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All the road closures that could impact your summer road trip
With lots going on around New Zealand, it's important to plan your travel route carefully.
Northland weather: What to expect this Christmas
What does the weather have in store for Northlanders this festive season?
Why these Northland events are bringing festive joy to the community
There is no need for people to be alone or hungry on Christmas Day with two free events.
Loveable Lab a formidable force within Northland’s police - and now a calendar girl
Ripper sniffs out hidden items, wins a spot in the 2025 police calendar.
Delivering change: Online shopping reshapes Northland's retail scene
Some shops were quiet up until the week before Christmas but online orders are strong.
'Pothole Nation': Slow-moving road trips await Kiwi holidaymakers this summer
AA's message to drivers: Be prepared for roadie delays – be polite to road workers.
Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route
Far North residents celebrate as Mangamuka Gorge reopens, ending costly detours.
Pair on bicycle seriously injured after motorbike hit-and-run in Northland
Police said the motorcyclist fled the scene immediately after the crash.
Woman mauled by dogs upset after child attacked on same beach two weeks later
'Someone else has been hurt because of owners who can’t control their dogs.'
Rāhui in place after man found dead on Far North beach
Hapū have imposed a rahui near Mitimiti Beach after a man's body was found there
Former iwi leader behind bars for Christmas after jury finds him guilty of indecency
Raniera Tau offered his victim $20,000 to settle the matter outside of court.
Respect and protect: Ngāti Kuri’s plea to summer travellers
Ngāti Kuri highlights need for care as visitor numbers challenge conservation efforts.
'It's all about giving back': Whānau restaurant to host free Christmas lunches
Mangōnui restaurant to offer free Christmas lunches for Northland's needy and lonely.
Man found dead on Northland beach
The victim was found by a member of the public about 2.30pm.
SH1 open to the North: Mangamuka Gorge ready for summer traffic
Mangamuka Gorge has opened again after years of closure after rain caused multiple slips.
Opening of Mangamuka Gorge
State Highway 1 in the Far North is once again open after years of closures from storm damage. Video / David Fisher, NZTA
Court rejects challenge to Kaipara's ditching of Māori ward
The district council's Māori ward will disappear for the local elections next year.
New see-saw transforms play for Whangārei children with disabilities
The see-saw can be used by all and is part of a new playground in Raumanga.
'Don't take the kids there': Child victim of second dog attack at Northland beach
Second dog attack at Northland beach sparks safety concerns among residents.
'Weren't even in the country!': Couple overseas woken by NZ police alleging bad driving
Overseas at the time, they've praised keen NZ police work and the power of social media.
'Chew through your brain': Boy's agonising ordeal after insect crawls into ear
Mother shares advice for others after schoolboy terrified by incident.
How New Zealand's tallest turbines will power 27k homes by 2026
Mercury's $287 million wind farm near Omamari will produce enough power for 27,000 homes.
'Naughty judge': Chaos erupts in court as violent offender jailed
Judge addresses supporters: 'How am I the only one who’s angry about this?'
Southee's departure delivers reminder of what made him so great
Black Caps bowler departs the game as one of his country's greatest
Stand Tū Māia secures four-month funding extension to search for long-term solutions
Stand Tū Māia is fighting for its future, securing operations until April.
'Police will hold to account': Four arrested after alleged aggravated robbery
Police have made four arrests after the aggravated robbery in Whangārei's Te Kamo.
'Completely unacceptable': Police escape injury in alleged car ramming
Thankfully no one was hurt when a man in a stolen vehicle allegedly rammed a police car.