New ZealandAfter long battle with neck cancer Whangārei,-based Social Credit leader Chris Leitch diesHe campaigned tirelessly till the end.20 Jan 02:03 AM
New ZealandRussell or Kororāreka? People on the street offer mixed viewsWe gave people four options for the town's name. Here's what they said.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead in Paparoa crash: State Highway 12 reopensTwo vehicles crashed on a section of State Highway 12 around 2pm today.19 Jan 02:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFormer PM backs proposal to restore Russell’s original nameLord John Russell, its current namesake, was a British politician who never visited NZ.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson dead after car and tractor go up in flames at rural sectionA car and tractor were fully ablaze when multiple fire crews arrived to the scene.18 Jan 02:13 AM
New ZealandFireball's spectacular night-sky show seen from Auckland to Cape Reinga'It was a huge ball of orange that appeared in the sky all of a sudden.'17 Jan 08:49 PM
New ZealandIt's part of your problem: Restaurant owner to seek compensation from councilSovrano Estate restaurant plans to seek compensation after council delayed liquor licence.17 Jan 05:05 PM
New ZealandNorthland teacher's registration cancelled for child sex abuse images convictionThe Teaching Council of New Zealand says its priority is to protect children.17 Jan 01:27 AM
KahuWaitangi hui could set way forward for Ngāpuhi hapūMassive Waitangi Tribunal report calls on Crown to rework NZ's constitutional framework.13 Jan 04:00 PM
KahuMāori wardens on the cards for KaitaiaDiscussions have begun to get Māori wardens back on the streets.12 Jan 10:54 PM
New ZealandNorthland boy, 14, seriously hurt in firearm incidentThe injured boy is due to undergo surgery at Starship Hospital in Auckland today.12 Jan 10:04 PM
New ZealandDaughter killed after car rolls on to tent: Coroner’s concern over police investigationReport questions police investigation and conflicting evidence about car's handbrake.12 Jan 06:27 PM
New ZealandWoman told she was too young to get cancer now battling to liveHollie Welsh, 33, found out she had less than a year to live.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s complete incompetence': Restaurant owners may have to sell after council bungles liquor licenceA delayed liquor licence has forced owner to put business on market.11 Jan 04:00 PM
BusinessNew tech could save lives - or swamp emergency services with false alarmsNew iPhone feature automatically calls 111 with a GPS location if it detects a car crash.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I could see its teeth': Spearfisherman fends off 4-metre-long sharkSteven King is no stranger to wild water encounters, but this was a bit close for comfort.09 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I’ve caught a whale': Fisherman shares 'absolutely unreal' encounterNorthlander Steven King's encounter wasn't the first time he's caught a whale.07 Jan 08:10 PM
New ZealandTragic start to 2023 as two die in Northland crashVehicle hitting tree claims two lives in Ahipara, Far North03 Jan 06:57 PM
New Zealand‘They’re driving out in droves’: Campground exodus ahead of storm as Civil Defence urges cautionIt was looking like the best summer in three years - until this week.03 Jan 04:42 AM
Lifestyle'Don't make resolutions': Seniors share their top tips for a cracking New YearFrom what to ditch to what you should focus on, these seniors know it all.01 Jan 12:25 AM
New ZealandHome threatened by Whangaroa wildfire; boat destroyed by blaze at WaitangiScrub fire likely suspicious, cause still under investigation.29 Dec 05:22 AM
New ZealandFire under control after threatening homes in Far NorthFirefighters battled blaze at Whangaroa, Northland, with one home evacuated.29 Dec 04:13 AM
New ZealandWhangārei crash Northland's second fatality of Christmas/New Year HolidayPolice were called to Puna Rere Drive where the crash happened around 8.50pm.27 Dec 10:01 PM
New ZealandSummer freedom campers expected to head to regionA significant number of visitors are expected this summer.27 Dec 07:13 PM
New ZealandFamily heartbroken to lose 70 years of memories in homestead fireThe family were smoking fish on a barbecue when the fire started.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand18yo woman killed in Christmas Eve car crash had the ‘biggest heart’, sister saysJacinda Sione-Lauaki, known as Cinda, was on a way to paving a better life for herself.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Instinct' helps i-Site Paihia staff save British tourist's lifeTwo visitor info consultants didn't hesitate to put their first aid skills into action.24 Dec 11:03 PM
New ZealandFar North water incident: One person found deceased at Matauri BayThe two callouts occurred on the same stretch coast at virtually the same time.22 Dec 02:14 AM
KahuThree Waters: Northland leaders worried small settlements will miss outThree Waters reforms may leave out small Northland communities - regional council leaders.21 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleBroken down bride hitches ride with policeLocal police officer helped a bride make it down the aisle after wedding hits speed bump.21 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeWoman appears in Whangārei court charged with being an accessory after the fact to murderWoman charged after Onerahi homicide appears in court21 Dec 01:24 AM
New ZealandNo call yet on whether Three Waters HQ will be in Northland or AucklandSome roles will be able to work effectively from anywhere.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Absolute heroes’ drag trio from fiery crash, Corvette destroyedPolice, firefighters plead with drivers to slow down as Northland toll hits 35.20 Dec 04:16 AM
New Zealand‘Absolutely nuts’: Angler lands 464.5kg marlin after 10-hour battleSkipper said Tuydor’s monumental effort was the greatest he’d seen in the angler's chair.19 Dec 06:49 PM
