Young driver, 150km/h speeds, and a faulty car a fatal combo that killed Northland teen
Kiwis are driving too fast on roads not designed for high speeds, a coroner says.
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On the trail of gods and adventurers across Aotearoa.
'I love you son': Families' grief as man charged with murder
The man killed in Saturday's homicide has been named as Haze Peihopa, 23, from Auckland.
Hikoi to Kaikohe: Huge protest over 'modern-day land grab'
An estimated 2000 people joined the hīkoi to the council offices in Kaikohe on Friday.
Cycle trail terror: Riders on Twin Coast route chased by dog pack
Local businesses' good work to promote Northland is undone by a few, the cycle group say.
SNA opposition grows in Northland with protest hīkoi planned
Northlanders opposed to SNA policy to march in protest.
'I'm very proud of her': Christabel's dad on NZ Popstars win
New Zealand has a new Popstar and her family hail from Northland.
Fans urged to be a part of Northland rugby's centennial celebration
Three cracking games in store at Semenoff Stadium.
Two arrests in Kohukohu drug raid, meth and vehicles seized
Second incident in a month to rock the usually quiet North Hokianga town.
Northland police arrest nearly 50 people as gangs stripped of guns and cash
Police say the message sent to gangs with guns will be more powerful than the results.
Northland town spearheads Covid-19 vaccine for all
Russell St John, Ngāti Hine Health Trust team up in vaccine roll-out.
Multi-award-winning cemetery earns high NZ accolade
The award was recognition of Maunu Cemetery's successful natural burial site.
Police investigate reported shooting at backpackers hostel
Reported shooting prompted police to briefly shut down tourist town's main street.
Snorkelling programme takes out top environmental award
Northland's environmental champions have been recognised in the regional council awards.
'Kids are getting punished for the disability they have'
Hui hears accounts of how mainstream education has let down young disabled Kiwis.
One person killed, three others injured in truck and car crash near Kaiwaka - SH1 closed
Motorists can prepare for delays and diversions following a serious crash in Kaiwaka.
Northland police name pair found dead after Awarua shooting
The men's families have requested privacy while they grieve their loved ones.
Threats spark AOS callout, manhunt in Horeke area
The search sparked up again on Tuesday afternoon after a sighting in Utakura Valley.
Northland dairy farm scene of double tragedy in Awarua shooting
A police investigation to the shooting was well under way with more details expected soon.
Threats made before family home destroyed by fire
The Advocate understands a woman and two children left the house after threats were made.
Police arrest women over robbery of elderly resident
Today's arrests came off the back of hard work by the police and help from the public.
'Land theft by stealth' accusations against Northland council
Northlanders are concerned about alienation of their property rights through a new policy.
Whangārei drive-by shooting: Police want witnesses to come forward
Police believe the vehicle arson in Kamo was linked to the drive-by shooting.
Manawatū coast surprise: Third venomous sea snake turns up
The latest sea snake was found on a beach by an 11-year-old boy looking for shells.
Hiss-tory repeats as second deadly sea snake found in Northland
Second highly venomous yellow-bellied sea snake found in Northland.
Mum of teen shoved off wharf flooded with generosity
The teen's mum, Diane Coleman, says she has received messages from people wanting to help.
Men who filmed themselves throwing puppy into harbour later shove teen off wharf
The two men had been filming themselves repeatedly throwing a puppy into the sea.
Combating youth violence: How Northland schools are using innovation to cope with challenging students
"Somewhere on the way, we have a responsibility as a village to help these students."
Combating youth violence: 'It needs to stop' says mum of Northland girl viciously attacked by teen
The family say whānau and police have been amazing support in the wake of the attack.
130-year-old Northland icon destroyed by fire
Police want to hear from anyone with information about the 4am blaze in Kohukohu.
Landmark Northland Masonic lodge building engulfed by fire
The historic building was engulfed by fire when crews arrived early this morning.
Whangārei exhibition to showcase best of young Ngāpuhi artists
Ngāpuhi youth are set to have their work exhibited at the Hihiaua Cultural Centre.
Police warn motorists to take care after six people die in 22 days on Northland roads
Northland's road toll sits at 13 deaths - only one more than the same time last year.
Emergency services at fatal crash in Ruakākā, motorcyclist dies in Havelock North
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious crash in Ruakākā.