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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.
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.
'100% would’ve drowned': Life jackets crucial in Hokianga bar rescue
When a boat was swamped by 3m waves on Hokianga bar, volunteers were watching from shore.
'Milestone': Iwi celebrate ownership deal for Kaitāia Airport
Kaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.
Torrential rain, large hail: MetService issues urgent warning while thunderstorms rattle Auckland
There is a risk of flooding as the upper North Island is soaked by the storms.
'What does the word yes mean?' Young woman questioned during indecent assault trial
The then 16-year-old claims she consented out of fear. Sonny Tau was 63 at the time.
Family of eight ‘overwhelmed’ with donations after fire destroys home
The family walked away from the Oakleigh blaze with only the clothes on their backs.
Te Tai Tokerau iwi marks 'significant milestone' in council relations
'We are adamant we must cut a path forward.'
Motu's shot at world title unification set
Mea Motu will finally get a shot to add to her world title collection.
‘Total loss’: Whangārei home destroyed by fire overnight
The fire destroyed the home on SH1 next to Oakleigh petrol station.
Women’s Refuge gearing up for 'busiest time of the year'
Experts warn a lack of services and high deprivation fuel domestic violence in Northland.
Keen to help: Northland students volunteer after fire and emergency course
Kawakawa Volunteer Fire Brigade's numbers have boosted thanks to a high school course.
Festive fun run sees 250 Santas and elves flood Whangārei
Prizes were awarded for best-dressed Santas, pets, plus a surprise for one Grinch.
'Muggy, warm and humid': Heavy rain for upper North Island tomorrow
MetService says rain is on its way, with possible good news for South Island firefighters.