Hapū and council to consider rāhui at Abbey Caves
The caves were closed for a month after the tragic death of Karnin Petera.
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'It's not my bad parenting' - mum of autistic boy shares journey
Lachie Steedman was diagnosed with autism early on in life.
Mental health nurse completes 22km swim - and beats record
The mental health nurse was raising funds for the charity Voices of Hope.
Weather hampers search efforts for missing fisherman
One man's body was located on Friday. The other remains missing.
Whangārei missing fishermen described as fathers 'deeply loved' by family
The body of one victim was located on Friday, while the search continues for his friend.
Car crashes into a tree, one dead in Whangārei overnight
Emergency services responded around 12.45am.
Irate residents sound off about new tsunami sirens
Coastal views from a couple's Parua Bay home ruined by new tsunami siren.
Dedication and hard work pays off: Northland gymnasts to compete across the ditch
The trio have put in the hard yards to qualify for the world-class event.
Feijoa thief steals from preschoolers' stall but community rallies with kindness
The family was overwhelmed by an outpouring of community support.
Four Northland artists to feature at prestigious art fair
Dickinson's mission is to show the wealth of talent Northland has to offer.
Fears students will miss out as enrolment scheme 'imposed' on all-girls school
Northland's only all-girls school is to be zoned - what does that mean?
Northland school librarian getting books back in kids' hands
What once served as a classroom is now a hub of activity and learning.
Govt expects 'significant interest' in charter schools in Northland
The first are expected to be up and running by next year.
Principals slam Govt's 'simple' approach to school attendance
Coalition's proposals labelled a "nice little soundbite" lacking substance.
Budding artist or marine biologist? Something for everyone these school holidays
From April 13 until April 28, Northland is not short on things to do.
Exhibition to feature the works of iconic Māori modernist artists
‘Māori art is burgeoning at the moment – it’s in such good health.’
Far North student wows judges at regional Shakespeare festival
The 'golden ticket' is a chance to aim for London, Keira Brassett says.
Students add voices to School Strike 4 Climate NZ rally
Students are demanding the Government take action to tackle climate change now.
Generous Northlanders dig deep for Relay for Life
More than $120k raised from Whangārei Relay for Life.
Lani Daniels Supreme Award winner at Northland Sports Awards
Northland's sporting stars recognised at Northland Sports Awards
'Great to hear kākā squawking': Farmers get wildlife thriving
The couple’s planting provides even more shelter and security for wildlife.
Brynderwyn road closure: nearly 100,000 tonnes of soil cut so far
Kiwi sniffer dog among the 520 workers on massive SH1 project.
'Huge shortage' of therapists in schools may be addressed with pay increase
The increase addresses gender discrimination in a female-dominated job, says a therapist.
Whangārei mayor says role can be ‘very lonely’
'When you take the role of mayor, it's not about you. It's about everybody else.'
'Frightening' Concern for vulnerable families amid free lunch uncertainty
115 Northland schools were under the scheme as of last year, figures show.
'Over the top' Student excluded from planned field trip, school defends decision
The principal has said the risks could not be mitigated if he were to attend.
Northland's noisiest suburbs: Is yours one of them?
Northland's three district councils revealed the number of complaints in each district.
OBIT: Northland rugby stalwart Don Hewitt remembered
Northland rugby legend Don Hewitt remembered as 'best and fairest week in, and week out'.
'Really promising': Is Northland the new home of peanuts?
A feasibility project dotted across sites in the North is encouraging.
Sunflowers, a maize maze and lawnmower racing on display at Northland Field Days
The country's second-largest field days drew crowds in the thousands.
High school's lockdown drill angers parent; specialist says more schools asking for them
More schools are employing advisers in the wake of the March 15 mosque attacks.
Kaitāia's Liz Olliver connecting people for Neighbours Aotearoa
Kaitāia woman building neighbourly connections for Neighbours Aotearoa
High school student reportedly assaulted with homemade taser
A parent has said the video reflects an ongoing fighting culture at the school.
Mangawhai high school may be open by early 2025
Independent school would cater to students who now travel to access secondary education.