Vaping on the rise in Northland schools, survey finds
The Cancer Society has released a survey that indicates more kids are smoking at school.
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Para athletes creating their own legacy
Foy and Leslie must be at the top of the list for Northland's future sporting legends.
Police say no malicious intent despite allegations made in Facebook post
Police urge people to contact them directly rather then post on social media.
Northlanders off to Japan for Rugby World Cup
Hordes of Northlanders are off to Japan for a "familiar" event.
How rugby saved a life: 'I feel free on the field'
An incredible story of Northland's Bron Hames coming back from the brink through rugby.
Photos: Te Tai Tokerau proves te reo alive and well in the region
Parade in Whangārei about showing "that te reo is here to stay" organisers say.
Northland MP: Northern railway 'a white elephant'
National MP says putting $95m of PGF fund into northern railway is a waste of money.
Northland Rugby, heed my warning
Will you still turn up to Northland's games if they continue a four-game losing streak?
$94M to upgrade rail line from Northland to Auckland
$94M to upgrade rail line from Northland to Auckland
Gran uses newfound first aid skills to save grandson's life with CPR
Northland grandma Macilla Manuel was determined not to lose another mokopuna.
Cannabis bust: 'Look out gin traps everywhere, watch your step'
Journalist Kristin Edge takes ride with police on drug operation, and looks at referendum.
Givealittle to help man replace his stolen chainsaw, get security system
"They've got no respect going round pinching other people's stuff": Cody Turner-Grey.
Family reeling after 50 beehives destroyed in deliberate attack
Attack on whānau business 'despicable' - but family most upset for the bees.
Film crew catch orca on ray and shark hunt off Northland coast
National Geographic luckily got footage of two killer whales off Taiharuru.
Pubs keen to extend opening hours during RWC
Northland bars are backing a move to let them stay open till the end of late-night games.
Police await post mortem report after toddler dies
It is the third death of a child investigated in Northland within the past 12 months.
Steven Adams and Willie Apiata visit Whangārei
As soon as they could, the kids crowded around the NBA star, Steven Adams.
Tourist ploughs into marae, avoids prosecution
British tourist who crashed into Northland marae not charged over damage.
Iwi leader backs MP's plan to break Māori reoffending
Strategy that aims to lower the proportion of Māori in prisons has been launched.
NZ's biggest drug bust - a comedy of errors and 500kg of meth
It was a Sunday morning, and Constable Thomas Nankivell had just started his shift.
Seventh brush with death: 73-year-old reckons latest rescue closest one yet
Seventh brush with death the closest yet, says rescued man Ross Mead.
Two hunting dogs and firearms in stolen ute
A ute with two hunting dogs in their cages plus hunting firearms has been stolen.
More officers needed during Ninety Mile Beach mussel spat harvest
Misunderstanding exists about process of collecting mussel spat from Ninety Mile Beach.
Students learn ki o rahi before regional and national competitions
Northland's ki o rahi superstars will have a chance to shine on the national stage.
Glimpses of class in scratchy Northland win
With enough possession and territory to shake a stick at, Northland had trouble scoring.
Racism cuts Māori out of local elections, says Far North mayoral candidate
Racism claim: Far North council is "white man, white man, white woman, white man".
'Do you want a boyfriend?': Warning after man tries to lure 13yo into car
Strangers tried to abduct students to and from Northland schools
Orca experience 'awesome' on Northland harbour
Orca experience 'awesome' on Northland harbour.
'Happy Meal' healthcare: Plan for 200 drive through medical clinics
"Our ability to deliver health care will be as swift as getting a Happy Meal."
Human remains found in Northland - police investigating
Human remains found in Northland - police investigating
Whangārei mother teaches Japanese to rugby fans
Japanese lessons offered in Whangārei for World Cup-bound rugby fans.
Gun amnesty events continue in Northland
First four gun buyback events in Northland positive, police say.
Council to pay $80K for 86 years of dam on Māori land
FNDC to pay $80,000 for 86 years of a dam on Māori land.
Forest & Bird files Environment Court appeal
Call for more protection of endangered birds under Northland's Regional Plan.