New ZealandMayor backs hapū in Bay of Islands marina battleA hapū and many community members oppose the fast-tracking of Waipiro Bay Marina plans.08 May 04:35 AM
New Zealand‘Wonderful’ initiative: Sailors gather ocean data in climate effortTwenty-five sailors met in Ōpua on May 2 for the Pacific Rally.08 May 02:37 AM
New ZealandNorthland weather alert: Heavy rain, strong winds, thunderstormsMetService has issued an orange Heavy Rain Warning for Friday until 6pm.07 May 11:45 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs - Navigation bylaw, Battle of Te Kāhika honoured and art on showNews snippets from the Far North07 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandDo your bit for Northland Rescue Chopper AppealAfter almost 1000 missions in Northland last year rescue helicopter appeal starts.07 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North soldier-firefighter spends summer on frozen continentFar North soldier Nathan Laurie is back from 24/7 sunshine and -30C in Antarctica.07 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandRecord rainfall for parts of Northland in sodden AprilWet wet wet! April was one of Northland's wettest on record.07 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North flood prevention scheme proves its worthFlood protection works saves Far North homes from further flooding07 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand80-year-old kuia at coalface of Northland's meth crisis as iwi works on planNgāpuhi leader Mane Tahere says we all need to join the fight against the meth crisis.07 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Slap in the face': Northland leaders condemn pay equity changesLeaders say the Govt move is 'a step backwards' and will have a 'huge impact' on workers.07 May 03:30 AM
New ZealandFormer Northland nurse celebrates 100th with thanks from Health NZEileen Davidson was just a teenager when she started nurse training at Whangārei Hospital.07 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly fortunate': No injuries after car flies into house at high speedWhangārei District Council said it has applied for funding to cover safety improvements.06 May 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Decades of experience' – Craig Heatley company, Hoppers plan $220m marinaA forecast 140 jobs are to be created over 30 years if plans are allowed to proceed.06 May 02:00 AM
Crime'I’m going to kill us both': Man smashed into stationary truck after hearing break-up newsThe toxic relationship ended with the defendant and his now ex both needing surgery.05 May 11:50 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs – water restrictions end, robbery arrests and tourism boostNews snippets from the Far North.05 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandSweetwater Project: Far North councillor Mate Radich wants judicial reviewThe Far North's controversial water project needs a High Court review, a councillor says.05 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Massive impact for us': Hapū oppose marina plan going through Fast Track processThe hapū want the project to go through the RMA for community input.05 May 01:09 AM
New ZealandNorthland welcomes new rescue helicoptersThe air rescue service is adding three new helicopters to its fleet, replacing old models.05 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Alarming rate': Rising food prices drive increased need for aidSalvation Army Whangārei now helps 80 households weekly with food parcels.04 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Community needs to buy-in to meth crackdownOPINION: Northland has NZ's highest meth consumption, with 2000mg per day per 1000 people.03 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A great idea' Experts back new school finance curriculumFinancial literacy will be taught in NZ schools from next year.02 May 07:48 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Travellers' thriving tree business that grew from the back of a vanMegyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH1 over Far North's Mangamukas open again after latest slip clearedContractors have cleared the second of two slips that closed the road.02 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandPolice Minister wants crackdown on Northland gangs, dirt bike ridersMark Mitchell heard about key crime problems in Northland, and offered some solutions.02 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandKaikohe's Whata Kai social supermarket providing hope to manyNew social supermarket opens to help iwi feed dozens of families.02 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandArmed Offenders Squad swarm Kawakawa overnight after aggravated robberyPolice say two men arrived at a property carrying firearms and demanded a vehicle. 01 May 09:46 PM
New Zealand'Overwhelming' support: Doctors strike for hospital and GP crisisDr Gary Payinda says 200,000 people are waiting to see specialists.01 May 03:15 AM
New ZealandMangamuka Gorge closure: SH1 expected to reopen on Friday after latest slip clearedThe road has been closed twice in three days due to two slips.01 May 03:07 AM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - Bay dog show, doctors to strike and motor industry meetNews snippets from the Far North30 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhangaroa RSA centenary celebratedA new book commemorates 100 years of the Whangaroa RSA building.30 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandBay of Islands Pony Club - the country's oldest - turning 75BOI Pony Club marking 75 years of education in riding and horse care.30 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandFrom drought to deluge: Record rainfall troubles Northland communitiesApril's rain in Whangārei reached 402mm, breaking records held since 1943.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up - Rising leaders: Northland's Youth MPs aim to bring changeNorthland's Youth MPs are preparing to make a difference in Parliament.30 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandFar North orchard burglary sees hapless thieves steal dodgy dieselTainted fuel stolen from Far North orchard could ruin vehicles that use it 29 Apr 11:13 PM