Station Rd reopened following closure after gas leak in Whangārei
The road has been closed to traffic from Kamo Rd to the intersection with Farmer St.
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News briefs from Northland - Penguins moulting, serious crash injury and surfer hospitalised
News snippets from Northland.
37-year-old farm worker dies after car crash into ditch
The man worked at a local avocado farm and was returning home when the crash occurred.
Fatal crash in Waiharara: Second road death in Northland in less than 24 hours
A person has died and four others have suffered serious to moderate injuries.
Northland's Sandy Bay dotterel chicks take to the sky
'It’s just incredible that they have survived to that stage, given the dangers.'
Tyre store completely destroyed in fire, health warnings issued
Fire and emergency has asked locals nearby to stay indoors.
54yo truckie dies after crashing into trees on State Highway 15
The logging truck went over the centre line, across the road and into the trees.
Youth unafraid of consequences: Calls for harsher penalties for fleeing drivers
Youths, aged between 12-17, are said to make up a significant portion of fleeing drivers.
Police appeal for information on Matauri Bay road death in Far North
Northland beach community road death sparks call from people for help
Threatening behaviour force Kaipara school to initiate 'precautionary' lockdown
The principal says the school gates were closed as a precautionary measure.
Overseas company spends $25m on 1800ha of Northland farmland for forestry
'We really need to be looking at what is the long-term forestry future.'
New fishing rules expected to tackle kina infestation in Northland
Northland would be the first region to see the changes.
A New Dawn: Whangārei's first cruise ship lands at Marsden Point, passengers get grand welcome
The welcome was a great experience which exceeded their expectation.
'We all thought we would die' Family grateful to swimmer who saved teen
The rescuer was only at the beach that day because his son asked him to go there.
Thunderstrorms, heavy rain forecast for Auckland Anniversary Weekend
Rain should start in upper North Island later Saturday evening, then set in for weekend.
Northland passengers refusing to fly Air NZ after cancellations
Northlanders say Air New Zealand's Whangārei and Kerikeri flights are too unreliable.
Protesters block access as talks fall through over Far North fishing comp
The contest protesters have received strict scrutiny from tangata whenua hapū Matakairiri.
'Cyclonic vortex' forecast to bring rain for weekend one year since deadly floods
Holiday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.
Rain for Auckland Anniversary Weekend, one year since deadly floods
Holiday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.
Fire investigator says Matauri Bay house fire deliberately lit
Someone reportedly broke into the lounge and started the fire.
Seven deaths in one month: Road safety messages not sinking in
Experts say people can't relate to messages about crashes - until they're affected by one.
Rescue Helicopter Service thanks Northlanders for generous donation
Northland Rescue Helicopter is said to have responded to over 28,000 callouts since 1988.
Mother and son killed after car hits tree, bursts into flames
Despite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.
Iwi plan to stop popular Far North fishing competition, slamming it as 'disrespectful'
However, Ngāti Kahu's chair says the views shared are not an official statement from iwi.
Keeping it interesting: Northlanders' dining habits revealed in new report
Northlanders are demanding more from their dining experiences according to a new report.
'Mum would've loved that': Calls to restore and protect Dame Whina Cooper's former home
Cooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.
Fans proving popular as sales spike amid humid weather
Bad news - muggy overnight temperatures will continue until Sunday.
Safety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after death
Pole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.
Man drowns at popular Northland beach
The man was reportedly pulled unconscious from the water.
Quick action by the public helps foil burglary at sports shop
After calls from witnesses, police arrived on the scene only seconds later.
$6.6m for Far North iwi Ngāti Kuri for vital environmental work
Ngāti Kuri gets $6.6 million for land restoration and save taonga species
'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller
'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the 'terrible tragedy''
Thousands arrive for big week of waka ama
Thousands of paddlers descend on Lake Karāpiro for waka ama contests.
Victory House: A rehab facility that reforms convicts through faith
'My time spent in the house taught me to be a better human being.'