Whangārei motorcyclist killed by truck driver's overtaking was much-loved family member, court hears
Road worker who killed Whangārei motorcyclist gets community detention and community work.
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Train derailed after collision with truck
A train and truck have collided at Port Whangārei.
Person assaulted during residential robbery
The person is currently in a stable condition in hospital.
Resort boss sacked worker, told others she was drug user
When the woman was sacked, the manager told other employees she was a drug user.
Whangarei cybersecurity training firm raises $6m to help 'sacrificial lambs'
Large Hadron Collider veteran and former counter-terrorism trainer raises millions.
Pierced by a speargun: Is it time to introduce a spearfishing licence?
The case of a Kiwi man's speargun injury has highlighted the popular sport's risk.
Man airlifted to hospital after stabbing in Paihia
The Advocate understands the man has been airlifted to Whangārei Hospital.
Man killed while sandboarding ignored order not to go down dunes, court hears
Northland company on trial after Korean tourist dies at Northalnd's Te Paki sand dunes
Company on trial over Te Paki sand dune death
Sand Safaris 2014 Ltd is facing charges laid by WorkSafe.
Whangarei stabbing: Two hospitalised after fight; man appears in court
Two people were taken to hospital after a knife was allegedly pulled during a fight.
Donovan Group fined $225k after worker's finger partially amputated
Victim became unbalanced and his left hand slipped.
Race Relations Commissioner calls for Kaipara to reconsider karakia ban
The mayor is standing by his decision and says he has been 'hugely supported'.
Police seize $10 million worth of cannabis plants, $17 million worth of assets
As a result of the seizure six people have been arrested.
New mayor shuts down karakia at first council hui
Leader vows to run 'secular council' in clash with Māori Ward councillor
Corrections failure led to horrific prison assault on disgraced realtor
Drever is preparing a formal complaint about Corrections handling of his safety.
Our outdated work week: Why the promise of four days is so enticing
Academics say we're working in an outdated system with aged stereotypes.
Northland extras wanted for Jason Momoa's 'epic' new TV series
Casting agent overwhelmed by response to call for extras in 'epic' historical drama.
Two injured after serious crash on State Highway 10 in the Far North
Police responded to the crash near Thompson Place in Cable Bay just before 7pm
One dead after Dargaville crash
The person was found deceased in the vehicle when emergency services arrived.
Pukepoto has a new world champion in boxing - no joke!
Pint-sized power puncher Mea Motu has won a world title in boxing.
TV sergeant joins forces with Northland police to recover stolen property
Actor Neill Rea, from The Brokenwood Mysteries, helped police track down his stolen kayak.
How you can help someone as they fight through an eating disorder
This year wait times in Northland average about 11 days
'We're in limbo': Far North residents slam Govt over slow Mangamuka work
Locals and mayor 'incredibly frustrated' with no end in sight for SH1 opening.
Kura signal need for education development
Four kura keen to develop self-determined education for tamariki.
'17 years of hell': Contractor owed $6m by council seeks to have their building sold
High Court gives Whangārei man permission to apply to sell council buildings over debt.
'Not fit for purpose anymore': Mum battles school over Crocs ban
Mum's battle after school puts foot down on newly fashionable Crocs.
Are we making our boys too tough? Flipping the script on family violence
Research shows links between family violence and the rigid rules of masculinity.
Miracle as young Kiwi defies odds to survive collision with vehicle
Appropriately named 'Fish' was plucked to safety by local fishermen and is doing well
Think your car was stolen? Think again
Police explain why your stolen car isn't deemed stolen according to law.
Family's day-out tragedy: Parents, baby killed in crash; 6yo son orphaned
A Northland family was returning home from a birthday party when tragedy struck.
Research shows Māori and Pasifika dads more hands-on than Pākehā
New research has analysed the time and quality of care Kiwi dads are providing their kids.
‘Torn into a million pieces’: Family grieve sudden loss of 18-month-old to unknown cause
Little Lily Philpott was put to bed as usual with no signs anything was amiss.
Watch: Stunning meteor soars over North Island
More witness accounts are required to track the meteorite.
Three dead after head-on crash north of Whangārei, SH1 closed
A fourth person was taken to hospital with serious injuries.