Northland AgeSummer rubbish barge returns to keep Bay of Islands waters cleanThe barge runs Mondays and Fridays from December 29 to January 30, 2026.17 Dec 01:00 AM
Northland AgeMother of 11yo girl killed in Kaikohe crash finds relief as teen chargedStaci Walkley, who died in the August crash, is being remembered for her big heart.16 Dec 04:00 PM
Northland AgeFar North fishing trip turns to tragedy as missing man named by policeMan Bock Lee, 65, of Hamilton, was swept into the sea at Tapotupotu Bay on November 23.15 Dec 10:28 PM
Northland AgeHistoric Battle of Te Ruapekapeka to be commemorated 180 years laterThree days of events to mark anniversary of Northern War battle.15 Dec 10:00 PM
Northland AgeHistoric Battle of Te Ruapekapeka to be commemorated 180 years laterThree days of events to mark anniversary of Northern War battle.15 Dec 10:00 PM
Northland AgeFar North mayor handed petition to halt old Warehouse demolitionThe site is earmarked for social housing, apartments and commercial space.15 Dec 04:00 PM
Northland AgeFar North news briefs - Tractor parade, late-night shopping and Kupe exhibitionNews snippets from the Far North.15 Dec 03:00 PM
Northland AgeScholarship helps Far North student bring legal and financial skills back homeThe PKF Stewart Russell scholarship raised over $10,000 from locals.14 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthland AgeNorthland business hits record boom but jobs fail to keep paceNorthland now has 24,351 registered businesses, up from 19,700 in 2013.14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthland AgeWorking Justice systems behind Northland's drop in ram raids80 per cent of the ram raids were committed by young people aged 10 to 17.16 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthland AgeLong waits for mental health help can be catastrophic for Northland youthNorthland children are waiting 50 per cent longer than adults for mental health services.26 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthland AgeHomeowner forced to make sign after scammer sends unknowing victims to house“I felt really sorry for them and some of them were really pissed off and upset.”18 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthland AgeRisks at leased property prompt SPCA’s permanent closure, ‘exhaust’ local charityA Kaitāia charity is exhausted by demand following the SPCA centre's permanent closure.13 Jul 11:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthland AgeNorthland trails offer a starting point for cycle touring trendA look at Northland's cycle touring offering and its lucrative potential.05 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Kermadecs no sanctuary from obligations to MāoriOpinion: Hui on massive no-fish zone northeast of New Zealand faces a few hooks.12 Jun 03:00 AM
Northland AgeFar North couple win $1m Lotto prize after 40-year waitA Northland couple are the 47th Lotto millionaires of 2025 after their First Division win.10 Dec 05:00 AM
Northland AgeFar North restaurant to reopen after owner wins appeal to regain liquor licenceThe Mangonui restaurant was closed for 13 months due to the loss of its liquor licence.10 Dec 03:00 AM
Northland AgeCreative challenges power Project Island Song fundraiser in the Bay of IslandsThe 12ks of Christmas challenge includes a litter clean-up and midnight runs.10 Dec 12:00 AM
Northland AgeFar North rāhui on pāua to protect seafood source at AhiparaAhipara locals impose rāhui on pāua after stocks plundered.09 Dec 09:28 PM
Northland AgeNorthland hit harder than most by climate change, report findsThe report finds almost 40% of Northlanders live in high deprivation areas.09 Dec 12:00 AM
Northland AgeKerikeri dump station delay: Tourism fears grow before summer rushThe Cobham Rd dump station was closed in July 2024 for site development.08 Dec 04:00 PM
Northland Age'Devastating': Free Northland kids’ music charity closes as funding dries upSistema Whangārei will no longer provide free music lessons to children. 08 Dec 04:00 PM
Northland AgeFar North news briefs: Farm safety tips, home-made presents and more News snippets from the Far North.08 Dec 03:00 PM
Today21°C13°CCloudy periods, with the chance of a morning shower. Southwesterlies developing in the morning.
Friday23°C15°CMostly cloudy, with showers in the morning. Northwesterlies, turning southwesterly in the morning.
Northland AgeSpectacle of Sail brings tall ships and launches to Bay of IslandsTall ship and launch regatta in Bay of Islands during Spectacle of Sail.08 Dec 01:00 AM
Northland AgeBoil water notice lifted for Paihia, Ōpua and Waitangi after clear testsDaily tests found three days of clear results in the Far North supply.07 Dec 10:09 PM
Northland Age2300 Far North dog owners haven’t paid dog registration fees - council bites back High number of unpaid dog registrations sparks crackdown.07 Dec 09:36 PM
Driven Car GuideKia Stonic 2026 New Zealand launch price: LX enters at $27,990Stonic arrives in two models, entry LX and a sportier-looking (but more costly) GT-Line.16 Dec 11:05 PM
Driven Car GuideMercedes-Benz GLC 350 e quick review: putting your best PHEV forwardNew plug-in offers price parity with mild hybrid GLC... and over 100km EV range.16 Dec 05:05 AM
Driven Car GuideAston Martin Works restores family-owned DB5 after 50 yearsWelshman John Williams bought the car over 50 years ago, for NZ$2000.16 Dec 03:05 AM
Driven Car GuideBentley Flying Spur Speed shatters winter lap record on Arctic iceThe entire 3.3km circuit was buried under roughly 300mm of ice and snow.16 Dec 01:05 AM
OneRoof‘League of its own’: Mega-estate hits the market eyeing $18m buyer“There's nothing you could wish for that’s not there. You never have to leave home."16 Dec 07:28 PM
OneRoofMayor hopeful’s Bitcoin bid falls flat as Remuera home sells for ‘plain old dollars’John Alcock’s home snapped for over $5m, but no one offered to pay in cryptocurrency.16 Dec 06:31 PM
OneRoofOutrageous Fortune star sells her Auckland villa from the makeup chair"I just need a couple of minutes, I’m selling my house."16 Dec 07:38 AM
OneRoofBeachside frenzy: Cottage snapped up after 250 people crowd open homesAgent says if he had 100 of these homes, he'd sell them all in a couple of weeks.16 Dec 07:30 AM
OneRoof‘When? What?’ - NZ’s top agents surprised as foreign buyer ban quietly reversed15 Dec 04:39 PM
Northland Age$19k for Northland charity ReSport Charitable Trust from golf tournamentNorthland's ReSport Charitable Trust gets some much-needed funds from a golf contest.07 Dec 03:00 PM
Northland AgeFrom crimson to gold: The hidden rainbow of pōhutukawa around the motuHawaiian ōhiʻa lehua shows the same family flowering from crimson to white.06 Dec 03:00 AM
Northland Age'People are visibly on edge': Dogs mauled woman in front yard attack One victim was airlifted to Whangārei Hospital with serious bite wounds.06 Dec 12:00 AM
Northland AgeFun family tradition: Pick-your-own Christmas trees selling fast at Crane RdThe Bird family now have more than 1000 Christmas trees growing on Crane Rd.05 Dec 10:00 PM
Northland AgeJudge reinstates Mariameno Kapa-Kingi's Te Pāti Māori membership The case was heard in the High Court at Wellington yesterday.05 Dec 03:17 AM
Northland AgeKaitāia Christmas event back on after last-minute lifeline from local grocerPak'nSave owner Doug Cochrane will cover the funding shortfall in full.05 Dec 03:00 AM
Northland AgeWhangārei A&P Show 2025: Farming boots, kauri roots and family funThe Whangārei A&P Show runs at Barge Park from 9am to 4.30pm on Saturday.04 Dec 11:00 PM
Northland AgeWoman accused of killing Kaitāia businessman Monty Knight appears in High CourtKnight, 80, died on November 16 and is remembered as a passionate community leader.04 Dec 09:05 PM
Northland AgeKaikohe school shuts and hundreds lose water after major pipe burstsFar North District Council hopes to restore Kaikohe water about noon.04 Dec 09:02 PM
Northland AgeJudge reserves decision as Mariameno Kapa-Kingi challenges expulsion in court The decision on the Māori Party's move is set to be made public tomorrow afternoon.04 Dec 05:40 AM
Northland AgeBoil water notice issued after E.coli detected in Far North town suppliesPeople at Paihia, Ōpua and Waitangi must boil tap water for at least a minute before use.04 Dec 02:15 AM
Northland AgeFar North news briefs - water upgrades ongoing, hapū strategy and injury arrestNews snippets from the Far North03 Dec 03:00 PM
The CountryThe Country: Who is the PM's Ag Person of the YearChristopher Luxon, Miles Hurrell, Jane Smith, Hunter McGregor, and Jim Hopkins. 17 Dec 12:43 AM
The CountryFun in the fields: Sunflower farm aims to offer a 'different' summer day out for familiesProceeds from cut flower sales will be donated to Starship Hospital.16 Dec 11:00 PM
The Country'Utterly disappointing': Gisborne politicians split over RMA reformsThe new planning system is expected to fully replace the Resource Management Act by 2027.16 Dec 10:19 PM
The Country'A great day' for Te Ruanui at Matawhero SaleyardsThe Brownlies of 'Kuri enjoyed a 100% sale – average of $1887, top price of $3800.16 Dec 10:14 PM
The Country'Dumb move': How a hunter misidentified target before fatal Stewart Island shooting16 Dec 09:35 PM
