Trial date set for six facing kidnapping and shooting charges
Five men and a woman appeared at the High Court in Whangārei on Thursday.
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Hope the situation in Samoa doesn't turn violent
Northland-based Samoans worried political impasse creating factions back home.
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.
Teacher's lucky escape as tree falls on house
Kaitaia teacher has lucky escape as she leaves bed shortly before tree falls on bedroom.
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.
First loss for table toppers in South Zone rugby competition
Breakdown was the key to Otamatea's win over Mid Western in heavy underfoot conditions.
'They'll die and they'll die young': Cancer sufferer blasts Pharmac funding
"I am beyond not happy, devastated, and angry by what Pharmac has received."
Former Regional Development Minister's take on the Budget
Shane Jones calls for speedier process so money can be doled out quicker for projects.
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.
Woman pleads guilty to robbing 92-year-old
Lead offender already in jail after admitting robbery, wounding, using stolen bank cards.
Housing forum, NorthChamber welcome benefit increase
Calls by community leaders for more clarity around Budget allocation for Northland.
Police probe second Northland shooting in a week
A 35yo has been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and presenting a firearm.
Man charged with murdering a man at Moerewa to stand trial
Teen accused of Northland murder to stand trial
Youth advocate's dream comes true
This generation of youth is mighty in my eyes, writes Anahera Pickering.
Providing more food options in Ōtangarei
A new café and takeaway shop has opened in Otangarei, focussed on healthy kai options.
Police investigating after woman turns up at hospital with gunshot wound
Locals reported seeing armed police, Eagle helicopter near historic mission house.
'This has to stop': Northland town on edge over fears of serial arsonist
Local fire chief says suspicious fires are "disturbing" as another property is targeted.
Cold school lunches served at Kaitaia school due to teething issues
Late, cold school lunches in Kaitaia were a 'hiccup', principal says
Message in a bottle connects Northlanders to Greek sea captain
Northlander Ken Ferguson tracks down Greek captain who's message in a bottle he found
'Land theft by stealth' accusations against Northland council
Northlanders are concerned about alienation of their property rights through a new policy.
$1600 for removing artefacts from Northland's historic Ruapekapeka Pa
Northland man's $1600 fine for removing artefacts from Ruapekapeka Pa
International Rally of Whangārei roars through the district this weekend
Former WRC driver Hayden Paddon hot favourite for International Rally of Whangārei.
Whangārei drive-by shooting: Police want witnesses to come forward
Police believe the vehicle arson in Kamo was linked to the drive-by shooting.
Man finds message in bottle on Ninety Mile Beach from Greek captain
The bottle is complete with a master mariner's business card. But there's a problem.
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.
Whangārei's Hundertwasser centre's gold cupola almost finished
Intricate work putting $50k of gold leaf on to Hundertwasser cupola.
Hiss-tory repeats as second deadly sea snake found in Northland
Second highly venomous yellow-bellied sea snake found in Northland.
Jail term for fleeing driver who shot at police upheld
The High Court has dismissed an attempt by a fleeing driver to reduce his prison sentence.
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.
Man in Northland court on firearms, violence charges
The 27yo was granted name suppression until he appears in an Auckland court on May 26.
Show us your crack Northland: Motorists reveal worst spots for windscreen damage
Northlanders are fed up with forking out for windscreen repairs as roadworks wreak havoc.