First cruise ships to be welcomed to Whangārei next year
The ships arrive next year in what's set to be a boon for regional economic prosperity.
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Jason Momoa filming leads to recovery of large trove of kōiwi on Far North beach
It turned out a farmer had been finding kōiwi on Elliot Bay for about a year.
NZ’s first wāhine Māori chairwoman resigns Northland Regional Council role
Tui Shortland's resignation effective from Tuesday's meeting; she stays on the council.
Baby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'
Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.
Kaipara councillor opens meeting with karakia despite mayor's ban
The meeting opened with the words: “Kia hora te marino”.
Calls for sightings of whale with line tangled around tail off Northland coast
The whale is believed to be able to breathe as its head and fins are free from the line.
Whangārei iwi threaten occupation if housing development goes ahead
A 93-house development is planned on Ōnoke Hill, a well-known site in Kamo.
'She has to go everywhere with me': Pet chicken frequents job sites and cafes in Whangārei
Northlander Clark Ha has a special bond with a chicken called Yuki.
Northland house prices join trend in nationwide growth
Whangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.
'Hospice had our back': Family praises support service as calls for more funding rise
Northland hospice services are facing tough decisions due to cost-of-living pressures.
Some Kaipara road slips from February storms could take three years to fix
There are 71 slips still impacting Kaipara roads after multiple severe weather events.
Anaru Eketone: Who would have thought I would again be pinning my hopes on Winston Peters?
Winston Peters may be the unintentional saviour of this troika.
Northland Regional Council freshwater plan could face farmer opposition
The council accepted the changes could mean significant costs for landowners.
Two people with critical injuries in hospital after serious crash
Pair with critical injuries hospitalised after serious crash.
Heavy rain expected for several areas in North Island
Northland, Auckland, Gisborne and Waikato are all in the firing line.
Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Brynderwyn bypass upgrade vital
From the mayor's office: Build it and they shall come... but how will they get here?
'The isolated north': Business leaders call for urgent investment in critical road infrastructure
Northland businesses are rallying to get better state highways for the 'isolated north'.
Northland news in brief: Baby death unexplained, housing meeting and tattoo project funding
News snippets from across Northland.
Desperate mum pleads for help to fund baby's fight against cancer
A Givealittle page was set up to help baby Robin fight cancer.
Great day for 2023 Kerikeri Half Marathon, but popular Kerikeri Street Party postponed
A little rain didn't dampen the spirits of Kerikeri Half Marathon runners and walkers.
Rates due on Monday, but Northlanders are struggling
Northland council rates are due on Monday, but many are struggling to pay.
Increased number of dog attacks in Northland 'concerning'
Northland's councils are working hard to deal with dangerous dogs.
Editorial: Let's all stay alive in the water this summer
OPINION: Some of our best swim spots become locations of great tragedy every summer.
Police investigating 'unexplained' death of baby girl
The 10-month-old died of asphyxia, police say.
News briefs from Northland: Critical dog attack injury, Science for Sociopaths and tourism website
News snippets from Northland.
It's not your average animal farm: Meet the couple building a unique paradise
The effort is worth it when the couple see looks of 'absolute delight and huge smiles'.
Whangārei Hospital at capacity: Staff say the rebuild will be no better
A cardiologist who works there says the hospital is not a healing or healthy space.
Person rushed to hospital after dog attack in Mangawhai
Police responded to the incident on Tara Road at around 1.10 pm on Friday
'You’ve come too far not to go further': The young mayor sparking change in the Far North
Moko Tepania said it has been a "hell of a year" but there's plenty more to do.
Woman 'lucky' to survive after car crashes with truck
Police are continuing to investigate the crash south of Kaikohe on Wednesday.
Pouto teens to play international netball tournament
The team is the first from Kaipara to attend the prestigious netball tournament.
Toxin warning for Northland shellfish gatherers
'The consequences are too serious to run the risk.'
'Dreadful day': WWII survivor cheats death again, loses home in devastating fire
An 80-year-old house fire survivor shares his challenging experiences.
Far North landowner agrees not to dig wāhi tapu sand dunes
The occupation started when the landowner planned to use a digger to widen an accessway.