The right to privacy is wielded like a shield, though not always for the greater good.

Quite how could Mapua move to Golden Bay without anyone else noticing?

Ayla's journey from school drop out to best in the country for taxation studies.

Community group unveils ambitious plans for recreational and social activities.

Kaitaia rest home faces a 20 per cent increase on its Mercury power bill next year.

Archaeological dig finds remains of 12 young British soldiers and sailors at Ruapekapeka

Live poultry makes an ideal gift, although wrapping it may prove a challenge.

The future's not looking bright for women taking up sports, is it?

Thriving ecosystem awaits trampers well off the beaten track in the Puketi Forest.

Part of a 147-year-old shipwreck has been returned to Te Kohanga (Shipwreck Bay)

The rangatahi will be guests of honour at one of the world's biggest kite festivals

A reader is devastated after three cars are broken into at a Takahue waterhole

Matt King has only been an MP a few weeks but should already be learning a key lesson

Rawene, Kerikeri campuses to be "rested" in 2018

A warning against collecting shellfish now includes Hokianga Harbour north to Tauroa Point

Part of a 147-year-old shipwreck has been returned to Te Kohanga (Sshipwreck Bay)

Australian judge admitted circumstances surrounding case of Pono Aperahama were tragic.

Several crews are at the scene on Maropiu Settlement Rd, north of Dargaville.

Police officer who was once shot at during a high-speed car chase dies during camp.

The Forest Owners' Association has taken a strong stand on pay rate breaches.

Kaitaia GP Dr Lance O'Sullivan is on a New Zealander of the Year shortlist.

Draconian alcohol levels won't do a bit to stop drunken driving, says a reader.

Film production company FINCH is about to begin making a movie - and needs a star.

Former Taipa Area School head boy Ezekiel (Zeke) Raui will add to his collection of awards

Two people are to be prosecuted after a "quick patrol" at Tauroa Point uncovered poachers.

It's been years since Te Oneroa a Tohe Beach Board was formed we don't have a beach plan.

Spring is now turning into a busy summer and Christmas is approaching at break-neck speed.

The Northland DHB's Public Health Unit has issued warnings not to collect or eat shellfish

Dairy cows are breaking milk records, according to the latest national dairy statistics.

Far North athletes ended up stealing the limelight from their Whangarei counterparts.