Russell ferry collision: Investigators appeal for witnesses, footage
Police, Maritime NZ and Transport Accident Investigation Commission start inquiries.
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'Blown away by the support': Young mum-to-be diagnosed with breast cancer
At 26 weeks pregnant, Abi discovered she had stage 3 breast cancer.
Two arrests over terrifying service station knifepoint robbery
Incident left workers and witnesses traumatised.
Greens’ candidate hopes close ties to community will support campaign
Reina Penney to contest Northland seat for party.
Three Waters reform won't deliver for Northland - leaders
Affordable Water Reform - revamped Three Waters - gets the thumbs-down from local leaders.
Northland bowls reps at NZ National Interclub event this weekend
Latest news from the Northland bowls scene with Gwen Lawson.
Whangaroa hapū call for Govt to ban mining on conservation land
A Northland kauri reserve is among areas where an Oz billionaire has prospecting permits.
‘Hell of a bang’: Passenger ferry sinks in Bay of Islands after collision with launch
Skipper ‘not in a good way’, flown to hospital with spinal, head injuries.
One critically injured after boats collide in Bay of Islands
At least one of the boats involved in the collision is believed to be a ferry.
Enchanter tragedy in court: Skipper faces charges relating to the deaths of five men
A weather warning was issued two days after the Enchanter left on a five-day trip.
Paihia history and legacy brought to life virtually
Ātea Nuku Timewalk Paihia celebrates 200 years.
‘Epic’ 16-day triathlon brings message of hope for struggling youth
Ex-ABs, high-profile Kiwis raising awareness of Mike King’s Gumboot Friday charity.
'So good of him': Taxi driver returns $500 dropped in cab
Good samaritan taxi driver praised for his honesty
Kiwi legend David Tua gives tips to Northland boxer Mea Motu ahead of title bout
Kaitāia's Mea Motu gets tips from David Tua ahead of international title fight.
Kerikeri land sold to Australian company; pets to appear on postage stamps
News in brief from Northland.
Balance of proceeds from liquidated children's home be donated
Childrten's home liquidated as it was too expensive to run
Whole of Northland benefits from tourism industry
Many Northland businesses benefit from tourism dollars, says Northland Inc.
Drop-in clinics for Māori business hit by Cyclone Gabrielle
Te Tai Tokerau Māori Business Network holding drop-in clinics for those hit by Cyclone
Attempted robbery at knifepoint in Whangārei
The shop has been robbed three times in just three months.
Disoriented by kingfish: Diver descended towards shipwreck and drowned
A diver who drowned while diving above a shipwreck was likely disoriented by fish.
Willow Jean Prime's seat in Cabinet sets an enviable Māori Labour Party record
Promotion is not tokenism or ticking boxes - Willie Jackson.
Thunderstorm and possible tornado risk looms today
New Zealand has been hit by four tornadoes in three consecutive days.
Compact housing likely in another Kāinga Ora purchase
Housing agency still mulling plans for the site but says it’s ideal for compact homes.
Northland news in brief: Whananaki Snorkel day; film screening to celebrate playground
News in brief from across Northland and the surrounds.
Maintenance work on Whangārei to Kauri rail line brought forward
The Northland to Auckland line will not be ready until winter.
'Don't hurt my wife' Gas station manager left helpless as youth commit brazen robbery
It's the same old story for owner Avon Singh, and he's had enough
‘We just want to get on with it’: Reopening of highway brings welcome boost to hospitality businesses
SH1 re-opening over Brynderwyns main factor behind busy Easter, business owners say.
Three arrests after ram raid on fire chief’s Paihia gift shop
Youths nabbed in Whangārei; stolen car and watches recovered.
Golf tournament raises thousands for Alzheimer’s Northland
Alzheimer’s Northland gets $22,000 from NZ Certified Builders' annual golf fundraiser.
$10m of Kaipra works cut to help pay for cyclone, storm damage
Cyclone Gabrielle damage to Kaipara leads to $10m of works being deferred.
'Downhill very soon': 9000+ lightning strikes as thunderstorms hit country
The stormy weather is expected to continue all week but hopefully clear by the weekend.
Three youths arrested after ram raid at Paihia gift shop
Sunday night's raid netted 'an armful' of watches but left a trail of destruction.
Tūtūkākā Marina repair job started after devastating tsunami surge
Tūtūkākā Marina getting $2.5m repair job after tsunami surge damage.
Northland news in brief: New water supply; and Northlanders to receive New Year’s Honours
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.