New ZealandLife as a mixed-race New Zealander explored in Kaitāia man Mike Bentley's poetryThe new book focuses on life as a Palagi-Samoan Kiwi.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Track closure extended, Daffodil Day, education hui and flood planNews snippets from around the Far North.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMangamuka highway job forced to go at snail’s pace for urgent repairsAn urgent repair job doesn't hold up Mangamuka repair work.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North Cook Islanders mark language week in KaitāiaHomeland's culture and identity are celebrated in style.12 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandKawakawa, Moerewa and Ōtiria get multi-million dollar schemes to prevent devastating floodsThe Kawakawa Deflection Bank and Ōtiria-Moerewa Spillway formally open to prevent floods.11 Aug 11:27 PM
New ZealandTaniwha couldn’t break the hoodoo, but it wasn't a standard defeatThe visitors made a staggering 124 tackles by halftime compared with Canterbury’s 42.11 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandNew $38m Kerikeri aged care facility ‘asset to the community’The new care home has been finished — what's it like inside?11 Aug 08:28 PM
New ZealandHard to get to, but Cape Brett Hut open for stays with stunning Bay of Islands viewsThe Cape Brett Hut in the Bay of Islands reopens for public bookings after major repairs.11 Aug 08:17 PM
New ZealandCamellia enthusiasts put up an impressive floral show in WhangāreiWhangārei Camellia Show saw hundreds turn up to enjoy the floral experience.11 Aug 07:48 PM
New ZealandTaimahi Trust showcasing its model supporting people with disabilitiesTaimahi Trust has a produce shop, kitchen and greenhouses, plus big plans for expansion.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The system is broken': Long waits to see GPs now impacting hospitalsEven Health Minister Shane Reti admits he struggles to get a doctor's appointment.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPoverty and struggles: Northland writer features gritty side of the Far NorthCrime writer Catherine Lea explains why her books are now set in the Far North.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We didn’t expect this': Whangārei couple's identical triplets mean seven kids under sevenWhangārei couple's triplets expand family to nine09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDargaville residents "terrified and frustrated" by noisy burnouts'Everyone including my wife and me is terrified.'09 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'It’s really tough for our whānau': Schools requesting charity aid as cost of living bitesSchools are doing their bit to help while families struggle to afford the basics.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice working hard to uncover details behind death of Jo Sione-LauakiAn investigation into the unexplained death of the Dargaville woman is continuing.08 Aug 04:40 AM
New ZealandMangawhai Surf Club signs agreement with council to fix major slipFunds have been found and repair work could begin in October.07 Aug 08:14 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - Kaitāia book launch, council on the move and emergency services' pleaNews snippets from the Far North.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandBay of Islands cruise season to pump $25m into economy to delight of businesses130,000 cruise ship passengers welcomed to Bay of Islands this season.07 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandRelocation company apologises after house slides off trailer and blocks Northland RdKaiwaka road closed for eight hours after house slips from trailer.06 Aug 11:22 PM
New ZealandKaipara District Council votes to disestablish Māori wardMayor Craig Jepson said he was elated at the decision.06 Aug 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Violent and aggressive behaviour': Northland retailers face challenging timesRetail crime is increasing in Northland - so what are police doing about it?06 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The foundation people need': Māori mum in search of the perfect school fitShe's only 3, but Arita-Jay's mum is already looking for the perfect school.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Smash a highway through it': Northland residents want voices heard on Brynderwyns bypassNorthlanders fear NZTA routes bypassing the Brynderwyns will cut through their community.06 Aug 05:00 AM
KahuMāori leader calls for Kaipara mayor’s resignation over Māori ward moveDame Naida Glavish says push to scrap Māori ward is unacceptable.05 Aug 11:12 PM
New ZealandNature-loving family design home nestled among native forestArchitectural designer Brett Hulley designed his home with their lifestyle in mind.05 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - Fuel study in pipeline, ute seized after deathNews snippets from the Far North.05 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKaitāia water tank scheme for Te HIku homes looking for new apprentices after 100th tank installed100th water tank installed at Te HIku home by Far North initiative.05 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandFar North teen allegedly used red and blue lights to stop women motoristsTeen arrested for impersonating police by using red and blue flashing lights.04 Aug 10:28 PM
New Zealand'A nightmare': Vacancies leave schools scrambling to fill rolesPrincipals say it's due to a lack of support from Government for the sector04 Aug 07:13 PM
New Zealand‘I apologise to patients every day’: Northlanders suffer as health crisis takes holdPatients are being misdiagnosed, face hours of travel for treatment or can't see a GP.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandJane Mander Village resident recalls Olympics of the pastFamilies were proudly cheering them on back home.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Little old Whangārei' dancers to battle it out at World Hip-hop ChampsIt's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many of the 27 talented dancers.02 Aug 05:46 AM
KahuKaipara council poised to become first to can Māori wardMayor Craig Jepson said he would be voting to remove the ward.02 Aug 05:04 AM
