Opponents heartbroken as Paihia breakwater proposal refloated by Shane Jones
The Paihia breakwater divided the town but is needed for road protection, minister says.
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Council defends taking dog from locked kennel on man's property
Sky was a stray a Kawakawa man wanted to adopt, but council took her from a locked kennel.
Artist's work blends alchemy and science
Mangōnui's Jasmine Keir creates an abstract world that mirrors the patterns of nature.
Far North news in brief: Shellfish back on the menu
Catch up on what's happening across Northland.
Body found on Ninety Mile Beach: Far North diver remembered as man who 'saved the community'
The diver was known to many as a 'tireless' and 'hardworking' community man.
'Hell of a splash': Great white shark spotted near Whangārei Heads
The white pointer, believed to be 3m long, was spotted leaping out of the water.
Community searches for solutions to roaming, aggressive dog problem
The Moerewa community has rallied to try and solve the ongoing problem of roaming dogs.
'Hopefully the message is getting through' Northland buoyed by low drowning statistics
Water safety education appears to be having an impact in the north.
'It was so painful' - Family of Kaitāia toddler killed in driveway recall efforts to save her
Twenty-month-old girl Azalea-Reign Kiani May Samuels died after being struck by a vehicle.
Northland weather outlook: Warm, wet this month
The last 10 to 15 days of January are ones to watch in terms of possible heavy rain.
Risk of storms and heavy rain for Auckland, Northland, Bay of Plenty
MetService has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northland and the Bay of Islands.
'Unbearable': Grieving whānau suffer double tragedy after toddler's driveway death
Azalea-Reign was struck by a vehicle and passed away on January 5.
Want to be self-sufficient? Tips on creating a thriving vegetable patch
Ever wanted to start a vege garden but didn't know how? Zora Brunette has some pointers.
'It’s very, very positive': Businesses making hay while the sun shines
One Whangārei cafe owner says this is the busiest summer ever.
Carrington Resort: A high-end dream turned nightmare
The future of a resort plagued with community issues and lawsuits looks dire.
Mid Northern Rodeo saddles up for both athletes and protesters
A bull died at last year's event but that was the exception, organisers say.
Dotterel chick dies on Northland beach - warning issued to beware
It was important that people were aware of any nests and take precautions to avoid them.
Young New Zealand-born Chinese will interact with Māori on trip to Waitangi
Meng Foon will lead a Chinese delegation to Northland.
News briefs from Northland - shellfish warning, Canopy Night Market back and boating disaster averted
News snippets from Northland
'Retired weed buster' disputes fine for poisoning trees near historic Stone Store
The man who DoC fined $800 for poisoning trees in Kerikeri has disputed the fine.
Orca spotted swimming on its side is not sick, expert says
Orca have been spotted hunting stingrays at popular coastal sites across Northland.
Behind the needles of fine line tattooist Gemma Dudley
Fine-line tattooists have become a common choice in recent years; Gemma is self-taught.
Search for missing diver continues, more than 10 days later
The rāhui near Ahipara is in place after a diver went missing on December 23.
The upcoming Brynderwyns closure will cost about $200 extra for each truck trip
The extra costs for taking the detour will have to be passed on, truck drivers say.
'Deeply impacted whānau': Council to improve road after two young cousins die
After deaths of two cousins in Far North swimming hole, council to make road safer.
Waitangi Treaty Grounds museums receive bomb threats and evacuate
The Waitangi Treaty Grounds museums were evacuated following bomb threats.
6-month-old baby dies in hospital following crash in Waima, Far North
The recent fatality in Northland this year brings the holiday road toll to 19.
Nineteen people killed on our roads over official holiday period
Nineteen families around New Zealand have been affected by road deaths these holidays.
Overwhelmed animal rescue groups want mandatory desexing
Far North animal rescue groups see a huge problem of neglected, unwanted dogs
Inside the vibrant world of Kerikeri artist Erika Pearce
Street artist Erika Pearce takes inspiration from the colourful world around her.
Rain-soaked music festival: ‘Learnings’ for next time - organiser
Northern Bass organiser says the event will be back at the end of the year.
Favourable weather conditions here to stay for now in Northland
Settled weather offers a 'good opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities these holidays'.
'Shattered hearts beyond repair’: 4yo, 6yo cousins die in farm tragedy
Devastated family member posted on social media about the death of the two little boys.