New Zealand11 deaths, 4404 new cases today amid nursing 'crisis' warningThe Covid case numbers update comes as a nurses' union warns of a chronic lack of staff.18 Jun 01:40 AM
New ZealandLive: 16 deaths, 4869 new cases; border worker testing to be droppedSome families are being infected with Covid-19 for the third time.17 Jun 01:00 AM
New Zealand'We just want answers': Friends, family appeal for info about woman's deathPolice are treating 36-year-old's death, at Waipapa Landing last month, as "unexplained".17 Jun 12:57 AM
CrimeOtaika liquor store ram raid latest of manyThe shop is not the first in Otaika to be ram raided.16 Jun 06:00 PM
Black FernsInspiring the next generation - Black Ferns give Whangārei a taster ahead of gamesThe Black Ferns strapped their boots on for an open training at Pohe Island.16 Jun 05:00 PM
Education'If the wages were liveable, I wouldn't leave' NorthTec nursing graduate moves to AustraliaNorthTec holds four graduation ceremonies over two days to celebrate two graduate cohorts.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHistoric child sex abuse crimes put former drug kingpin back in jailThe court was told the girls were about 8 and 11 when the abuse occurred.16 Jun 05:12 AM
CrimeJudge says concern for children in drink-driver's car no licence for dangerous attackResident angered by drink-driver's antics claimed he acted in self-defence.16 Jun 01:57 AM
New ZealandLiquorland Otaika targeted in overnight ram raidLiquorland Otaika is the latest business to be targeted by ram raiders.15 Jun 10:23 PM
CrimeWoman lured from van by man who claimed she had a flat tyreIntoxicated man tricks woman out of her van and drives away, refusing to stop for police.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig increase in calls to police for mental health incidentsNorthland police are being called to more mental health incidents than ever.14 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Naivety not an excuse': Auckland boatie fined for illegal landingThe man's unauthorised landing on Whatupuke breached the Reserves Act.13 Jun 11:09 PM
New ZealandPolice justified in using dog to stop man fleeing checkpointThe man turned out to be wanted for firearms and drug offences.13 Jun 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe super wealthy are snapping up coastal Northland propertiesNorthland is a millionaire's playground with a swag of luxury properties on the market12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducation'The system is broken': Kids falling out of school puts demand on Alternative EducationAlternative education space in Northland is filled with over-capacity and minimal funding.12 Jun 05:00 PM
CrimeDelayed report, Oranga Tamariki's actions enabled more robberies by 14yo - lawyersThe 23 other charges he faces may be dropped due to delay in getting psychological report.12 Jun 04:22 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Flooding threatens homes, 21,500 lightning strikes in 12 hoursTornadoes are possible and winds could damage trees and power lines, forecaster warns.12 Jun 01:54 AM
NPCOpportunity knocks for Northland rugby clubs and communitiesRugby for Life is set to create opportunities for Northlanders through the power of rugby.11 Jun 11:40 PM
New ZealandLittle blue penguins found dead: More than 100 dumped in NorthlandThe smell reportedly kept getting worse, causing neighbours to look for the source.11 Jun 07:59 AM
New ZealandKiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZWith severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.10 Jun 09:30 PM
CrimeMan caught with child sex abuse publications fights to keep his name secretMan files appeal against refusal to grant him permanent name suppression.10 Jun 06:37 PM
EducationStudents stranded as school bus firms cancel run at short noticeA severe lack of local bus drivers has left some families scrambling to get kids home.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMSD arsonist may have burns on face: policeArsonist smashed window and threw molotov cocktail inside; damaged office remains closed09 Jun 08:22 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationMore youth encouraged to connect with culture through marae-based workshopRangatahi Ora is conducting a three-day marae-based workshop from June 17 to 19.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice find person of interest in Benjamin Mcintosh homicide inquiryPolice locate person believed to be involved in Mcintosh's death.09 Jun 04:22 AM
New ZealandWidow, whānau disagree over Tommy Murray's last wishes after body taken north for burialFormer MP urges Māori-Pākehā couples to have vital talk long before grim reaper arrives.09 Jun 04:21 AM
New ZealandGaelene Bright's alleged killer appears in Northland courtThe man accused of murdering Northland woman Gaelene Bright appears in court08 Jun 09:20 PM
CrimeWoman hits 'rock bottom' after man secretly films sex actMan told victim he was using his phone for its torch during intimate encounter.08 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandBody found in water after woman reported missing near Haruru FallsDeath of 72-year-old who had gone for a walk earlier that day not suspicious, police say.08 Jun 04:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPatients might have to pay up or lose family doctor after funding shortfallFunding increase of 3 per cent doesn't cover the cost of running a practice, GPs say.07 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAssuming the worst: Residents near controversial state housing estate put homes on marketFor sale signs are springing up on Puriri Park Rd as a contentious housing project starts.07 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrad Flutey claims no legislation to support mandatory mask wearing in public facilitiesFlutey elects judge-alone trial to defend charges laid after a scuffle with police07 Jun 01:09 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFarmer furious after wandering dogs attack more than 100 sheepThe death of sheep has cost farmer Rex Roadley up to $25,000.06 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuQueen's Birthday Honours: Nursing career spans more than three decadesMargareth Broodkoorn has been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours05 Jun 05:00 PM
