Heaviest summer rainfall record in Northland as two cyclones hit
Wettest summer ever in Northland with over 1 metre of rain, widespread flooding and slips.
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Salute! Northland's Sovrano Estate and Restaurant finally granted liquor licence
Andrea Loggia is thrilled to finally have his liquor licence at Sovrano restaurant.
Don't be fobbed off: Road safety experts urge Northlanders to report potholes
New figures show not many Northlanders are prepared officially complain about potholes.
From bulldozers to bone - Whangārei artist Len Kay led a full life
Northland bone carver Len Kay remembered for his outstanding work and his family.
Man injured in Kensington house fire
A Northland man left cooking unattended and fallen asleep - sparking fire.
News in brief: Rescue at Raumanga Falls; manslaughter plea and cocaine arrests
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
'Ow, it hurts': Teacher 'tweaked' ear of preschooler after he smeared faeces on himself
'These are called ears and they aren’t painted on so please use them,' teacher told child.
Man airlifted to hospital after rescue at popular Whangārei swim spot
Police and emergency services are attending a rescue in Raumanga.
Teenager pleads guilty to manslaughter
A 16-year-old has admitted to the manslaughter of Michael John Biggins.
Man arrested over 'incident' that left woman with serious head injuries
The woman remains in a critical condition at Auckland Hospital.
Street attack: Dad of two young children fighting for life, in coma
The family of Rob Ludlow, in a coma after an assault, are thankful for community support.
Northland bride marries at historic hotel once owned by great great grandparents
Northland woman engaged and married at historic hotel owned by great great grandparents
Whangārei’s ArtBeat interactive arts festival draws crowds
Sun, art, entertainment were the order of day at Whangārei’s ArtBeat.
Shane Reti: Youth crime up, police officer numbers low in Northland
Northland /Whangārei has more crime, less constabulary than Southern region - Shane Reti.
Temporary accommodation found for Northland family after two weeks of frantic search
They and their pets were forced to move out after the cyclone red-stickered their house.
Pride of Pasifica Culture on show in Whangārei at Pasifika Fusion Festival
Northland Pasifika Fusion Festival attracts big crowds to Whangārei.
Black Fern Krystal Murray Supreme Winner at Tai Tokerau Māori Sports Awards; special honour for Sid Going
Black Fern Krystal Murray wins top Tai Tokerau Māori Sports Award
'It was cool': Matt Watson's roof was ripped off - but he has no regrets
TV star doesn't regret building by the sea after experiencing wrath of Cyclone Gabrielle.
Residents along Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd relieved Brynderwyns is partially open
Partial re-opening has seen heavy vehicle use decrease on he Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd
"Living modestly opens up so much" — we talk to Northlanders living off-grid
It's not an easy lifestyle, but Northlanders living off-grid wouldn't change it.
SH1 at Mangamukas not forgotten
Repairs are continuing "with urgency" despite issues with Brynderwyns, Hawke's Bay roads.
Preventing the 'youth mental health pandemic': Wellbeing project hits Te Tai Tokerau schools
The project provides children with the means to manage anxiety early in their early years.
A story of true grit: The determined life of the tractor riding cowboy, Murdoch Ross
Murdoch Ross' generosity established many vital aspects of the Whangārei Heads community.
Carolyn Hansen: How to manage cravings and temptations
If you do give in, pick yourself back up and get going again.
Northland bowlers at national champs and Kensington club celebrating 100 years
The latest news from Northland's bowls scene with Gwen Lawson,
Return of Northland Field Days sees town and country unite
After a two-year break due to Covid, the event is again showcasing farming innovations.
More than 100 local roads still damaged: How do councils choose which to fix first?
While repairs to our roads are now under way, which ones will happen first?
Luxon promises Northland councils will control Three Waters infrastructure
Luxon's comments came after National launched its Three Waters policy on Saturday.
Northlanders urged to prepare for more power cuts
Big slip threatens two high-voltage lines carrying power to Northland.
Northland’s rail link to be closed for up to three months
Some of the slips on the line between Northland and Auckland are still being assessed.
Avocado orchard to pay $62k after failing to protect worker when wire snapped
The worker was awarded $62,185 after fencing wire hit him in the face
Accused referred to Youth Aid over assault that caused life-threatening injuries
The victim is still in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
'Still a lot of crime going on': Residents concerned after failed police station opening trial
Residents in Kaikohe and Paihia have been asking for a greater police presence.
Opinion: How brain development influences driving
On the road with John: The way our brains develop can have an impact on our driving.