'At some point' teen intended to meet girl for sex: Judge
Man instigated sexually explicit exchange of messages with 12-year-old Facebook friend.
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Popular judge will preside for another two years before fully retiring
Northland's Judge John McDonald will preside for another two years before fully retiring
Kiwi cast named for Ninety-Mile Beach drug bust series
The stars of the six-part drama series filmed in Ahipara are officially revealed.
Nurse to stroke victim after 6-hour ED wait: 'We can't do anything about that'
A stroke victim travelled 300km to get a hospital bed after facing a nine-hour wait in ED.
Otaika liquor store ram raid latest of many
The shop is not the first in Otaika to be ram raided.
Inspiring the next generation - Black Ferns give Whangārei a taster ahead of games
The Black Ferns strapped their boots on for an open training at Pohe Island.
'If the wages were liveable, I wouldn't leave' NorthTec nursing graduate moves to Australia
NorthTec holds four graduation ceremonies over two days to celebrate two graduate cohorts.
Historic child sex abuse crimes put former drug kingpin back in jail
The court was told the girls were about 8 and 11 when the abuse occurred.
Judge says concern for children in drink-driver's car no licence for dangerous attack
Resident angered by drink-driver's antics claimed he acted in self-defence.
Liquorland Otaika targeted in overnight ram raid
Liquorland Otaika is the latest business to be targeted by ram raiders.
Woman lured from van by man who claimed she had a flat tyre
Intoxicated man tricks woman out of her van and drives away, refusing to stop for police.
Big increase in calls to police for mental health incidents
Northland police are being called to more mental health incidents than ever.
'Naivety not an excuse': Auckland boatie fined for illegal landing
The man's unauthorised landing on Whatupuke breached the Reserves Act.
Police justified in using dog to stop man fleeing checkpoint
The man turned out to be wanted for firearms and drug offences.
The super wealthy are snapping up coastal Northland properties
Northland is a millionaire's playground with a swag of luxury properties on the market
'The system is broken': Kids falling out of school puts demand on Alternative Education
Alternative education space in Northland is filled with over-capacity and minimal funding.
Delayed report, Oranga Tamariki's actions enabled more robberies by 14yo - lawyers
The 23 other charges he faces may be dropped due to delay in getting psychological report.
Opportunity knocks for Northland rugby clubs and communities
Rugby for Life is set to create opportunities for Northlanders through the power of rugby.
Kiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZ
With severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.
Man caught with child sex abuse publications fights to keep his name secret
Man files appeal against refusal to grant him permanent name suppression.
Students stranded as school bus firms cancel run at short notice
A severe lack of local bus drivers has left some families scrambling to get kids home.
More youth encouraged to connect with culture through marae-based workshop
Rangatahi Ora is conducting a three-day marae-based workshop from June 17 to 19.
Widow, whānau disagree over Tommy Murray's last wishes after body taken north for burial
Former MP urges Māori-Pākehā couples to have vital talk long before grim reaper arrives.
Gaelene Bright's alleged killer appears in Northland court
The man accused of murdering Northland woman Gaelene Bright appears in court
Woman hits 'rock bottom' after man secretly films sex act
Man told victim he was using his phone for its torch during intimate encounter.
Assuming the worst: Residents near controversial state housing estate put homes on market
For sale signs are springing up on Puriri Park Rd as a contentious housing project starts.
Patients might have to pay up or lose family doctor after funding shortfall
Funding increase of 3 per cent doesn't cover the cost of running a practice, GPs say.
Brad Flutey claims no legislation to support mandatory mask wearing in public facilities
Flutey elects judge-alone trial to defend charges laid after a scuffle with police
Farmer furious after wandering dogs attack more than 100 sheep
The death of sheep has cost farmer Rex Roadley up to $25,000.
Queen's Birthday Honours: Nursing career spans more than three decades
Margareth Broodkoorn has been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours
Queen's Birthday Honours: Respected Hokianga scholar champion of Māori culture
Patu Hohepa was made a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit
One injured in freedom camping gas bottle explosion
Police say a person has been taken to hospital.
Histories of NZ can cause friction between cultures if not delivered right
Northland education experts reflect on the teaching of the new NZ history curriculum.
Wedding day chopper crash survivor: 'I knew my back was broken, there was screaming'
Rachel Jordan always knew something bad would happen when she was about 40