Latest from Dargaville

65yo motorcyclist killed in crash on State Highway 1 over the weekend

Police investigations say the cause of the crash was not like most involving motorbikes.

Person injured in Kaikohe house fire started by dryer

A man received minor injuries while escaping the fire at his home.

Electricity from huge Kaitāia solar farm now powering the country

It is New Zealand's largest solar farm.

'I feel so devastated': Mum loses everything in fire caused by home dryer

The mum passed emergency services but had no idea they were headed to her home.

Firefighters open up about their 25 years of service and receiving top honours

They were grateful for being recognised for the top honour.

First cruise ships to be welcomed to Whangārei next year

The ships arrive next year in what's set to be a boon for regional economic prosperity.

Baby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'

Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.

Some Kaipara road slips from February storms could take three years to fix

There are 71 slips still impacting Kaipara roads after multiple severe weather events.

Two people with critical injuries in hospital after serious crash

Pair with critical injuries hospitalised after serious crash.

Whangārei Fight Night: Trish Vaka gets boxing gloves back on after four-year hiatus

Northland Kauri player on the Wahine Toa II double world champion card.

Four players from across the North Island share Lotto jackpot

The Powerball was not struck and will rollover to a life-changing $8 million on Saturday.

Expert tracker Fawn: The latest addition to the police force

Police dog Fawn leading the way for the police force with its tracking expertise.

Well-known businessman takes out the Business Hall of Fame award

The Northland Business Excellence Awards winners have been announced.

SPCA - warn your neighbours, keep your own pets calm over Guy Fawkes

The festivities often traumatise pets, cattle and wild animals.

'It’s Pipiwai Hard all the way. Lani Daniels ready to add second world title belt to her locker

'I'll be sending her back with a blood nose - and no title.'

People urged to stay away from Great Exhibition Bay following possible explosive device found

The NZ Defence Force is working with police to safely detonate the explosive.

Marsden Cove business owners raise safety concerns after alleged aggravated robbery

Police say they have no tolerance for those causing harm in Northland communities.

Two Kaipara coast campgrounds need new managers

Many memories have been made at beach campgrounds over the years.