New ZealandPM's Waitangi opponent steps downNgapuhi elder Kingi Taurua has claimed responsibility for the Prime Minister's no-show at Waitangi Day commemorations in the Bay of Islands.12 Apr 10:41 PM
New ZealandPatients call for cannabisA Northland family believe a lack of funding for medicinal marijuana is preventing people from applying for permission to use the drug.10 Apr 08:40 PM
New ZealandFirefighters lift car off trapped driverFirefighters had to lift a car off a man who was thrown halfway out of the driver's window and trapped under the vehicle when it crashed.07 Apr 10:00 PM
TravelBay of Islands: On top of the worldGoing walkabout is a great way to experience the winterless north, says Donna McIntyre.27 Sep 01:22 AM
TravelBest way to spend a Kiwi summerTime to start planning her next beach holiday at Te Ngaere, says Sarah Ell.21 Aug 07:00 PM
TravelPaihia: Kayaks and kicksAn upstream river paddle is fun and games on a budget for all the family, writes Rob Cox.12 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelBay of Islands: Polishing off PaihiaCatherine Smith discovers a vibrant dining scene in the gastronomic capital of Northland.13 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandPolice chase turns into hospital escort'If you're using this excuse for speeding, you'd better be pregnant,' said a police officer who chased a car - but found the driver had good reason to be fast.19 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Totally unprepared' hikers slammedUp to $10,000 of taxpayers' money was spent on a rescue in Northland over the weekend for a group of Aucklanders "who were not in real danger", police say.21 Dec 11:13 PM
New ZealandPrincipal struck off over relationshipThe principal of a Far North Maori language school has been censured and struck off for having an inappropriate relationship with a student.23 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandIwi to limit access to 90 Mile BeachFar North iwi say they plan to limit access to Ninety Mile Beach for cars and tour buses after their Treaty agreement is passed into law.05 Nov 12:12 AM
TravelHokianga: Timeless RaweneDeep within the Hokianga is a quiet settlement adrift from the rat race, writes Hannah Sperber.31 Oct 08:00 PM
TravelThe best of the mysterious HokiangaBe sure to check out these terrific spots next time you're up north.31 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelKia ora: MangonuiThis coastal town serves up more than scrummy fish and chips, writes Elisabeth Easther.09 Oct 08:30 PM
TravelNorthland: The boys are out of townA great boys' trip up north is about golf and sleep not babes and beach for family man Rob Cox.25 Sep 12:00 AM
TravelMaking great strides in the Bay of IslandsElisabeth Easther visited Russell for a sneak preview of the Bay of Islands Walking Weekend and found a wealth of wanders on offer.12 Sep 08:30 PM
New ZealandMan accused of drugging backpackersA Northland man who allegedly drugged male tourists before indecently assaulting them has appeared in court today.10 Sep 06:02 AM
New ZealandPostwoman shot while making roundsA wounded postwoman is believed to have been accidentally shot with a pellet gun while making her rounds in Northland yesterday morning.07 Sep 04:08 AM
New ZealandFatal fire after negotiationsA specialist police squad negotiated with a man in a rural Far North home for about four hours before he was found dead in a house fire caused by an explosive device.01 Sep 06:55 AM
New ZealandRaw: Aerial footage of Kaeo floodingAn nzherald.co.nz reader's video of flooding in Kaeo. Courtesy YouTube/mrmacaWatch12 Jul 11:47 PM
New ZealandThe project that gave a voice100 low-income families were asked what they needed to get out of poverty. Here are their answers.10 Jul 08:05 PM
TravelBay of Islands: Winging it in RussellThe sky is the limit as a Northland town turns on the charm for a winter festival, writes Elisabeth Easther.21 Jun 12:00 AM
LifestyleMembers' clubsDanielle Wright discovers clubs happy to welcome you in out of the cold.30 May 07:00 PM
TravelGoing up north for a whileEwan McDonald completes a personal triathlon in the Far North.10 May 03:00 AM
TravelKia ora: HouhoraElisabeth Easther is tempted to stay in Northland's big-game fishing golden spot.27 Mar 08:30 PM
New ZealandFour helicopters fight big blaze in Far NorthA huge fire at Taheke, in South Hokianga, is likely to take days and cost tens of thousands of dollars to put out.13 Mar 09:30 PM
