Whangārei records lowest ever March temperature with dry, cool start to autumn - but more rain and higher temps expected
Northland's record wet summer gives way to drier and cooler autumn.
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Fresh fruit and vege off the menu for many Northlanders feeling cost of living effects
Stats NZ figures show a 14pc annual increase in grocery food prices.
Kayak lessons; veterans photo exhibition and police want reports of burnouts
News snippets from Northland.
Anzac Day 2023: The awfulness of battle through 21yo eyes
Letters record Charles Stewart Alexander's internal battle with what he witnessed at war.
Where to commemorate Anzac Day in Northland
There are services right around the region - here's a guide to where and when.
'Shocking' 15 stolen cars removed during clean-up day in Raumanga
1060 kg of waste alone was removed from a field in Raumanga
Northland Rescue helicopter base shift could take 'another year or two'
Some residents are unhappy with news the lease has been extended.
International visitors rebound but bad weather impact felt
For some in Northland the weather meant fewer tourists.
Joe Bennett: Birthday sparks memories of travels gone by
A coming trip to celebrate his birthday brings back good and bad memories for Joe Bennett.
News briefs: No lifeguards, manslaughter accused named, and community clean-up day
Catch up on what's happening.
Paihia200 unity a model for celebrating Treaty bicentennial
'We felt humbled to be so warmly welcomed back to this beautiful and spiritual place'
Holiday horror: Kiwi yachtie fighting for life after freak Panama pool dive accident
Dad of Whangārei builder reveals how his son was injured in Panama.
Hollywood A-lister forced to abandon Whangārei Heads film shoot
The local community is reeling after the loss of significant revenue.
Russell ferry collision sparks calls for mandatory boatie training
Opponents of boating licences view the sea as ‘the last bastion of freedom’.
Pair accused after gas station stabbing death are in hospital
Shayden Perkinson was killed after a "serious assault".
Leaky, mouldy Dargaville Town Hall to close from Monday
Weather-tightness failure means part of the leaking town hall must be demolished.
Woman who assaulted Winz staffer jailed after further charges
Defendant had 28 pages of previous offences, court told.
74yo pensioner on the run remanded in custody in Whangārei
The woman is on lifetime parole for murder.
Two-term MP Angie Warren-Clark to stand for Labour in Whangārei in October’s general election
Warren-Clark is a list MP based in Tauranga.
Suppression lifted for teen charged with manslaughter of Northland baby
The teen has been charged with manslaughter in relation to a 5-week-old baby.
Whangārei councillor to apologise for breaching code of conduct
Whangārei councillor to make public apology for revealing confidential information.
Northland's junior bowlers fighting for rep honours this weekend
The latest news from Northland's bowls scene.
How asking prices for homes compare to sold price tags
The figures suggest more vendors and buyers are reaching common ground.
Whangārei Stand Up's anti-violence campaign takes off
New community movement Whangārei Stand Up gets a respected leader to front the campaign.
Warning as milk production and number of cows decline
The smallest average herd sizes are in Northland, Auckland and Taranaki.
News briefs: Corrections industrial action, Hundertwasser art auction
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Insurance company reveals the car most stolen
Drivers of Nissans in Northland, Toyotas and Mazdas elsewhere - lock your cars.
Anzac Day: Poppy Day Appeal a chance for Northlanders to show respect
People across NZ will wear poppies to commemorate all those who have died in wars.
Bay News: Field of Remembrance to blossom at Waitangi
Latest news from Bay of Islands and surrounds.
'Enough is enough': Group aims to tackle violent crime through community action
Many in the city are feeling vulnerable and scared.
The tug-of war over whether violent crimes need harsher penalties
Whangārei stabbing death leads to political debate on sentencing punishment.
Northland news in brief: 300 lifejackets given out; and person injured in workplace injury
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Housing, food security main issues for Northlanders as recession looms
Rising costs are set to add another $150 a week in expenses for households.