Threats made before family home destroyed by fire
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Northland shooting: Two dead at remote property, police focus on milking shed
Authorities are in the process of notifying the dead pair's next of kin.
First loss for table toppers in South Zone rugby competition
Breakdown was the key to Otamatea's win over Mid Western in heavy underfoot conditions.
Weather warning: Rain, wind set to strike North Island areas
A heavy rain warning is already in place for one area, and strong wind watches for others.
'They'll die and they'll die young': Cancer sufferer blasts Pharmac funding
"I am beyond not happy, devastated, and angry by what Pharmac has received."
Former Regional Development Minister's take on the Budget
Shane Jones calls for speedier process so money can be doled out quicker for projects.
Police arrest women over robbery of elderly resident
Today's arrests came off the back of hard work by the police and help from the public.
Woman pleads guilty to robbing 92-year-old
Lead offender already in jail after admitting robbery, wounding, using stolen bank cards.
Where is the best place to see Wednesday's blood supermoon?
See whether your region is among those best placed to witness the lunar display.
Study warns of inequitable Covid vaccine rollout
Areas of Northland, the East Coast and much of the South Island had travel time barriers.
Housing forum, NorthChamber welcome benefit increase
Calls by community leaders for more clarity around Budget allocation for Northland.
Police probe second Northland shooting in a week
A 35yo has been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and presenting a firearm.
Man charged with murdering a man at Moerewa to stand trial
Teen accused of Northland murder to stand trial
Youth advocate's dream comes true
This generation of youth is mighty in my eyes, writes Anahera Pickering.
Providing more food options in Ōtangarei
A new café and takeaway shop has opened in Otangarei, focussed on healthy kai options.
Police investigating after woman turns up at hospital with gunshot wound
Locals reported seeing armed police, Eagle helicopter near historic mission house.
Cold school lunches served at Kaitaia school due to teething issues
Late, cold school lunches in Kaitaia were a 'hiccup', principal says
'This has to stop': Northland town on edge over fears of serial arsonist
Local fire chief says suspicious fires are "disturbing" as another property is targeted.
Message in a bottle connects Northlanders to Greek sea captain
Northlander Ken Ferguson tracks down Greek captain who's message in a bottle he found
Roads closed and caution urged as NZ battered by snow, gales and rain
Active fronts moving across the country make for a wild, wintry Tuesday.
'Land theft by stealth' accusations against Northland council
Northlanders are concerned about alienation of their property rights through a new policy.
$1600 for removing artefacts from Northland's historic Ruapekapeka Pa
Northland man's $1600 fine for removing artefacts from Ruapekapeka Pa
International Rally of Whangārei roars through the district this weekend
Former WRC driver Hayden Paddon hot favourite for International Rally of Whangārei.
Whangārei drive-by shooting: Police want witnesses to come forward
Police believe the vehicle arson in Kamo was linked to the drive-by shooting.
'Crushing' sentence for meth importation challenged
Jailed woman says she couldn't have imported drugs in Ninety Mile Beach drama.
Man finds message in bottle on Ninety Mile Beach from Greek captain
The bottle is complete with a master mariner's business card. But there's a problem.
More than 100 dogs and puppies handed over following SPCA investigation
Over 100 dogs and puppies at an alleged Northland puppy farm have been given to the SPCA.
Seventh man charged over Sofitel shooting incident
Police said further arrests are possible.
Plans revealed for Auckland's cycling, walking and horse trail
The trail will wind its way through beaches, regional parks and forests.
Cape Rēinga tracks reopen after no trace found of feral dogs
Four tracks, campsite closed for five weeks due to reports of 15 feral dogs on the loose.
Manawatū coast surprise: Third venomous sea snake turns up
The latest sea snake was found on a beach by an 11-year-old boy looking for shells.
Jail term for fleeing driver who shot at police upheld
The High Court has dismissed an attempt by a fleeing driver to reduce his prison sentence.
Hiss-tory repeats as second deadly sea snake found in Northland
Second highly venomous yellow-bellied sea snake found in Northland.