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
New ZealandPolice name kayaker found dead after morning outing turns tragicMatthew Taylor, 29, was the father of three young children, police say.14 Aug 02:36 AM
Crime'Shocked and saddened': School staffer robbed by armed teens in broad daylightPolice said the public should remain vigilant and report suspicious behaviour in the area.12 Aug 03:11 AM
New ZealandBody of missing kayaker found in Northland searchThe man's overturned kayak was discovered near Marsden Point Rd.12 Aug 01:04 AM
New Zealand'It's unjust': Woman moved off Māori roll without her consentChala Chase now can't vote in Māori wards after being moved off the Māori roll.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandVolunteer firefighter's leukaemia battle sparks community supportEvan Vince, 74, has volunteered his spare time to the fire service for the past 10 years.08 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Staffing crisis': Schools roster students home amid teacher shortagesStaff sickness, leave, and a lack of relief teachers have put schools in a difficult spot.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It's the cost of surviving': MP slams Govt housing policy changes'Our mokopuna are being raised in the backseat of a car instead of a home.'06 Aug 06:11 PM
New ZealandChild dies after serious two-vehicle crash in KaikoheA family were travelling in one of the vehicles involved in this afternoon's crash.06 Aug 07:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthland College faces intervention after scathing ERO reportPrincipal Duane Allen emphasises ongoing efforts to address problems raised.04 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandEngineer honoured for leadership in empowering women in constructionArden Hermans founded Girls in Infrastructure to share how "cool" the industry is.04 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Holy cow!': Northland man finds $200k Lotto ticketA Northland man found an unclaimed $200,000 Lotto ticket in his glovebox.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKaipara councillor warns Northlanders face $4000-plus water ratesKaipara Council voted 6:2 to join Northland’s Local Water Done Well initiative.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'There is a danger': Strong currents, surges expected along NZ coastCoastal areas under threat include harbours, estuaries and small boats. 30 Jul 04:39 AM
New Zealand'It was a scary way to live': Housing battle ends for terminally ill manLogan faced ICU admissions and five helicopter transfers due to poor living conditions.27 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Don’t give up': Couple who went from the streets to a home share message of hope Hera and Lena Greaves are heartbroken by Kaitāia’s rising homelessness.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSky's the limit: Northland artists' creations illuminate NZ's tallest towerRangatahi from Te Kowhai Print Trust will see their art projected onto the Sky Tower.25 Jul 04:55 PM
New ZealandAccessible respite service offers unique relief for Northland familiesNorthlanders with disabilities no longer have to use hospitals or rest homes for respite.24 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'It was a huge eye-opener': How boating tragedy drives water safety advocateEsther Hone lost a friend in a South Island boating accident as a teenager.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice officer charged with dangerous driving causing death of teenAngel Riley died after her car hit a tree in Whangārei following a police pursuit.24 Jul 02:48 AM
New Zealand'I'm so proud': Teen's $48k scholarships pave way to universityTearohanui Chellew, 18, secured two scholarships totalling $48,000.24 Jul 01:00 AM
CrimeMachete-wielding youth allegedly threatens staff at convenience storeThe youths allegedly carried out the theft using two stolen vehicles.23 Jul 02:59 AM
Crime'Absolute stupidity': Power boss slams dangerous substation break-insOne break-in resulted in a forced power outage to 4500 customers in the Far North.23 Jul 02:20 AM
New ZealandLogging truck rolls, Far North road now openTraffic management is in place but delays are expected.23 Jul 01:26 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Charity's ambition to launch Northland's first fully accessible fishing boatThe boat will be refitted for people with disabilities and health challenges.22 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandFamily's heartbreak as pet sheep killed by dogs; council called out for delayed actionThe family was upset Animal Control didn't visit on the day.21 Jul 05:00 PM
