New ZealandMan accused of murder in court after Ripiro Beach body in burning carAnaru Morunga, 34, faces a total of nine charges, including murdering Jasmaine Reihana.30 Sep 03:02 AM
New ZealandDowned pylon: Transpower boss says context missing from failures announcementTranspower says its position in the fallen pylon incident has not been fairly represented29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocals watch from the beach while NZ/US navies hunt for mines in Tauranga BayFar North bay the scene of a joint mine-clearing exercise.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei, Kaitāia and Kaikohe first stops in Mike King's I Am Climate Hope TourThe tour aims to help youth mental health around climate anxiety.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat's on: Step into springtime these school holidaysSpring is here! So how can you celebrate in Northland? Check out this list.27 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeather-hit North Auckland rail line reopens after 20 months, $130m repairsThe track had more than 200 slips and damaged bridges from storms in early 2023.26 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMangamuka repairs: Major piling work ends and pre-Christmas reopening plannedSH1 over the Mangamukas in the Far North is on track for a pre-Christmas opening.26 Sep 02:28 AM
New ZealandMea Motu's world boxing title unification bout off but Aussie opponent lined up insteadChamp stays active after boxing world title unification bout postponed.25 Sep 11:15 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - fundraiser for late footballer, Daylight Saving kicks in and senior and disabled expoNew snippets from the Far North25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCourses and talk encourage women to improve water confidence and safetyWomen are being empowered to do more than just tag along in powerboating and sailing.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North pensioner delighted after 32 feral cats removed from around her flat32 feral cats removed from Far North pensioner flats25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLights, camera, action! Far North's next generation of film-makers show their workTe Hiku School Film Festival showcases Far North student movies.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - new parking fines, copper theft and man in hospital after taking psychedelicsNews snippets from the Far North23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North barn find motor auction attracts hundreds to PakarakaEverything goes at a Far North barn-find auction of classic cars and machinery.23 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandTwo taken to hospital with moderate injuries after Northland crashesEmergency services were kept busy after five crashes at the weekend.22 Sep 06:44 PM
New ZealandNavy life means touring the worldWhangārei's Cameron Wright loves getting paid to travel in the Navy.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPlenty of experience behind new operators of Far North holiday parks at Ahipara and HihiFar North's Hihi and Ahipara holiday parks have new operators with big plans.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I was never going to give up': 81yo Kiwi completes epic 2500km trek on horse'It was such a wonderful trek', says Heather Hilton-Jones.20 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandKaitāia builder upskills staff with mental health awareness trainingMental Health Awareness Week sees Kaitāia company do GoodYarn programme18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandTe Ahu Library at Kaitāia has packed Māori Language Week programmeMāori Language Week celebrated in the Far Far North.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandTe Papa hosting exhibition with Far North students' work includedArtwork from Far North students part of Ringa Toi exhibit in Wellington18 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Footpath to nowhere' a recipe for disaster, says principalHora Hora principal Pat Newman said including a pathway was 'non-negotiable'.18 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuAction plan to save Northland's iconic kauri Tāne Mahuta and transform Waipoua ForestFar North’s Waipoua Forest and iconic tree Tāne Mahuta need saving, with new action plan.18 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandFar North cats must be microchipped and desexed under proposed new council bylawFar North District Council has first ever bylaw for cats.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - Tsunami sirens, ambulance officers strike and alcohol sold to minorsNews snippets from the Far North16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAhipara surfer Jade Nias Phillips, aged 11, wins age group title at AIMS GamesThe moment was made extra special by having grandmother Peggy on the beach to see it.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand1 in 10 Far North children could be affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorderFar North has big issues from debilitating fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandObituary: Mayor leads tributes to council watchdog Des Mahoney, who saved ratepayers milionsFar North council critic Des Mahoney's lasting legacy saved ratepayers millions16 Sep 12:00 AM
KahuIwi ‘disgusted’ by Kaipara council scrapping Māori ward'I really don't believe that they give a hoot about Te Tiriti o Waitangi,' critic says.14 Sep 04:53 AM
New ZealandRapid growth in Mangawhai to continue as another 600 houses get green lightThe seaside community is one of the fastest growing areas in the North Island.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice release images, appeal for information about last man to see woman alivePolice are appealing for sightings of a man last seen with Joanna Sione-Lauaki.13 Sep 04:02 AM
New ZealandAt 82, Ray Broad still inspiring Whangārei footballers as he hangs up his bootsAt 82, Whangārei football ‘legend’ Ray Broad bows out with a win.13 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandPolice appeal for car sightings in Ripiro Beach homicide casePolice are appealing for sightings of two vehicles in the Te Kopuru area.12 Sep 10:36 PM
New ZealandObituary: Former National Cabinet minister, and NZ’s first America’s Cup campaign director 'Aussie' Malcolm dies in WhangāreiMalcolm is survived by three daughters, a son and six grandchildren.12 Sep 08:52 PM
