New ZealandRussell or Kororāreka? Historic town on cusp of finding out name fateA final decision on the fate of Russell's name may be mere weeks away.28 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'So dangerous': Motorists dodge oncoming trucks taking shortcuts around SH1 Dome Valley closureThere are reports of cars being forced off the roads.28 Jun 12:47 AM
New ZealandRockfall closes SH1 at Dome Valley againThe road was closed yesterday for around four hours.27 Jun 06:28 PM
KahuFears Northland will become voiceless as first Three Waters entity announcedNorthland and Auckland will form the country's first Three Waters inter-regional entity.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I’m alive, that’s all that matters': Man's car bursts into flames after crashing into bullPrem Lohar was driving home on a dark rainy night when he hit a wandering bull.27 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuTeen kickboxers fight hard to rise to the top of world champsTwo Bay of Islands College students have taken the karate and kickboxing world by storm.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKaitāia College choir 'impressed, delighted and captivated'The Ngā Reo o Kaitāia choir made a big impact at the top choir competition.27 Jun 04:57 AM
New ZealandFive people injured in serious crash: State Highway 1 reopensA crash north of Whangārei has blocked both lanes on State Highway 1 near Whakapara.27 Jun 03:40 AM
New ZealandA bittersweet reunion: Police executing search warrants find statues stolen from Kerikeri businessPolice made an interesting discovery while executing three search warrants in the North.27 Jun 02:23 AM
New ZealandArmed police and ambulance called to Keyte St in WhangāreiHeavy police presence on Keyte St in Kensington.26 Jun 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand’We need a system that treats people with respect’: Calls to wipe welfare debtBeneficiaries owe the Government $2.4 billion nationally.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity-built bike path aims to keep riders safe and boost healthOnce complete, the shared path will stretch from Russell to the ferry landing at Ōkiato.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandEvidence needed before Far North District Council can recoup costs for road sign damageRoad sign damage could cost ratepayers $20K.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFowl murders leave school kids in tears: Community comes to the rescueMotatau School students were twice met with a frightful sight.26 Jun 04:57 AM
KahuNorthland boxer looks to step back into the ringPipiwai world champion Lani Daniels considers big purse fight.25 Jun 06:33 PM
New ZealandKerikeri unmanned plane company signs up freight giant to deliver its cargoNational freight company signs deal with Kerikeri to deliver unmanned planes’ cargo.25 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They're like gold': Appeal for donations of PJs and clothesThe Bald Angels are appealing for warm clothes to help keep kids warm this winter.25 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionShane RetiDr Shane Reti on National's crime reduction policyWe need to crack down on crime, writes Dr Shane Reti.25 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland news briefs: Lotto win, charity ball tickets, firefighters called outNews snippets from Northland.25 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAngry residents start petition against community housing developmentFar North Holdings wants resource consent to build community houses in Hikurangi.25 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We're everything': Primary school principals under immense pressure'There’s no fat in the system' for smaller schools when other staff are away or sick.25 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan's life saved after cardiac arrest during water race, but who gave mystery kiss?It's the 3rd lucky on-water outcome for a dad saved after his heart stopped 3km offshore.24 Jun 04:12 AM
New ZealandReopening of Northland's popular walking tracks some time awaySites around the region are significantly damaged, with opening dates unknown.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDriver who hit Whangārei motorcyclist from behind won't face courtWhangārei man says Road to Zero won't be reached if dangerous drivers not prosecuted23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTaumatamakuku strikes back: How one small Far North community made its roads saferLocals fought for generations for footpaths and lower speeds without success. Until now.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKākā, orca, seals - oh my! What wildlife to look out for this winterA kayaker was treated to an up-close encounter with orca in Ōakura.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTrial of man accused of killing Kaikohe grandmother Linda Woods two years awayNot guilty pleas over death of Linda Woods in her Kaikohe home.22 Jun 10:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMum's warning after man allegedly convinces teen to secretly catch flightThe mother was shocked to learn very little could be done legally.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandŌkaihau mums on a mission to reopen abandoned playcentrePlaycentre closed when the town had few kids. Now there are lots with nowhere to go.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand400 lightning strikes illuminate Northland overnightHeavy rain hammered the Far North more than any other district overnight.21 Jun 09:34 PM
New ZealandMan facing more than 100 sex chargesCharges relate to two complainants, one of whom was underage.21 Jun 09:34 PM
KahuDenis O'Reilly: Jones reckons a gang member is effectively a domestic terroristOPINION: Despite what Shane Jones says, the police are doing okay with gangs.21 Jun 08:28 PM
New ZealandBreakthrough tech set to make waves in failing treatment plantThe Taipā sewage facility will trial a small electrocoagulation (EC) technology unit.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCheers to the best of brews and finest of foodsNorthland food producers team up with local craft breweries at inaugural festival.21 Jun 05:00 PM
