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Ngāpuhi bids to own Northport and associated company as part of consortium
Move from Ngāpuhi and others to take total control of region's port.
Flood-prone Whangārei campground getting drainage makeover
The thousands of visitors at Uretiti Campground have to dodge flooding after heavy rain.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 surf beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 surf beaches – vote for your favourite now.
Whangārei’s Lani Daniels to defend world boxing title in April
Daniels heading for rematch with tough Tongan.
'No one thinks this is a good idea': Bream Bay residents oppose sand mining
DoC warns the sand mining near reserves could harm marine life and endangered seabirds.
Dargaville records lowest annual rainfall as dry spell continues
Record dry weather recorded in parts of Northland, but growers cheer no heavy rain.
Umbrellas and tartan out in force at 152nd Waipu Highland Games
The event went ahead despite bouts of heavy rain — and crowds were pumping.
Rāhui in place at Waipū after woman’s death near river mouth
'Our hearts go out to all who are grieving this loss,' surf live-saving club says.
‘It’s a priceless gift’: Whangārei man's life saved by selfless donation
Nolan Keith promises to look after his new heart, to honour those who donated it.
Two Northland vets part of Voluntary Bonding Scheme to work in rural practices
The scheme supports graduate vets working in rural practices.
Kiwi Christmas Books wants Northlanders to donate new books for region's kids
The charity has three Northland stores collecting books this festive season.
$18m in three payments to Northpower's 60,000 customers
Northpower giving $18 million to its customers in power payments.
Rainy Labour weekend ahead, lifeguards ready at beaches
Lifeguards prepare for busy Labour weekend; weather may deter some beachgoers.
Navy life means touring the world
Whangārei's Cameron Wright loves getting paid to travel in the Navy.
At 82, Ray Broad still inspiring Whangārei footballers as he hangs up his boots
At 82, Whangārei football ‘legend’ Ray Broad bows out with a win.
Obituary: Former National Cabinet minister, and NZ’s first America’s Cup campaign director 'Aussie' Malcolm dies in Whangārei
Malcolm is survived by three daughters, a son and six grandchildren.
Beam e-scooters still in Whangārei despite Auckland ban
District council's agreement with company different to those in Auckland and Wellington.
Property market springing back – but not in Northland
Experts say house prices have finally bottomed out and are on the up... elsewhere.
Love Tennis? Free events in Northland could find next tennis stars
Love Tennis free events in Northland could uncover next generation of stars
'Thrilled': Northland brewery now home of NZ’s champion beer
McLeod's Brewery has been awarded their biggest accolade yet
'We didn’t expect this': Whangārei couple's identical triplets mean seven kids under seven
Whangārei couple's triplets expand family to nine
'Smash a highway through it': Northland residents want voices heard on Brynderwyns bypass
Northlanders fear NZTA routes bypassing the Brynderwyns will cut through their community.
Service centre proposed for dangerous intersection, Waipu residents say
The service centre is the third proposed for State Highway 1 south of Whangārei.
Cyclone Gabrielle Appeal gives $3.5m to Northland groups for repairs and rebuilds
Northland's allocation is one of the highest in NZ.
Hannah Wilkinson's Kamo FC scores Fifa development cash
The club was delighted to receive the funding.
Winter water safety warning as Northland's drowning deaths climb
Four drownings in Northland already double 2023 total for same time of year.
'Custodians of Waipu' appeal to council to keep job that funds community work
Maintenance duties helped trust pay for other initiatives but role now going to Citycare.