Mangamuka Gorge has opened again after years of closure after rain caused multiple slips.

State Highway 1 in the Far North is once again open after years of closures from storm damage. Video / David Fisher, NZTA

The district council's Māori ward will disappear for the local elections next year.

The see-saw can be used by all and is part of a new playground in Raumanga.

Second dog attack at Northland beach sparks safety concerns among residents.

Overseas at the time, they've praised keen NZ police work and the power of social media.

Mother shares advice for others after schoolboy terrified by incident.

Mercury's $287 million wind farm near Omamari will produce enough power for 27,000 homes.

Judge addresses supporters: 'How am I the only one who’s angry about this?'

Police have made four arrests after the aggravated robbery in Whangārei's Te Kamo.

Thankfully no one was hurt when a man in a stolen vehicle allegedly rammed a police car.

When a boat was swamped by 3m waves on Hokianga bar, volunteers were watching from shore.

Kaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.

There is a risk of flooding as the upper North Island is soaked by the storms.

The then 16-year-old claims she consented out of fear. Sonny Tau was 63 at the time.

The family walked away from the Oakleigh blaze with only the clothes on their backs.

'We are adamant we must cut a path forward.'

Mea Motu will finally get a shot to add to her world title collection.

Experts warn a lack of services and high deprivation fuel domestic violence in Northland.

Prizes were awarded for best-dressed Santas, pets, plus a surprise for one Grinch.

MetService says rain is on its way, with possible good news for South Island firefighters.

Two roaming dogs recently mauled 18 sheep in Kaikohe - what action has the council taken?

Tre Araia claims he's also been a victim of his mother Gina Potae's dishonesty offending.

Brownie Harding is now eligible for parole but is refusing to take part in a rehab course.

Diane only recently lost her husband after he died while waiting for an ambulance.

Glenice and Lloyd Hall have decorated their Hilltop Avenue home for 26 years.

Exit Only has been a solid craft in getting the family to their destinations safely.

Methamphetamine use equated to an estimated weekly social harm cost of $34m.

Kaitāia Airport secured for NgāiTakoto with a long-term lease and $5.4m upgrade contract.

The Whangārei Hospital rebuild is still on-track, providing more beds than first modelled.