New ZealandCape Brett hut airlift and slips force DoC closures in peak summer periodNine trampers paid for their own rescue flight after slips cut off Cape Brett.20 Jan 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly popular': Northland mourns much-loved teacher and sportsmanHarry Darkins taught in Whangārei for 14 years and recently moved to Auckland to teach.20 Jan 02:09 AM
New ZealandCape Brett track safety fears after diverted route forces trampers into deep waterWalkers now face steep steps to Oke Bay and tidal rock crossings on the route.18 Jan 04:09 AM
New ZealandWidespread damage across Northland after torrential rain leaves region flooded17 Jan 11:23 PM
New Zealand'Significant flooding': Townships cut off, power out and homes underwater in Northland17 Jan 08:25 PM
PremiumLifestyleMind-blowing opulence, 'terrifying' owners: The secret world of NZ superyacht workers29 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fishing fury – Matt Watson blasts Shane Jones and his 'mates' over rule changesCommercial fishing firms suggested many of the 19 proposed new rules.25 Dec 04:00 PM
Travel newsNorthland's Muri Whenua has total fire ban as area dries outAll fires banned in fire-risk Far North area.22 Dec 11:13 PM
Crime'This is non-negotiable': Minister clashes with health officials over youth suicide deathsTe Whatu Ora says a coroner's recommendations are unfeasible, but the minister disagrees.20 Dec 04:32 AM
New ZealandPolice wrongly abandoned ketch, unsafely transported cuffed men during flawed rescue at sea: IPCA The IPCA found police left Jabe Carey’s $250,000 yacht home to drift and vanish.17 Dec 09:12 PM
New ZealandNorthland woman finds 94kg turtle washed up on beachTwo turtles wash up on a Far North beach in two weeks.17 Dec 03:00 AM
LifestyleInside Dame Kiri’s summer Christmas: Crayfish, grandkids and a new Song QuestBring on the big day … our soprano has a song in her heart and someone to spoil.14 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandHow Northland creatives are turning Black Friday into something uniquely KiwiHelena Bay Gallery showcases works from more than 150 New Zealand artists.27 Nov 05:14 PM
New ZealandRenowned author Helme Heine dies in Russell aged 84The German moved to New Zealand in 1990 and became part of the artistic community.22 Nov 12:39 AM
EducationEast Auckland school mourns principal’s death after cancer battleHe led Pakūranga College from 2009 until his retirement in early 2024.20 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland holiday park ditches TVs to help guests switch off and spot kiwiGuests can hear kiwi calls and may spot the native bird after dark.18 Nov 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Fully open': Brynderwyn Hills complete after crews beat the clockThe planned second SH1 closure from November 20 to 23 is no longer needed.17 Nov 10:00 PM
New Zealand'I just sat there and cried': Woman smashes teeth in power outageMelissa Wihongi lost four front teeth after hitting her mouth in the blackout.15 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandRats, leaks and overcrowded wards show strain at Whangārei HospitalNurses say a store cupboard is used for care, but an upgrade is at least six years away.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Major issue’: Charity urges food security solution after foodbank closureThe Kerikeri foodbank's shuttering has left local whānau struggling for kai.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'The best defence is immunisation': Measles outbreak continues to growHealth officials say Kiwis aged 32 to 56 are likely to need a second MMR vaccination.31 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandThe ‘loving lie’ that helped calm a father with dementiaKerikeri’s Maria Nicol helped care for both her parents as they lived with dementia.27 Oct 05:13 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Youth with intellectual disabilities chart new course on iconic Northland shipNine Blomfield School students took part in the four-day All Hands on Deck voyage.26 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertySurprise find under 153-year-old Auckland university buildingA well dating back to the 1800s and a stone plaque were found during building restoration.20 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland man arrested after arms, drugs found during searchThe arrested man is due to appear in Kaikohe District Court on October 28.14 Oct 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Huge loss': Tributes flow for NZ's James and Isey film star who died at 106The beloved kuia from James and Isey has died peacefully at her Kawakawa home.14 Oct 04:30 AM
TravelCape Brett hike: The brutal, beautiful track worth every stepThe Cape Brett Track offers stunning views of cliffs and a historic lighthouse.01 Oct 06:26 AM
New ZealandMeasles warning after Bay of Islands school show identified as exposure siteNorthland’s childhood vaccination rate is the country’s lowest, at 62%.30 Sep 04:16 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMind-blowing opulence, 'terrifying' owners: The secret world of NZ superyacht workersPrivilege, romance, and dark secrets are all part of life above and below deck.30 Sep 12:27 AM
