Return of Northland Field Days sees town and country unite
After a two-year break due to Covid, the event is again showcasing farming innovations.
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More than 100 local roads still damaged: How do councils choose which to fix first?
While repairs to our roads are now under way, which ones will happen first?
Northlanders urged to prepare for more power cuts
Big slip threatens two high-voltage lines carrying power to Northland.
Luxon promises Northland councils will control Three Waters infrastructure
Luxon's comments came after National launched its Three Waters policy on Saturday.
Opinion: How brain development influences driving
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'Logistical nightmare': 60 schools damaged by Cyclone Gabrielle
Damage includes flooded classrooms, roofs ripped off and major cracks in the pavement.
Field Days is back: Northland's largest agriculture event returns after three-year Covid layoff
Roarsome: Quirky competitions and excellent exhibitions
Man airlifted to hospital after alleged shooting in remote community
A man was found with gunshot wounds on a rural road on the outskirts of Whangārei.
Why heavy vehicles are allowed on vital SH1 route
Trucks under 50 tonnes can travel on the Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd.
Wet tar seal turns quick trip for a pie into $5000 bill no one is fronting for
Dan Tothill, reliant on his car due to a knee injury, has had to go without since January.
Generators on way to Far North as Red Cross heeds Mayor’s appeal for help
TV host asked Moko Tepania about the one thing that would most help hard-hit communities.
Marae keeps remote Northland community safe during Cyclone Gabrielle response
Far North marae keeps community connected, fed and entertained during Cyclone Gabrielle.
SH1 through Brynderwyns to partially re-open
The road will be open to northbound traffic only.
Iwi leader hits back at PM's promise: The North has been 'forgotten for decades'
Northland's state post-cyclone highlights decades of under-investment, says iwi leader.
Police ramp up appeal for information about vicious early morning assault
A group of men were reportedly involved in the early morning assault in urban Whangārei.
Closed detour through Waipū and Mangawhai should reopen on Friday
Blocked Waipū and Mangawhai detour round SH1 Brynderwyns closure cleared on Friday
Dog stolen along with van returned but man's livelihood remains in tatters
Rodney Murray was getting water for CatDog when his van - and the dog - were stolen.
Severe thunderstorm warning for Whangārei, Kaipara
Severe thunderstorms are not what sodden Northland needs.
Famous ventriloquist David Strassman's kind gesture in wake of cyclone
The comedian is giving away tickets to his Whangārei show.
Photos: Northlanders turnout in droves for popular fun run in the sun
Many Northlanders donned their running shoes to take part in the much-loved event.
Storm damage: Your guide to navigating road closures
A number of roads in Mangawhai are down to single lane.
NZ Herald and Northern Advocate papers unable to be delivered
Flooding and slips made delivery conditions too difficult.
'Northland is absolutely not forgotten': PM Hipkins on cyclone rebuild
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins met with Northland mayors and leaders over roading.
Happy birthday Hundertwasser: Iconic art centre celebrates its first year
More than 80,000 visitors have stepped through the doors of the famous art centre.
Elon Musk cold-shoulders National MP Shane Reti's appeal for help
The Whangārei-based list MP told Musk we need bulk shipment of several hundred terminals.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Northland
Thunderstorms are expected in southern Northland this afternoon.
Councillor vows to fight Kaipara mayor's ban on karakia
Kaipara mayor attempts to stop a member of public saying a karakia.
Single-parent families to mostly occupy new low-cost houses
Affordable living and long-term tenures bring security for families in need.
'Sit down. You are out of order': Karakia at council meeting after controversial ban
A member of the public stood and opened the meeting with a karakia.
'A good soul lost at sea': Whānau fundraise to help search for missing kayaker
Johnny Latimer has been missing since he headed out for a kayak on Thursday night.
'Really caring' nurses provide medical clinic for Pouto residents
The iwi provider visits rural areas in the Kaipara on a monthly basis.
Isolated communities look after each other in aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle
They're still without power, but residents in Pouto know how to weather a storm.
Lack of investment blamed for Northland’s roading woes
Northland's roads remain in a fragile state, with the Brynderwyns still closed.
'It's what we're there for': Lifeguards save life of teen pulled unconscious from surf
Lifeguards swooped into action after recognising the unconscious swimmer wasn't breathing.