Social housing fears: Public meeting to hear residents' concerns
Kāinga Ora has applied for resource consent despite concerns from residents.
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Big cat park plans open day six months after closing
More open days are planned for the park which has been closed since March.
Bad driving: Where Northlanders are failing when it comes to the road code
A driving instructor feels most Northlanders are out of touch with the road rules.
Three police cars rammed, officer injured in dramatic chase across Whangārei
Police have said it was 'incredibly lucky' no one was hurt in the chase.
Awanui could be next far North town to take out a Keep New Zealand Beautiful award
Locals think the nomination is more than justified.
'Can’t afford a basic plot': Families make tough decisions as funeral grant falls short
"More people are in the position where they can’t afford a basic plot at the cemetery."
Riding for the Disabled is mahi that gives “great reward”
Lessons are the "best day of the week" for attendees and whānau.
From a coal mining building to a flourishing school: Kawakawa Primary turns 150
A wide variety of fun festivities will take place this Friday and Saturday.
'Just had the fright of his life': Missing boatie sparks late night rescue
The boatie was cold and extremely shaken when rescuers found him on Limestone Island.
Airport saga hits turbulence as Govt tells council to uphold their side of the bargain
Discussions about what Kaitāia Airport's lease will look like are underway.
'Retired weed-buster' who poisoned 50 trees at heritage site to cost DoC dearly
The poisoning came to light when a man was seen in the reserve drilling holes in trees.
No quick fix for Whangārei crash hotspot
Solution 'in coming years', but for now drivers urged to remain vigilant.
Hopes high for peanut trials after weather wiped out crops
The trials yielded promising results in its first year.
2023′s winter the fifth-warmest on record
Relatively hot June and July offset by below-average August temperatures.
Heavy downpours to hit North Island, tree falls in Herne Bay
As temperatures rise during the first week of spring, the rain will continue to fall.
Rare example of pre-World War I water infrastructure located in heart of Hikurangi
The rediscovered dams still function, and many of the original features are visible.
'We’re desperate and we’re exhausted': Doctors and dentists strike
People are being warned about potentially longer waits for some services.
Photos: The pioneers behind Poroti's blooming orchid business
Owners Kane and Gail Matthews have spent 20 years refining the growing process.
The price of beauty: Vandalism at picturesque falls cops hefty maintenance bill
The park’s public toilets and other signage were spraypainted.
Injured sailor back in NZ after spending months in Panama hospital
Hospitalised for four months in Panama, Marcel Syron finally returns to Aotearoa.
'She did not consent': Man accused of raping niece and sexually abusing child he fathered with her
The man claims his affair with his niece was consensual.
Police ask witnesses to fatal crash to come forward
Witnesses in relation the two-vehicle crash on Thursday are asked to come forward.
'Pretty mind blowing' - Chop Shop rebuilt three months after fire destroyed business
A devastating fire destroyed a family's livelihood - until the community stepped up.
Rugby: Taniwha roll Magpies in NPC clash
The team ran away with the win with a final score of 44-21 on Friday night.
Heavy rain watch issued for 29 hours in Auckland, Northland
MetService said heavy rain is possible in Northland, Auckland and Coromandel Peninsula.
Woman's 'heartwarming' encounter with whale a sign from the other side, she says
It was the seven-year anniversary since the woman's marine engineer father died.
'All this kindness': Fire victim, 80, living in shed overwhelmed as community donates $28,000
Arnold Kalnins had been living in a shed since his house burned down earlier this month.
'You thought you could hoodwink a jury': Man jailed for $24m cannabis operation
The man claimed they were growing blueberries and he had no idea.
Dads know best: Senior fathers give their greatest advice for parenthood
A dose of classic dad humour was not amiss in the advice from these fathers.
Joe Bennett: Let me introduce you to the culinary delight of Pork Bennett
OPINION: It is neither fancy nor difficult to make. But it turns my knees to jelly.
Food is love: Far North restaurant owner shares tips on enjoying authentic Italian food
Sovrano Estate's new lease on life following problems with liquor licence.
Pouto farmers sink teeth into reviving dentistry in Dargaville
The Pouto Peninsula couple want to give back by providing the much-needed health service
Concerns raised about school's board after staff exodus
Ngunguru School Board of Trustees says that "change is a part of growth".
Photos: Young performers dazzle at kapa haka festival
The festival is one of the biggest events on the Bay of Islands cultural calendar.