New Zealand'I could have died': Survivor relives trauma after third crossing crash in six monthsThe crash came after a July protest over the crossing, called the city's most dangerous.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North ‘in crisis’: Calls grow for mandatory dog desexingFar North euthanasia rates are high because of aggressive, unrehomable dogs.18 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimePublic figure in court: Interim name suppression granted in assault allegationThe charge relates to an alleged assault in Whangārei on Monday.17 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Making strides - Northland teen's dog walking venture takes offKymani Exshaw started The Dogfather service in Kerikeri for local dogs.16 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandFood rescue milestone: Northland charity delivers 1m kg of kai to hungry homesWhakaora Kai has redistributed tonnes of food in Northland since 2017.14 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsChris Bishop flags Northland housing crisis, expressway progressNorthland housing deprivation was a key issue for the minister "of nearly everything". 12 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Political violence': Candidate's roadside sign blasted with shotgunOther candidates standing for elections in Northland report death threats and damage.12 Sep 06:00 AM
CrimeElderly couple tricked into handing over bank cards not the only people at risk: NetsafeOnly 17% of scam victims in New Zealand ever recover their stolen money.11 Sep 05:30 AM
Kahu'First redress': Crown move signals shift in Ngāpuhi settlement talksKororipo Pā in Kerikeri is to be returned to Ngāpuhi in time for Waitangi Day 2026.11 Sep 01:37 AM
New ZealandConflict at Northland Regional Council top table investigatedTui Shortland and Geoff Crawford resolve matters directly after complaints are dismissed.09 Sep 12:00 AM
New Zealand'More important than ever': Push for money talks to boost financial literacyA recent report showed only 23% of Kiwis rate their financial knowledge as 'excellent'.07 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAnimal rescuers say 'ugly' culture of chaining dogs a 'tragedy waiting to happen'Animal rescuers says dogs are treated as possessions rather than family in Northland.04 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime'Zero tolerance': Grenade and meth bust at Whangārei homeTwo people face court tomorrow over unlawful possession charges.04 Sep 07:00 AM
CrimePolice catch teen biker after 'catch me if ya can' tauntA 14-year-old challenged police online, leading to his capture in Whangārei.04 Sep 05:16 AM
New Zealand'Fun challenge': Shy Northlander excels in bikini competitionsChloe Mackay won the bikini novice category at the ICN Hawkes Bay Championships.02 Sep 11:00 PM
Crime'Peddling misery': Police bust meth supply in Northland operationNine have been charged so far in the sweeping operation. 02 Sep 02:00 AM
Crime'What I did was terrible': Farmhand who killed his boss reflects on fatal shooting Craig Ross killed Kaikohe dairy farmer Robert Green while he was eating dinner.01 Sep 06:04 AM
New ZealandWhangārei ED meeting national targets but challenges remain, doctor warnsLeaked data shows Whangārei Hospital was above the national average.01 Sep 05:30 AM
New ZealandPolice name man who died in Northland crash Police say inquiries into the crash are continuing.31 Aug 09:42 PM
New ZealandTragic drowning gives autistic teen new impetus for anti-bullying talksSantos Cachay, 16, lost his father earlier this month when he drowned while fishing.31 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Woke block': Councillors respond to alleged comments by outgoing Deputy Mayor Halses' comments were published in Letterbox newsletter on August 10. 28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandJealousy led to woman murdering cousin, assaulting partner at Far North holiday parkKaytee Ngaire Tahau, 48, admitted murdering her cousin Saralee Moke in April 2024.25 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeCop in court facing charge over teen's deathOfficer A is accused of dangerous driving, causing the death of Angel Riley of Whangārei.22 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Hell, she’s after them!' Kiwi filmed snacking on worms after being hit by carThe female North Island brown kiwi was hit by a car about 11pm on Friday night.20 Aug 11:00 PM
Crime'Vicious-looking': Dogs that mauled man to death also allegedly turned on owner'He had to go in the water to try and drown them to get them off him,' friend tells court.19 Aug 07:03 AM
New ZealandCrews called to overnight blaze in WhangāreiThe fire started around 3.18am in Maunu.18 Aug 06:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInternal NZ Police email sparks racism accusation, Northland exodus blamed on culture An anonymous officer has revealed an email accidentally sent to all Northland staff.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand89-year-old speaks from hospital after confrontation with man he chased on farm at 3amKaikohe's John Coleman was a New Zealander of the Year nominee for a pā gift to Māori.17 Aug 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'Absolute piece of brilliance': Celebrity chef Al Brown raves about Whangārei bakery Brown has started a video series trying a Hikurangi bakery's goods. 17 Aug 04:50 PM
New Zealand'The best of all worlds': Lifelong campers embrace Far North havenThe Lloyds camp at Houhora Heads every year, sometimes for months.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Last resort': More schools struggle as teacher illness forces students homeWhangārei Boys' High had 20 teaching staff unwell, forcing Year 12s to be rostered home.14 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeLegal issue halts trial for Northland man accused of rape, bestiality with cowsA three-week trial in Whangārei District Court ended abruptly on its fourth day. 14 Aug 04:53 AM
Crime'Great result': Two arrested, stolen laptop recovered in Onerahi robbery caseThe stolen bag contained a laptop with irreplaceable university material.14 Aug 03:06 AM
KahuKaipara council’s $52,000 report condemned as ‘anti-Maori'Mayor Craig Jepson claimed the report clarified council obligations and could save money.14 Aug 03:00 AM
