Latest from Northland

Calls for accountability for shoddy roads grow as motorists tire of forking out

Waka Kotahi hasn't accepted any claims for vehicle damage in three years.

'There is hope': How a man transformed a life of depression

Northland mental health survivor comes out about his struggles and eventual transformation

Family fun day a success as thousands show their support for emergency services

Kids and adults had fun at the Emergency Services Family Fun Day at Kensington Park.

NZ Events Association votes Whangārei’s Northland Events Centre the best in the country

Where's the best events venue in the country? Right here in Northland!

A doctor, an island and oil: The olive journey of Peter Crelinsten

Peter’s connection with olives harks back to the Maltese island Gozo in the Mediterranean.

Auckland like you've never seen it: Giant artwork's forest canopy to enfold city view

"Important to me that the artwork operated on a macro and micro scale." - Sara Hughes.

'He didn't deserve to go that way': Mum of man killed by homeless colleague speaks

David Gilchrist was off his meds and deemed an imminent risk when he killed Glen Collins.

'Already feel like a winner': Entertainer Luke Bird says on being a finalist for TV awards

Northland entertainer Luke Bird is a favourite to win the Television Personality award.

'This is the tipping point': Fears businesses won’t survive another Brynderwyns closure

Northland leaders say the next Brynderwyn closure will be the final straw for some.

Ratana whānau from around the motu return to celebrate magical day for the church

November 8 is a very important date for the Ratana faith

Man kidnapped at gunpoint, tied up and driven around in the boot of his own car

Two men with alleged links to Rebels are on trial for kidnapping and shooting at police.

The life-saving pothole which prompted woman to seek medical treatment

Joanne Phillips wouldn't have sought medical care if it wasn't for a Far North pothole.

Firefighters battle blaze at Waipapa home

Five Far North fire appliances are at the scene.

'Hopefully there's someone in Government who's listening': Early childcare teachers strike

Whangārei Childcare Centre is one of 100 striking across the country.

Early childhood teachers to Government: 'The system is broken'

Strike action is a last resort to get the Government's attention, one teacher says.

One person dies following car-motorbike crash

A motorcycle and car collided near Whakapara.

Opinion: It is clear the country has called for a change

OPINION: The Ngāti Whātu ki Tāmaki leadership will seek a mandate to continue the mahi.

New Te Tai Tokerau MP outlines her top priorities for the next three years.

Mariameno Kapa-Kīngi is honoured that people have put faith in her.