Latest from Kaipara District

Sea Eagle II's quiet return to the harbour causes stir

Sea Eagle II a welcome sight from tops of mountains, aircraft and the harbour.

Latest bowls news from Northland

Latest news from the Northland bowls scene

Popular beach dig, sandcastle contest returns to Paihia

Free family events on Paihia beach will test creativity and entertain the kids.

Aggravated robberies: 'It is a vicious cycle, dairy owners suffer all loss'

Here's why Northland dairy owners are hesitant to speak against aggravated robberies.

Backpackers hostel reinvented for Covid era's 'new reality'

Pandemic, demise of YHA NZ forces Paihia hostel to find new ways of doing business.

Is this our hottest summer ever? Temps soar as workers feel the heat

Construction workers and roofers get hammered by high humidity in Northland.

News snippets from Northland

News in brief from Northland.

Northland man missing since Wednesday morning sparks search

Police and search and rescue teams comb bush area near Pipiwai for Kukama Waa.

More Northlanders eligible for booster shot after new regulations kick in

New regulations around the roll out of boosters came into place yesterday.

'I feel vulnerable and unsafe' Life for region's immunocompromised

Northland's immunocompromised say they are feeling the pressure to protect themselves.

'You aren't the only one using the road' - Five crashes within a few hours as roads get busy

Police urge drivers to be patient, keep calm, and expect delays on Northland roads.

News in brief: Arson attempts investigated, duck hits powerlines

Catch up on news around the region.

Motorcyclists seriously hurt in crash north of Whangārei

Rental car crossed the centre line and struck a motorcycle with husband and wife on it.

Refinery reacts to Govt's impending sustainable biofuels mandate

Millions of tons of emissions expected to be cut with new biofuels mandate.

Rugby star helping in fight against large Northland fire

Taniwha among crews helping fight major fire in Kaimaumau.

'Everyone was ... in good spirits': First weekend of 2022 had hot weather and good vibes

St John paramedics attended to 37 callouts on New Year's eve in Northland.

Motorcyclist's death lifts holiday road toll total to 11

A motorcyclist has died in a crash in the Kaipara District, Northland, overnight.

Magical Poor Knights worth a visit this summer

The Islands were once home to 400 people.