New ZealandSearch and rescue braced for summer spike; boaties rescued after vessel sinksA busy summer awaits Search and Rescue units, with callouts on the rise.29 Nov 11:33 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 ZealandInternational opponents welcomed as historic fight night closes in'I want to be a role model for the next generation of Indian female fighters.'29 Nov 05:53 AM
New ZealandTears and tension as councillors voted out at explosive meetingA group of five councillors dominated the voting as major changes took place.28 Nov 05:53 AM
New ZealandOnerahi bush fire deliberately lit, says investigatorThe 100m x 50m vegetation fire was reported before midnight last night.28 Nov 04:16 AM
New ZealandHMNZS Taupō returns to Whangārei after patrolling for illegal fishingThe navy ship is returning to her home port and will host an open day on Saturday.28 Nov 03:10 AM
New ZealandShops evacuated after gas leak alertEmergency Services are responding to a gas leak at Otaika shops.27 Nov 03:50 AM
New ZealandFormer minister under fire for delay in Russell/Kororāreka name restoration decision“What is says is that Māori are not important enough to make a decision about this."27 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand65yo motorcyclist killed in crash on State Highway 1 over the weekendPolice investigations say the cause of the crash was not like most involving motorbikes.27 Nov 01:33 AM
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 Zealand'I feel so devastated': Mum loses everything in fire caused by home dryerThe mum passed emergency services but had no idea they were headed to her home.24 Nov 04:00 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 Zealand‘Precious' kauri gum allegedly stolen from Waitangi returned, police sayMuseum staff have been left appalled at what they say was a 'shameless' daytime theft.24 Nov 05:22 AM
New ZealandInnocent shoppers attacked as fight spills out of Far North supermarketPolice have labelled the assault an 'appalling act' that has no place in the community.24 Nov 01:52 AM
New ZealandFood safety experts share tips for eating safely outdoors this summerFood poisoning cases spike in summer - here are the top food hygiene safety tips.24 Nov 01:00 AM
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 ZealandPacking a punch in motor vehicle history: A tour through time at Packard Motor MuseumThe museum founder, Graeme Craw, spent 60 years collecting the exhibition items.23 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandPōhutukawa tree believed to be 600 years old topples into sea"It was a lot of noise, and she went magnificently. She just toppled."22 Nov 11:04 PM
New ZealandFirst cruise ships to be welcomed to Whangārei next yearThe ships arrive next year in what's set to be a boon for regional economic prosperity.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandJason Momoa filming leads to recovery of large trove of kōiwi on Far North beachIt turned out a farmer had been finding kōiwi on Elliot Bay for about a year.22 Nov 02:00 AM
KahuNZ’s first wāhine Māori chairwoman resigns Northland Regional Council roleTui Shortland's resignation effective from Tuesday's meeting; she stays on the council.22 Nov 01:31 AM
New ZealandBaby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.21 Nov 10:48 PM
KahuKaipara councillor opens meeting with karakia despite mayor's banThe meeting opened with the words: “Kia hora te marino”.21 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandCalls for sightings of whale with line tangled around tail off Northland coastThe whale is believed to be able to breathe as its head and fins are free from the line.21 Nov 07:09 PM
New ZealandSome Kaipara road slips from February storms could take three years to fixThere are 71 slips still impacting Kaipara roads after multiple severe weather events.20 Nov 08:04 PM
New ZealandTwo people with critical injuries in hospital after serious crashPair with critical injuries hospitalised after serious crash.20 Nov 12:38 AM
OpinionWhangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Brynderwyn bypass upgrade vitalFrom the mayor's office: Build it and they shall come... but how will they get here?19 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The isolated north': Business leaders call for urgent investment in critical road infrastructureNorthland businesses are rallying to get better state highways for the 'isolated north'.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDesperate mum pleads for help to fund baby's fight against cancerA Givealittle page was set up to help baby Robin fight cancer.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland news in brief: Baby death unexplained, housing meeting and tattoo project fundingNews snippets from across Northland.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandRates due on Monday, but Northlanders are strugglingNorthland council rates are due on Monday, but many are struggling to pay.18 Nov 11:07 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from Northland: Critical dog attack injury, Science for Sociopaths and tourism websiteNews snippets from Northland.17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIt's not your average animal farm: Meet the couple building a unique paradiseThe effort is worth it when the couple see looks of 'absolute delight and huge smiles'.17 Nov 04:00 PM
