Sharks stranded in rock pools near Ahipara
A group of bronze whaler sharks made the rock pools in the Te Kōhanga / Tauroa area their temporary home. Video / Lisa McNab
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Delays on SH12 Northland after Taheke truck crash
Motorists are experiencing delays after a truck rolled between Kaikohe and Waima about 11am today. Video / Miria Henry
Road now open after truck blocked SH12 near Taheke
The crash was just west of Puha Rd near Taheke.
Whangārei’s Lani Daniels to defend world boxing title in April
Daniels heading for rematch with tough Tongan.
Vehicle found damaged after reports of shots fired in Raumanga
Gunshots were reportedly heard at a Hedley Place property on Thursday night.
Incoming rainmaker to sweep over Auckland, Northland
Heavy rain could also plague the Hawke's Bay and Gisborne on Tuesday.
'Pathetic' sewerage system poorly designed from the start: Drainlayer
Coastal residents despair as sewage continues to spill into picturesque bay.
‘It’s shocking’: Dust woes continue, residents call for stronger council action
Residents in the Far North are angered by dust issues despite dust suppression measures.
Taheke scrub fire: Blaze 70% contained
On Friday afternoon crews were still working to fully contain the fire.
What's with all the kiwi in central Whangārei?
Why are kiwi being spotted in Whangārei's central business district?
News briefs from the Far North - lighthouse stays, man shot and pedestrian hit
News snippets from the Far North
Far North public toilets hit by vandalism
The council is seeking the public's help after $2000 worth of damage was inflicted.
Help keep Treaty Grounds clean during Waitangi Day - volunteers needed
Volunteers wanted to keep Waitangi Day commemorations clean in Bay of Islands
Fire restrictions in Far North follow summer water restrictions
Far North under fire and water restrictions
Investigators uncover the cause of Whangārei’s 20ha blaze
Northland's fire permits have been suspended until further notice due to risky conditions.
'It was massive': ‘Monster’ great white shark circles fishing kayaker
Oliver Hopwood spotted a dark shape drifting below his kayak early on Sunday morning.
Shark spotted at Whangaumu Bay in Tūtūkākā Coast
A shark was spotted at Whangaumu Bay on Saturday and on Sunday a man had a rendezvous with a 5m great white in Tamaterau near Parua Bay. Video / Masey Hammann
Innovative solution to swans hitting powerlines at Far North lake
Top Energy's solution prevents lines being wiped out by birds' swansong.
Study scholarships awarded to 3 Far North health staff
JR.BM Scholarships to three Northland health workers
Humble Northland couple’s community contribution recognised
John and Lily Coleman recognised for community service.
'Growing problem': The fast-growing NZ town with no public secondary school
A private school will open in February, but residents wonder where the public option is.
‘A hole in all our lives’: Young, married mum of three killed in crash
The hospital nurse who died 'touched the lives of so many' – friend.
Teen apprentice told there's no more work, then finds firm advertising similar role
Now he's taken Jayu Developments to the ERA and won a $30,000 payout.
News snippets from the Far North
Catch up on what's currently happening around the region.
Charity close to man‘s heart to gain from 1000km cycle ride from Cape Rēinga
A child charity saved Nuk Korako's family being split up, he's now raising funds for it
'No one thinks this is a good idea': Bream Bay residents oppose sand mining
DoC warns the sand mining near reserves could harm marine life and endangered seabirds.
Russell Forest less 61 feral deer during joint conservation initiative
Efforts to eradicate feral deer from Northland are going well, authorities say
Far North boxer Mea Motu up for unified boxing world title bout
Northland's Mea Motu fights for multiple world boxing titles in NZ first.
Kāinga Ora shelves controversial 50-home project in Northland
Kāinga Ora spent nearly $900,000 on the 50-home Ruakākā project now on the back burner.
How to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyond
Northlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.
Dargaville records lowest annual rainfall as dry spell continues
Record dry weather recorded in parts of Northland, but growers cheer no heavy rain.
'High fire danger': Residents urged to be cautious after Whangārei wildfire
A wildfire near Whangārei has been contained. An investigation continues into its cause.
‘Uneducated cannibals’: Racial abuse, assault alleged after woman asked to leash dog
'We were simply asking her to be respectful.'
BBC’s Mammals series features false killer whales filmed in Northland
Rare footage of NZ false killer whales to air on BBC's Mammals this weekend.