New ZealandCommunity fed up with drinkers at park near children's playground'They think it’s their garden bar': Dozens of bottle caps and broken bottles can be seen.29 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandInternational opponents welcomed as historic fight night closes in'I want to be a role model for the next generation of Indian female fighters.'29 Nov 05:53 AM
New ZealandStruggle to feed extra mouths: Northlanders grateful for SPCA's free mobile desexing clinicThe SPCA's mobile desexing clinic saw hundreds of animals desexed in Northland.29 Nov 01:07 AM
Crime'Snitches get stiches': Witness reliability attacked in closing arguments for Rebels duoAfter a four-week trial, the jury will deliberate on the fate of the Rebels pair.28 Nov 11:19 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'We've all got families, we want to live' - Dramatic sea rescueLife is a Cabaret for 'Infamous Richard' after adventurer’s latest brush with fate.28 Nov 10:46 PM
KahuRampant population of kina at Karikari Peninsula killing off sea kelp and forcing snapper outTe Whānau Moana and Te Rorohuri lift rahui to cull rampant sea urchin.28 Nov 06:30 PM
KahuIt's musical chairs at Northland Regional CouncilThere has been a surprising switch of roles at Northland's environmental council.28 Nov 05:10 PM
New ZealandTeens cross the world to take on the bard at Shakespeare's GlobeThe chance to perform on the world-famous stage has turned a dream into reality.28 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandTears and tension as councillors voted out at explosive meetingA group of five councillors dominated the voting as major changes took place.28 Nov 05:53 AM
New ZealandOnerahi bush fire deliberately lit, says investigatorThe 100m x 50m vegetation fire was reported before midnight last night.28 Nov 04:16 AM
New ZealandHMNZS Taupō returns to Whangārei after patrolling for illegal fishingThe navy ship is returning to her home port and will host an open day on Saturday.28 Nov 03:10 AM
CrimeTax evasion: Shareholder of three companies failed to pay $150kDespite having money in the business accounts, the man chose not to pay employee taxes.28 Nov 02:08 AM
KahuWhangārei’s Ngāti Hine Health Trust wins design awardThe refurbished offices of Ngāti Hine Trust wins a Bronze Pin.27 Nov 11:28 PM
New ZealandThousands turn out to celebrate all things Pasifika at the weekendThe Far North Pasifika Festival celebrates its second year.27 Nov 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBrynderwyns four-lane highway plan: Govt commitment welcomedNorthland leaders praise coalition’s commitment to four-lane alternative route.27 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandShops evacuated after gas leak alertEmergency Services are responding to a gas leak at Otaika shops.27 Nov 03:50 AM
New ZealandFormer minister under fire for delay in Russell/Kororāreka name restoration decision“What is says is that Māori are not important enough to make a decision about this."27 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Pressure is going to be great': Far North aged care facilities find solution to growing skills shortageFar North aged care facilities find solution to recruit staff in a region of high demand.27 Nov 01:38 AM
New Zealand65yo motorcyclist killed in crash on State Highway 1 over the weekendPolice investigations say the cause of the crash was not like most involving motorbikes.27 Nov 01:33 AM
New ZealandPerson injured in Kaikohe house fire started by dryerA man received minor injuries while escaping the fire at his home.27 Nov 12:16 AM
New ZealandOne dead following crash in Kamo, WhangareiThe Serious Crash Unit is investigating.26 Nov 01:17 AM
New ZealandSerious Crash Unit investigating fatal accident near Te KamōThe serious accident occurred on Saturday afternoon and closed State Highway 1.26 Nov 12:28 AM
New ZealandA weekend of sun, fun and flames lights up WhangāreiSunny weather created the perfect backdrop for some colourful events this weekend.25 Nov 11:54 PM
New ZealandElectricity from huge Kaitāia solar farm now powering the countryIt is New Zealand's largest solar farm.25 Nov 10:59 PM
New ZealandState Highway 1 closed after crash in Northland: Two-vehicle collision blocks roadWaka Kotahi has told motorists to expect delays and follow emergnecy services' directions.25 Nov 04:38 AM
New Zealand'I feel so devastated': Mum loses everything in fire caused by home dryerThe mum passed emergency services but had no idea they were headed to her home.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirefighters open up about their 25 years of service and receiving top honoursThey were grateful for being recognised for the top honour.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Precious' kauri gum allegedly stolen from Waitangi returned, police sayMuseum staff have been left appalled at what they say was a 'shameless' daytime theft.24 Nov 05:22 AM
CommoditiesLodestone, Eastland, fire up solar projectsThe switch has been flicked on two North Island new solar power facilities.24 Nov 03:45 AM
New ZealandInnocent shoppers attacked as fight spills out of Far North supermarketPolice have labelled the assault an 'appalling act' that has no place in the community.24 Nov 01:52 AM
New ZealandFood safety experts share tips for eating safely outdoors this summerFood poisoning cases spike in summer - here are the top food hygiene safety tips.24 Nov 01:00 AM
KahuSailing heritage celebrated in NorthlandTwenty-four students have been given a chance to sail a tall ship24 Nov 12:05 AM
New ZealandSignficant final report on Ngāpuhi treaty claims to be handed over at WaitangiThe report details findings of the Tribunal’s inquiry into Treaty breaches and more.23 Nov 10:28 PM
New ZealandPacking a punch in motor vehicle history: A tour through time at Packard Motor MuseumThe museum founder, Graeme Craw, spent 60 years collecting the exhibition items.23 Nov 05:00 PM