Daily bag limits raised to tackle kina issue
Those battling Northland’s kina barren problem are getting new tools.
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Private island site no excuse for not fencing swimming pool in Far North
The owners of Motukawaiti Island had argued young children would never visit the site.
Far North leading the way in resurgence of traditional rongoā Māori healing
Traditional hauora Māori practices explored at Fabulous Fridays.
It's the right thing to do: Government commits to rollout of speed camera warning signs
The Government is installing warning signs at speed cameras including those in Northland.
Marae-based Northland dementia clinic extended
The mate wareware (dementia) treatment trial was a success and has been extended.
‘This is unusual': Parent flip-flops on drowsy daughter’s condition in attempted murder trial
The parent came home to find their partner overdosed on drugs and slumped over in a chair.
Northland Police recover vehicle used in gunshot incident, seek more information
Police appeal for sightings of vehicle in Whangārei firearms incident
Parent wanted family to die together: On trial for attempted murder and coercing suicide
The daughter required hospital treatment after the incident, the prosecution says.
It's been a major: Volunteers show off upgrade at historic Jack Morgan Museum
Northland volunteers are delighted at the new-look Jack Morgan Museum.
Cat chaos at Far North pensioner flats in council sights
A woman says up to 50 wild cats live under and around her flat.
Kaikohe farmers from Uruguay inspiring would-be young farmers at Northland College
Uruguayan couple inspiring next generation of Far North farmers.
Foul-mouthed tenant evicted after noise complaints from neighbours
Property managers have evicted a loud and foul-mouthed tenant after neighbours complained.
Whangārei Boys' High School pleads guilty to charges relating to Abbey Caves death
The school admitted two charges after the death of a student on a school caving trip.
‘Drive to the conditions’: Police warn motorists after quick succession of crashes in Auckland storms
Heavy rain watches and warnings have been placed on regions across the North Island.
Police warn motorists of strong winds on harbour bridge amid heavy rain across north
Heavy rain watches and warnings have been placed on regions across the North Island.
Charter school may be coming back to Whangārei
Te Kapehu Whetu principal Raewyn Tipene met with David Seymour yesterday.
Te Tai Tokerau tertiary scholarship winners named
The 2024 winners will each get $4000 and paid NRC work experience..
Iwi 'vindicated' by court decision to pull plug on port expansion in Whangārei Harbour
'We haven’t often been in the fortunate position of having a decision go our way.'
Kaipara Harbour water test near town shows alarmingly high levels of aluminium
The aluminium could be toxic to fish and a potential cause of 'zombie' snapper.
Whangārei woman on vigilante mission likened to Mike Tyson for ear-biting assault
The woman launched a vicious attack on a man after hearing allegations about him.
'Life-threatening': Hokianga residents petition changes to St John ambulance services
Hokianga residents are concerned about changes to the Rawene St John ambulance station.
Grandma traumatised after shots fired at her house
Police say it is lucky the woman, aged in her 70s, was not hit by the bullets.
Boxing: IBF crown defence a first for Hamilton
Two-division world champion Lani Daniels will fight in a homecoming match of sorts.
Brain injury battle: Court overturns ACC decision cutting payments
Despite numerous practitioners advising he was unfit for work, ACC disagreed.
Warm up your weekend by tagging along to these midwinter events
Congratulations to anyone not hit by cold and flu season — make the most of it.
Kawakawa's quirky, colourful Hundertwasser loos get Heritage NZ plaque to mark status
Heritage NZ plaque to recognise Kawakawa Hundertwasser toilets' status
Wanted: Families looking for a hand-up into buying their first home
Habitat for Humanity is building 24 Whangārei homes for its rent-to-buy scheme.
A night to remember: Makeup artists and hairdressers unite for school ball
Katy Taylor noticed ball season was a logistical nightmare, so she came up with a solution
Malt Time to battle top contenders in winter showdown
Seasoned mare Malt Time is set to race while in foal next season.
Delays expected after serious crash in Whangārei causes road closure
Serious crash blocks Ngunguru Road in Glenbervie, Northland
Kaipara waste to energy plant investigation ends with no report
The council’s role in any future local WtE plant will be purely regulatory.
PPTA calls for more time to make submissions on charter schools
The clash between David Seymour and education union continues.
Dumped and emaciated: Influx of puppies dumped on roadsides and bushes in Far North
The Kerikeri SPCA has seen an influx of abandoned puppies.
Five gold medals at major international awards for Kiwi winery
Northland winery The Landing Wine wins big at international awards.