New ZealandSubmissions close soon on Whangārei District Council's Long Term Plan - Mayor Vince CocurulloMayor urges people to make submissions on Whangārei District Council's long- term plan.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovt expects 'significant interest' in charter schools in NorthlandThe first are expected to be up and running by next year.14 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandFire chief recalls chaotic scene at Kaipara school bus crashFour people were taken Whangārei and Dargaville hospitals.11 Apr 11:39 PM
New ZealandNorthland dodges worst of storm overnight ThursdayThe region has come through the worst of the weather largely unscathed.11 Apr 09:15 PM
New ZealandPrincipals slam Govt's 'simple' approach to school attendanceCoalition's proposals labelled a "nice little soundbite" lacking substance.11 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandBudding artist or marine biologist? Something for everyone these school holidaysFrom April 13 until April 28, Northland is not short on things to do.11 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandPlans to cut rural police allowances will demoralise recruits, cops sayPolice cuts would only hurt the overall recruitment of future rural cops in Northland.11 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandPlenty of Northland interest when Moana Pasifika play Queensland in Whangārei on FridayA Northlander will take the field against the Reds as Super Rugby hits Whangārei.11 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandWeather warning: Severe thunderstorms, rain and wind to hit NorthlandThe bad weather is forecast to hit around 6pm and last until 9am on Friday.11 Apr 12:29 AM
New ZealandKaitāia to host 25 early Ford V8s at Saturday rallyEarly Ford V8 vehicles to rally in Kaitāia10 Apr 09:44 PM
New ZealandHundertwasser Art Centre not alone in its struggles, says The Kauri MuseumA lack of funding and higher costs is impacting all, including Matakohe's Kauri Museum.10 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandApprentice Keiran Davis wins Bay of Islands’ building challengeThe Russell builder will represent the Bay at the finals in Wellington in June.10 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne person in serious condition after Kaipara bus crash, 12 people treatedEmergency services were first alerted about 3.15pm.10 Apr 04:28 AM
New ZealandBig win for Far North if SH1 over Mangamukas reopens before ChristmasDelight at news Mangamukas in Far North to finally reopen before end of 2024.10 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandSmiles all around at Kaitāia College special needs surf dayKaitāia College special needs students all smiles in Ahipara surf09 Apr 09:25 PM
New ZealandDanger of closed surf clubhouse sees club offer to pay $1.9m to fix slip'We cannot wait any longer when lives are at risk', Mangawhai surf club tells the council.09 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandExhibition to feature the works of iconic Māori modernist artists‘Māori art is burgeoning at the moment – it’s in such good health.’09 Apr 12:10 AM
New ZealandFar North's Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe Beach Board appealing for more council supportThe board wants more resources and funding to carry out its role.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPlan to be best links course in NZ after Kaitāia Golf Club shoots up golfing rankingsKaitāia Golf Club shoots up course rankings, but is aiming even higher08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthlander dies after crashing into tree in ŌkaihauEmergency services were called to a crash on Wehirua Rd around 8.30am.08 Apr 03:34 AM
New ZealandSpectators unhurt after race car crashes into safety barriers during Northland eventThe only injury is to a woman who grazed an elbow after falling backwards from the impact.08 Apr 03:24 AM
New ZealandFar North trust plans 28 units to house elderly in KaitāiaHomes for up to 56 elderly are set to be built by Kaitāia's Switzer Trust.08 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandRegional council plans to kill off millions in funding for sportThe fund has put $7m into Northland sports projects since 2018, but not any more.05 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland police seek witnesses after horror two-car crash in WaipuSeven people were injured in the crash and four of them were children.05 Apr 02:14 AM
New ZealandDaylight Saving Time ends soon - but don’t make it a big deal, sleep doctor saysDaylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, April 7, but debate about its use continues.04 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandA warm meal eaten with friends best part of Healthy School Lunches, students sayThe Health School Lunches programme Ka Ora Ka Ako does more than feed the hungry.04 Apr 03:30 AM
New ZealandFire chief says Waipu crash was 'difficult' scene as drivers trapped and children hurt'It’s been a while since we attended a serious incident of this nature.'04 Apr 02:12 AM
New ZealandSurfer shares heartfelt thanks after reunion with rescuersA reunion for surfer who suffered a cardiac arrest in the waves at Mangawhai Heads.03 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandStudents as young as 11 being excluded for vaping compels education programmeRubicon has developed an eight-week programme for students in Year 7-9.03 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North principals - school lunch programme has profound, positive impactPrincipals from Far North kura in the Ngāti Hine rohe say school lunches vital03 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo more Kiwibank in Doubtless Bay with closure of Mangonui serviceMangonui Kiwibank service closes despite eleventh-hour petition.03 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew briefs from the Far North: Clocks go back, tsunami sirens tested, and seed gatheringNews snippets from the Far North.03 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandIwi wants Crown to pay for return of hapū land, site of former Towai school'Our people also want to know whether we can trust the crown in these matters.'03 Apr 05:25 AM
New ZealandElderly in Far North will have to give up homes over massive rates rise - Grey PowerGrey Power says 16.5 per cent Far North rates rise will see the elderly sell up.03 Apr 01:00 AM
