It is only the second recorded stranding of pygmy killer whales reported in New Zealand.

"We really need closure, we miss her so much...": Missing Northland woman's family

The defence claims the incidents between the two officers was a "pre-arranged hook-up".

Four killer pygmy whales stranded at Waipū Cove following Cuveir's beaked whale stranding.

Stranded whale spotted on way to school

$20 million for Northland kingfish farm.

Watercare: "While we welcomed the rain this week, it provided only light relief."

Several officers participated in drinking games, including using a modified police baton.

National icon seen in stream drinking its fill in broad daylight.

The project could lead to a 3000-tonne operation with revenue estimated at $45m a year.

The accused policeman denies the allegations against him during last year's Waitangi Day.

Fatal crash blocks SH10 in Northland.

Northlander who fleeced national disability support charity gets jail sentence reduced.

Helicopters will be at the scene at dawn.

The region's first home buyers are still hamstrung by eligibility rules and affordability.

Adam Tipene changes his mind after hearing police evince and pleads guilty.

The crash happened south of Kaeo Bridge.

Aucklanders are being urged to cut back on their water usage.

Scam involved thieves posing as workers.

Police officer describes attack on canine companion just weeks after graduating.

Army tanker trucks will take water to marae, community facilities where it is most needed.

Police operation aims to help recidivist drivers get back on the road legally.

Brownie Harding told a probation officer he'd "do it all again" before sentencing.