New ZealandFitness to stand trial raised in case of woman accused of putting toddler in suitcase on busFamily members of the woman were in court to support her. 13 Aug 12:59 AM
New ZealandShould we start growing rice in NZ?Yuki Fukuda, who is growing rice on a hill in Nelson, says a stable NZ crop makes sense.11 Aug 10:30 PM
New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase on bus denied bailThe 27-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with neglect.05 Aug 04:47 AM
CrimeFarmer's neglect: Emaciated stag was trapped in fence and thick mud, other deer were dead04 Jul 02:57 AM
New Zealand‘Biggest day ever’ for drug testing at NZ music festivalThe NZ Drug Foundation reports on "successful" stint at Rhythm and Vines in Gisborne.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand$18m in three payments to Northpower's 60,000 customersNorthpower giving $18 million to its customers in power payments.27 Oct 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsThree family-run businesses make a life-changing $57mBased in Morrinsville, Ōamaru and Mangawhai, the owners have received huge sums.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We didn’t expect this': Whangārei couple's identical triplets mean seven kids under sevenWhangārei couple's triplets expand family to nine09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNot acceptable to be played at weddings: Northland musicians release 'gritty' debut albumNorthland musicians Leroy Brown and Mark Bruce reveal how their band was started.22 May 11:40 PM
Crime'Most break out': Meth addict admits smashing his way into Auckland police stationHe was charged with burglary but said the smashed glass was because he sought refuge.24 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandPoor parking at Mangawhai Heads carpark targeted at EasterMangawhai Heads car park behaviour sees Easter parking officer patrols23 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandNZ's largest solar farm just the start of Northland's renewable energy campaignThe company behind Kaitāia farm in Northland to build an even bigger one.13 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDoC shocked as children kick and abuse protected chicks on beachVariable oystercatchers have been protected since 1922.09 Feb 02:30 AM
New ZealandFour men charged after 'violent' home invasion, car spiked twice in 100km police chaseNeighbour woke up to sounds of ‘shouting and fighting’.25 Jan 09:21 PM
New ZealandSH1 Brynderwyns closure gives time to prepare - Whangārei MayorOPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.21 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandDotterel chick dies on Northland beach - warning issued to bewareIt was important that people were aware of any nests and take precautions to avoid them.05 Jan 01:09 AM
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
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
TalanoaFirst Samoan woman to compete in top Oceania billiards tournament'It's not just a game. It involves concentration, math and angles.'02 Nov 12:20 AM
New ZealandTwo Kaipara coast campgrounds need new managersMany memories have been made at beach campgrounds over the years.26 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandRipiro Beach safety days prove successfulMulti-pronged approach to Ripiro Beach safety paying off.22 Oct 11:44 PM
New Zealand'Scary': Calls for more police after Ruakākā homicide investigation launchedRuakākā homicide inquiry: Locals from small community want increased police presence12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan fined more than $33,000 after dozens of tyres burned on Kaiwaka propertyThe burned area contained steel belts and the remains of over 100 tyres.21 Sep 03:44 AM
New ZealandPolice hot on heels behind fleeing driver involved in Kaiwaka crashPolice looking for driver who fled after causing crash on State Highway.06 Aug 11:26 PM
New ZealandCounting the cost of storm damage in Northland: $20m insurance payouts from one eventThe severe weather in February doused Mangawhai with nearly 400mm of rain.04 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand$500,000 Lotto win took days to sink in for lucky Mangawhai coupleNorthland couple's decision to use another Lotto shop pays off with First Division win.30 Jun 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDog owner distraught after pet in kennel's care dies on roadOwner defends his business saying it is run well and has many regular, happy customers.13 Jun 05:00 PM