New ZealandNorthland freediver dies in Far North from suspected drowningPolice suspected the man, who had health conditions, had drowned.25 Aug 10:06 PM
New ZealandRoar-some surprise at vaccination clinicPeople were surprised to see the four dinosaurs stroll into a Ruakākā vaccination centre.25 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMaskless woman arrested after coughing on police officerWoman, 31, and man, 27, were arrested after an incident at a Far North petrol station.25 Aug 04:10 AM
New ZealandHelicopter joins battle against blaze in Whangārei HeadsThe last update about the fire's size showed it had grown to 150m-by-150m.25 Aug 03:54 AM
New ZealandMangawhai road blocks frustrating locals caught off guard - 'this is getting out of hand'Police confirmed a check point in Mangawhai was stopping residents from heading north.24 Aug 11:18 PM
New ZealandKaipara Mayor to Govt: Don't drop our alert levelOnly matter of time Delta variant is in Northland - Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith24 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: Northland police issue fines to lockdown rulebreakersPeople still flouting lockdown rules, Northland police say.24 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDelta outbreak: Fatal crash triggers reminder from policePolice are frustrated motorists continue to make non-essential journeys despite lockdown.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationKamo High School targets Christmas break to begin new buildKamo High School's new build construction works are planned to start in term 2 of 2022.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland police at scene of fatal crash in Peria, Far NorthThe crash is believed to have occurred prior to it being reported to police this morning.22 Aug 08:32 PM
New ZealandLocals close idyllic beach, call out lockdown breakersOnly two people so far have refused to leave.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKaitaia pair arrested after supermarket face mask fracasCharges are threatening behaviour, disorderly behaviour, not following Covid-19 direction.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandOops ... Alleged car thief accidentally takes off with Covid test swabThe incident occurred as a patient was being escorted to Whangārei Hospital.20 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuResurgence of traditional Māori healing sees Rongoā Clinic openNDHB worked with community to co-design delivery as an integral health service.19 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandPolice turning back holidaymakersCompliance with level 4 rules 'good' as police keep up their visibility around Northland.19 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest more lockdown protesters, non-mask wearersThe arrests took place in Christchurch and Kaitaia.19 Aug 05:58 AM
New Zealand'Selfish, appalling': Aucklanders slammed for lockdown exodusUp to 500 cars an hour seen heading north after lockdown announced.18 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuBlue Light Course steers teen towards Defence Force careerPhinesse Henare-Wineti of Topuni was voted Peers' Choice and found the course inspiring.15 Aug 01:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPortia Woodman reveals what's next in life, love, family and rugbyNorthland rugby powerhouse Portia Woodman is still adjusting to winning Olympic gold.14 Aug 12:00 AM
KahuHundertwasser Memorial Park celebrated at design awardsNorthland building wins multiple awards at regional Architectural Design Awards.13 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeNorthland police seek sightings of black van linked to attempted robbery in ŌpuaA man escaped with minor injuries following an attempted robbery in the Bay of Islands.13 Aug 01:03 AM
New ZealandNorthland police unjustified in fatal pursuit, IPCA findsNorthland's top cop accepted the IPCA's findings into the "unjustified" pursuit.12 Aug 12:15 AM
New Zealand'Killer' corgis form part of feral dog problem in Far NorthFar North authorities must act before a wild dog mauls or kills a human, says a local.09 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandCar and truck collide in Otaika seriously injuring a childEmergency services are at the scene of a car versus logging truck in Whangārei.08 Aug 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhangārei list MP Shane Reti wants all parties to support his cancer medicines members billWhangārei list MP Dr Shane Reti hopes all MPs will support his Private Members Bill08 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuWhat's cooking: Interview with new Waitangi Treaty Grounds chef Aaron StottWaitangi Treaty Grounds executive chef Aaron Stott reveals what will soon be on the menu.07 Aug 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuStudents learn about collaboration and environmental sustainabilityStudents plant 1500 native trees to protect the harbour and habitat for native birds.06 Aug 05:00 PM
EducationWhangārei's newly formed charity Children With Disability has inclusive projects in pipelineWhangārei charity Children With Disability kicks off with the launch of The Fun-tastic 7.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Te Runanga-a-iwi o Ngāpuhi leader Sonny Tau charged with indecent assaultFormer Te Runanga-a-iwi o Ngāpuhi Chair Raniera "Sonny" Tau facing indecent assault charge05 Aug 07:25 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeMeet the Whangārei patrol taking on youth crime: 'My plans are not to slow down'Facebook posts about crime in Whangārei drove two bouncers to take action of their own.04 Aug 06:00 PM
KahuNorthland Māori artists produce 46-metre long mural for hospital's mental health unitWhangārei Hospital's Tumanako Mental Health Unit gets light from new mural.04 Aug 05:00 PM
Sailing'Stoked': Far North reacts to Tuke's Olympic medalMayor, council considering how to celebrate Woodman, Tuke's successes in Tokyo.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimePolice: Social media may have formed a perception of increasing aggravated robberiesAggravated robberies in Whangārei declined over the last five years, reveals Police data.02 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandStudents evacuated after person armed with knife seen on school groundsThe lockdown was lifted and students evacuated to a sports field around 12.05pm.02 Aug 12:26 AM
