Woman found on beach: Jo Sione-Lauaki victim of foul play, police reveal
Mother of eight's body was found on remote Northland coastline on August 2.
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'Tragic': Gap in system causing suffering for Northland's dermatology patients
There is currently no dermatologist in the Northland region.
Northland man sentenced to home detention for attempting to murder terminally ill mother
The man's lawyer said he had acted out of 'compassion and love'.
Dairy products take the coastal route to market
Some of Northland’s dairy exports are heading out of the area by sea instead of road.
Opinion: 'Stuck in a treatment cycle' - How creams caused a year of suffering
Journalist Brodie Stone has been diagnosed with TSW after months of suffering in silence
Microlight plane crashes into Northland paddock
Emergency services received the call at about 3pm.
Judge rules against Lena Duncan in ongoing animal welfare case
Lena Duncan claims that search warrants were illegal and the SPCA violated her rights.
Northland's warm winter delivers record or near-record temperatures across the region
Overall, the nationwide average temperature for winter was 9.6C.
Kaipara Harbour snapper with higher aluminium levels okay to eat if healthy
As long as snapper are not showing 'zombie' symptoms, they can be safely eaten.
Watch: Kīngi Tūheitia laid to rest on Taupiri Maunga
Thousands of people have gathered at the marae over the past six days to mourn the King.
Whangārei police actively investigating after man shot in Ōtangarei
The shot man is now in a stable condition and three men have been arrested.
Arson suspected in Whangārei's Thomas St next to fatal house fire
The house fire on Thomas St, Tikipunga, was well-involved when firefighters arrived.
Northland Taniwha fall short in Bunnings Warehouse NPC clash in Hamilton
Northland Taniwha lose 34-19 in Bunnings Warehouse NPC clash against Waikato in Hamilton.
Kaitāia boxer Mea Motu in historic double world title fight in England
The Far North world champ has title unification bout in UK.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Youth tackle range of issues at speech contest
Te Hiku o-te Ika Manu Korero – Far North Schools Speech Competition results.
Comment: As we farewell our Kīngi we will continue to be guided by his extraordinary leadership
OPINION: Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau was taken far too soon.
Far North Constable Harriet Steele's mettle earns her top Ironman accolade
Harriet Steele earns Ironman scholarship during cancer fight.
Opinion: Medically unfit to drive has got to be based on medical and driving evidence
OPINION: The issue is that senior drivers should not be unjustifiably targeted.
Pushing human limits: Northlander reveals how she runs an ultra-marathon a day
Shannon-Leigh Litt has run 242 ultra-marathons since January. Here's how she's done it.
Far North news briefs - Northland Kauri play in Kaitāia, Blood Service collecting and sustainability recognised
News snippets from the Far North
Property market springing back – but not in Northland
Experts say house prices have finally bottomed out and are on the up... elsewhere.
Waste of ratepayers' money: Northland MP slams council's speed limit changes
FNDC has gone ahead with speed limit changes the Government says will have to be reversed.
'Only a problem if it hits you': Daniels ready for big-punching challenger
“It’s simple, really. A power punch is only a problem if it hits you."
Police operation sees two minors sold alcohol at licensed premises
Two underage volunteers were sold alcohol in the Hokianga and Kaipara areas
Man in moderate condition after suffering gunshot wound
Residents have been advised to avoid the immediate Ōtangarei area.
'He ran me over': Three caregivers on trial for alleged abuse of foster children
Three foster parents are on trial facing dozens of charges of ill-treatment and neglect.
Far North Māori ward decision postponed to respect Kiingi Tūheitia's burial
Far North District Council’s Māori ward decision meeting is being postponed
Crews battle 'well involved' house fire in Far North
Fenz said the fire was being treated as suspicious.
Labour leader talks Northland roads, healthcare and crime in local visit
The Labour leader visited Whangārei to see the progress of projects he signed off.
Northport fast-track bid sparks debate over Rosie Mercer's involvement
Rosie Mercer's wide-ranging advice to Ministers: fast-track, infrastructure & the regions.
Two by Twos sect accusations: Man facing historical sex charges expected to enter plea
A 79-year-old man is facing a raft of charges involving young boys.
Bay of Islands invasive caulerpa battle gears up with $10m boost
World-leading caulerpa eradication trials are taking a major step forward.