'Our safety is at stake': Russell up in arms over relocation of town's sole constable
Police say historic Russell residence is deteriorating and too expensive to maintain.
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Horror holiday period the deadliest for drownings in 25 years
It's been the deadliest holiday period in New Zealand waters in nearly 25 years.
Person dies in water at Whananaki, Northland
Police will make inquiries in relation to the death on behalf of the Coroner.
Kaimaumau wetlands: Sacred sites, rare flora and fauna complicate fire fight
Burning for 22 days, the fire has covered an area the size of 2400 football fields.
'Absolutely tragic': The faces of our horror holiday road toll
A tragic toll: The 17 people killed on NZ roads over the holiday period remembered.
Whangārei mum loses car, baby seat, and pram in latest car theft
Nissan Tiida is among model of cars targeted by thieves across Northland.
Watch: Bright lights appear in Northland night sky
Starlink has launched several chains of up to 60 satellites in recent years.
Boy, 4, who drowned at Kai Iwi Lakes named
Shakib Tahir was one of 30 people who have died in water-related incidents this summer.
NZ wakes up to cooler temperatures as cold front sweeps the country
Queenstown did not even hit double digits on Friday morning.
Aggravated robberies: 'It is a vicious cycle, dairy owners suffer all loss'
Here's why Northland dairy owners are hesitant to speak against aggravated robberies.
'Our hearts are shattered': Teen who died in Far North holiday crash remembered
"Cool, kind-hearted" teen with a "confident bubbly personality" was farewelled on Sunday.
NZ's shocking summer continues: Child dies after incident at waterfall beauty spot
As of this evening, there have been 28 water-related deaths across NZ.
Kaimaumau fire: Residents ready to evacuate
Seaside township remains on high alert as fire continues to rage around the countryside.
Former DoC boss behind move to return sandspit land into public ownership
Plan to raise $1.5m to return land at Ngunguru Sandspit to public ownership
Kai Iwi Lakes drowning victim is a 4-year-old
A child has drowned at popular Kai Iwi Lakes - Northland's first drowning victim for 2022.
'You aren't the only one using the road' - Five crashes within a few hours as roads get busy
Police urge drivers to be patient, keep calm, and expect delays on Northland roads.
Bumper-to-bumper: Motorists told to allow extra time in heavy holiday traffic
AA says 100 lives could be saved each year if road improvements were made.
Refinery reacts to Govt's impending sustainable biofuels mandate
Millions of tons of emissions expected to be cut with new biofuels mandate.
Rugby star helping in fight against large Northland fire
Taniwha among crews helping fight major fire in Kaimaumau.
Resident concerned Kaimaumau fire may burn for months
Blaze on the wetland was first reported on December 18.
Fatal car crash mystery: Who killed Cheryl Te Maro?
Victim's sister apologises to driver charged - 'I don't believe she did it'.
Kaimaumau evacuated again as massive fire rages out of control
Residents told to leave immediately; one firefighter being treated by St John.
Māori outpacing non-Māori in North's vaccination race
Number of unvaxxed non-Māori in Northland now 10,211 compared with 8531 Māori.
Campgrounds full, cafes pumping as holidaymakers hit Paihia
But business owners worry how long the good times will last.
Sweltering hot start to 2022, with high temperatures forecast
Temperatures are forecast to hit as high as 30C for the start of 2022.
Dine in style: The best fine-dining restaurants around NZ
These top-notch eateries are worth making a trip for.
New Year's Day weather: What will 2022 bring?
All you need to know for your New Year celebrations.
Margery Pita has given more than 50 years to NZ music industry
Singer and dancer for over 50 years, Margery Pita accepts honour on behalf of the band.
Knighthood for Northlander Farrelly - just don't call him Sir Chris
Knighthood for Northland's Chris Farrelly for services to health and the community.
New Year Honours: Northland principal humbled by NZ Order of Merit honour
Hora Hora School principal Pat Newman receives honour for his services to education.
Lisa Carrington, Sophie Pascoe among new dames and knights
More than 180 New Zealanders recognised in New Year honours.
'Chalk and cheese': The eclectic life work of Māori artist, conservationist, Treaty negotiator honoured
Alex Nathan has dedicated his life to preserving and celebrating the natural world.
It is a privilege to be of service to education, says Louise Ānaru-Tangira
Northland principal achieves high Māori student progress by working with the community.
Holiday traffic: Congestion building as police urge motorists to put safety first
Waka Kotahi suggests alternate route as congestion clogs SH1 heading north.