Kaitaia woman's food mission to feed the hungry
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Northland beware - thunder and heavy rain likely on Christmas afternoon/evening
Thunderstorm, heavy rain watch for Northland on Christmas afternoon
Dead wallabies spotted on side of roads: Northland urged to be alert for pest
Evidence suggests the wallaby sightings are genuine.
Ruakākā brigade chief steps down after 35 years as a firefighter
'It’s time for the next generation of firefighters to take charge.'
Couple heartbroken after 13 sheep killed in dog attacks
" ... once dogs get a taste of sheep, they will keep coming back."
Whangārei's beloved busker gifted new mobility scooter on birthday
Mr T has been gifted a brand new mobility scooter after an alleged hit-and-run crash.
Vegan ate too many berries, rushing home for sex: Wildest excuses for speeding revealed
Excuses, excuses, but a new police campaign is no laughing matter.
Two teens killed in Northland crash, another critical
Their car crashed into roadworks, lost control and ended up in a paddock.
'I feel so devastated': Mum loses everything in fire caused by home dryer
The mum passed emergency services but had no idea they were headed to her home.
Firefighters open up about their 25 years of service and receiving top honours
They were grateful for being recognised for the top honour.
Desperate mum pleads for help to fund baby's fight against cancer
A Givealittle page was set up to help baby Robin fight cancer.
New study aims to find effective meth treatments for mana whenua
“We want to know their story on what works and doesn’t, and if not, then why?”
'There is hope': How a man transformed a life of depression
Northland mental health survivor comes out about his struggles and eventual transformation
Family fun day a success as thousands show their support for emergency services
Kids and adults had fun at the Emergency Services Family Fun Day at Kensington Park.
'Already feel like a winner': Entertainer Luke Bird says on being a finalist for TV awards
Northland entertainer Luke Bird is a favourite to win the Television Personality award.
Expert tracker Fawn: The latest addition to the police force
Police dog Fawn leading the way for the police force with its tracking expertise.
SPCA - warn your neighbours, keep your own pets calm over Guy Fawkes
The festivities often traumatise pets, cattle and wild animals.
People urged to stay away from Great Exhibition Bay following possible explosive device found
The NZ Defence Force is working with police to safely detonate the explosive.
Marsden Cove business owners raise safety concerns after alleged aggravated robbery
Police say they have no tolerance for those causing harm in Northland communities.
Search continues for diver missing near Herekino Harbour
Search and rescue services are working to locate a Northland diver missing for two days.
'They are our future': Street artists hope to inspire misguided youths through art form
Whangārei street artists aim to inspire youths to take the right path through art.
Search under way for diver believed to have been swept out to sea
Emergency services alerted to a "water incident” about 10.30am.
Parents urged to take note of children’s internet activity after increasing harm
Parents need to safeguard their kids against online harm, online safety experts say.
Warning to wear seatbelts after Northland woman falls from vehicle and dies
A woman who was not wearing a seatbelt died after falling from a vehicle in Northland.
Call to Northlanders to donate generously to rescue helicopter service as annual appeal begins
Northland Rescue Helicopter 2023 annual appeal on now
Poacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fishery
A boat and dive gear were seized and the man is likely to face prosecution.
'It’s terrible what happened to him': Beloved street busker in hospital after alleged hit-and-run
"As whānau, we can only hope for him to get well soon."
Injured tramper rescued from Puketi Forest
A bruised tramper has been rescued from Te Araroa Trail.
Investigation after email threats sent to teachers at Kamo High School
The incident is a first for the school.
Close contacts identified in Northland measles case
Parents and caregivers asked to vaccinate their kids for measles after one confirmed case.
Rough sleepers share their concern over growing homelessness
Homeless people talk about their journey during a World Homeless Day event in Whangārei.
Nation on alert after Northland resident tested positive for measles
Northlanders are being asked to monitor for measles symptoms after one confirmed case.
Far North waka ama paddlers put Te Hiku on the world stage
The paddlers represented Waka Ama NZ who came out on top at this year's event
Date set for trial over Enchanter fishing boat deaths
Members of the victims’ families dialled into the court hearing from around the country.