largely on hold' Principals' celebrated for their work since Covid-19
'Tu Meke Tumuaki' week is celebrating the work of Northland principals.
Northland mum teaches how to save money and still make good, healthy kai
Haurora Wānanga is part of the winter wellness campaign encouraging a healthy lifestyle.
'Twindemic' of Covid, flu hammering Northland schools
At Kerikeri High, Northland's biggest school, up to 30 teachers are off sick each day.
Whangārei man discovers winning Lotto ticket in his wallet a week later
A week passed before the man realised he should check the Lotto ticket in his wallet.
'They will have one glance at us and will change direction or cross the road': Whangarei queer teens face homophobia
The Library Gays in Whangarei was formed to create a safe space for queer teens.
'Triumphant and symbolic moment for Northland's international education sector'
Northland prepares to welcome international students for the first time since March 2020.
Exclusive: Police at 'breaking point' threaten to walk off the job
The Police Association says officers are choosing between their jobs and their safety.
Far North meth lab at centre of nationwide police operation
Seven people were arrested across the country following Operation Campbell.
'I could feel my teeth cracking': Man assaulted after confronting teen troublemakers
A man was left badly bruised after an encounter with a group of youths on a bus.
$17m Lotto winner alleges woman spent $2.8m on properties for herself
Mark Lipsham gave Kim Helmbright nearly $3m within two months of meeting her
Kāinga Ora spends nearly $10m on 13 standalone houses
Kāinga Ora has plans to buy more standalone houses in Northland.
Northland rangatahi claims a double with speech and table tennis wins
Whangārei teen wins big at Race Unity speech contest and secondary schools sports titles.
'It is up to us, as members of Aotearoa, to work towards racial unity' : says Northland teen on winning Race Unity Speech Awards winner
Northland student is named the joint national winner of the Race Unity Speech Awards.
Police searching for man who allegedly shot at police, due for trial
Trial was due to begin this month for Cliff Wharerau and 5 others accused of kidnapping.
Man denies murdering Hokianga mum Gaelene Bright
The man accused of murdering Northland woman Gaelene Bright can now be named.
'We are basically in a crisis': Northland's ECE centre director on the Teaching Council fee and levy changes
Northland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.
Gang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warns
There are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.
Kerikeri student crowned joint winner of Race Unity Speech Award
Joe Howell's speech about working together to end racism earned him a top podium finish
Big rise in e-scooter ACC claims in Whangārei since Beam trial started
53 new ACC claims in six months of Whangārei e-scooter trial - a four-fold rise.
Renowned Māori astrologer Rereata Makiha reveals best spots to see Matariki
Northlanders gearing up to see the Matariki star cluster may have to adjust their sights.
Deadly night on Northland roads: Two dead, 8 injured in three crashes
Two-car crash blocks state highway in Kaitaia and diversions are in place.
'Pull your head in': Judge to woman who breached home detention
Woman who twice breached home detention pleads with judge to let her stay on the sentence
Graduating teachers carry region's hopes
Tai Tokerau's education graduates share their learning experiences
The council introducing mandatory snip 'n' chip rule for pet cats
The change has received praise from the country's oldest and largest animal welfare group.
Northland's 'tooth fairy' continues long wait for court hearing
Five days of court time needed for Northland's "tooth fairy" case involving 20 witnesses
One person dead and another moderately hurt in Taipa crash
Details are scarce but the Advocate understands two utes were involved in a crash in Taipa
Man facing fine for carving up native kauri and tawa
Northlander found guilty of illegally milling native kauri and tawa.
Education leader lauds Government strategy targeting 'disappearing students'
The strategy aims to return vanishing students to classrooms around the country.