New ZealandWaikato Warehouse stores make switch to solar powerThe Warehouse is using a quarter of the power produced by the solar farm.18 Feb 10:44 PM
New ZealandStation Rd reopened following closure after gas leak in WhangāreiThe road has been closed to traffic from Kamo Rd to the intersection with Farmer St.18 Feb 10:27 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from Northland - Penguins moulting, serious crash injury and surfer hospitalisedNews snippets from Northland.18 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTyre store completely destroyed in fire, health warnings issuedFire and emergency has asked locals nearby to stay indoors.14 Feb 01:15 AM
New ZealandPolice appeal for information on Matauri Bay road death in Far NorthNorthland beach community road death sparks call from people for help09 Feb 01:35 AM
New ZealandOverseas company spends $25m on 1800ha of Northland farmland for forestry'We really need to be looking at what is the long-term forestry future.'06 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo people shot in Northland town in less than 24 hours, police investigatingA man was bleeding heavily from what was believed to be a single gunshot wound to the leg.04 Feb 12:26 AM
New ZealandDonors help Kaikohe Tooth Fairy they say helped them: Court fines covered by fundraiserOne person donated $7000 to help pay Claire Wihongi-Matene's court imposed fine.29 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandInmate jailed for prison attack on former estate agent after being refused chickenAaron Drever's face was slashed open with a metal hook in the prison kitchen.24 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandNo scratchings? Pig racing to be star attraction at Kaikohe A&P ShowIn one race, all the pigs will be named after a politician.19 Jan 02:23 AM
New Zealand'Mum would've loved that': Calls to restore and protect Dame Whina Cooper's former homeCooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.19 Jan 12:32 AM
New ZealandInmate could face 14 years' jail for horrific prison attack on former real estate agentAaron Drever's face was slashed open with a metal hook in the prison kitchen.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Kahu$6.6m for Far North iwi Ngāti Kuri for vital environmental workNgāti Kuri gets $6.6 million for land restoration and save taonga species16 Jan 08:23 PM
New ZealandCouncil defends taking dog from locked kennel on man's propertySky was a stray a Kawakawa man wanted to adopt, but council took her from a locked kennel.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It was so painful' - Family of Kaitāia toddler killed in driveway recall efforts to save herTwenty-month-old girl Azalea-Reign Kiani May Samuels died after being struck by a vehicle.07 Jan 04:02 AM
New ZealandNorthland weather outlook: Warm, wet this monthThe last 10 to 15 days of January are ones to watch in terms of possible heavy rain.06 Jan 09:10 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from Northland - shellfish warning, Canopy Night Market back and boating disaster avertedNews snippets from Northland04 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Retired weed buster' disputes fine for poisoning trees near historic Stone StoreThe man who DoC fined $800 for poisoning trees in Kerikeri has disputed the fine.04 Jan 12:14 AM
New Zealand'Deeply impacted whānau': Council to improve road after two young cousins dieAfter deaths of two cousins in Far North swimming hole, council to make road safer.03 Jan 01:36 AM
New ZealandCrime, bad road behaviour among key concerns for North's communities over summerBurnouts, alcoho and roaming dogs are some of the things locals are worried about.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice urge caution after Northland's horror Christmas weekendTwo Northland road deaths and suspected drowning spur police safety call.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland beware - thunder and heavy rain likely on Christmas afternoon/eveningThunderstorm, heavy rain watch for Northland on Christmas afternoon24 Dec 08:51 PM
New ZealandTwo deaths on Northland's roads bring horror start to holiday periodTwo people lost their lives on Northland's roads this weekend, prompting a police warning.23 Dec 09:54 PM
New ZealandDead wallabies spotted on side of roads: Northland urged to be alert for pestEvidence suggests the wallaby sightings are genuine.21 Dec 01:04 AM
New Zealand'Tooth fairy' fined $7k for making dentures for desperate localsTooth fairy Claire Wihongi-Matene was fined for low-cost unlicensed denture service.11 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeFamily of Kaikohe grandmother Linda Woods tearful as man pleads guilty to manslaughterThe public gallery was filled with Woods’ family and friends, many of whom were emotional.10 Dec 11:10 PM
KahuFocus on environment and te reo learning sees Far North principal win major awardPanguru principal Mina Pomare-Peita earns major award for school's te reo-based education03 Dec 10:40 PM
New ZealandCommunity fed up with drinkers at park near children's playground'They think it’s their garden bar': Dozens of bottle caps and broken bottles can be seen.29 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson injured in Kaikohe house fire started by dryerA man received minor injuries while escaping the fire at his home.27 Nov 12:16 AM
New ZealandElectricity from huge Kaitāia solar farm now powering the countryIt is New Zealand's largest solar farm.25 Nov 10:59 PM
New ZealandFirefighters open up about their 25 years of service and receiving top honoursThey were grateful for being recognised for the top honour.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSignficant final report on Ngāpuhi treaty claims to be handed over at WaitangiThe report details findings of the Tribunal’s inquiry into Treaty breaches and more.23 Nov 10:28 PM
New ZealandNorthland house prices join trend in nationwide growthWhangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.21 Nov 01:03 AM
New ZealandWoman 'lucky' to survive after car crashes with truckPolice are continuing to investigate the crash south of Kaikohe on Wednesday.16 Nov 01:42 AM
