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Tourism boycott threat over cat colony
A group of mostly elderly volunteers have been barred from using a council reserve in Paihia to feed a colony of stray cats.
UFO in Bay of Islands?
Paihia man Rob Clarke has no time for theories about little green men but he's stumped by the lights he saw travelling across the sky on Sunday night.
'Thug' who broke tourist's jaw jailed
James Hosegood travelled halfway around the world to explore New Zealand and watch a few Rugby World Cup games, but ended up in hospital with a broken jaw after being attacked without warning.
Five North Island spots for a romantic Valentine's Day
Looking for somewhere special to take the one you love this Valentine's Day? Try one of these places, selected by travel blogger Megan Singleton. From an overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands to an LA-inspired hangout in Rotorua, there's something for every taste.
Northland real estate agents penalised
Five Northland real estate agents have been penalised by the
Whale of a tale spectacle
A pair of humpback whales thrilled tourists in the Bay of Islands, breaching several times out of the water in full display.
Bay of Islands: Forest to the sea
Despite a fruitless search for great coffee, Diana Clement finds plenty to do and see in the warm and welcoming Bay of Islands.
Call for consultation over Hone Heke's remains
Northland Maori leaders are calling for all Ngapuhi to be involved in determining a final resting place for Hone Heke’s bones.
Bay of Islands: A day with the dolphins
Nature, wildife, culture, history, gorgeous food and a dose of adrenalin - Cate Foster takes advantage of the pleasures of the Bay of Islands.
The beast of Easter
A holiday weekend "break" with the kids leaves Dita De Boni feeling exhausted.