New ZealandDramatic rescues - two men, six dogs and a pregnant womanSlips closed roads and floodwaters were rising as once-in-500-year storm hit North.18 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo men and six dogs plucked from floodwaters in Far North rescueTwo men trapped on a tractor waited for three hours while floodwaters rose.18 Jul 05:26 AM
New ZealandSlips and flooding close roads across NorthlandPeople in Northland are being advised to delay travel after severe flooding.18 Jul 05:03 AM
New ZealandMitre 10 suffers flood damage estimated in the tens of thousandsThe Whangārei Mitre 10 MEGA garden centre took a beating from the extensive flooding.17 Jul 11:04 PM
New ZealandRoads closed, travel delays - Far North 'cut off' by floodsSchool holiday travellers warned to stay off roads and delay travel back to Auckland.17 Jul 10:59 PM
New ZealandWoman in pre-term labour airlifted from storm-ravaged NorthlandFlooding and slips closed the roads surrounding the woman, who's just 29 weeks' pregnant.17 Jul 09:30 PM
New ZealandOnce-in-500-year storm floods Northland, traps residentsA mammoth storm, flooding and tornado have damaged homes and trapped residents.17 Jul 08:55 PM
New ZealandEven firefighters need a hand sometmies: Fire truck stranded in floodwatersEven Firies need a hand once in a while. Luckily, Whangārei 4WD Club members were nearby.17 Jul 08:24 PM
New Zealand'The whole place is under water': Incredible scenes as group stuck at flooded petrol stationA BP staffer said customers were stuck for some time.17 Jul 06:23 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Welfare centres open as severe thunderstorms hammer NorthlandFire and Emergency have been called to 131 incidents in Whangarei since 6pm tonight.17 Jul 05:50 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorms threaten the Far NorthA severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for the Far North.17 Jul 12:33 AM
New ZealandKaikohe sports park plan gets $6m from GovernmentKaikohe sports park plan gets $6m from Government17 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandMystery surrounds Kauri tree felled at Whangārei Hospital by cheeky vandal during stormKauri tree felled at Whangārei Hospital by cheeky vandal during storm.16 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEnvironmentPossum fur industry needs fashion supportShoppers can support local pest control and the environment by buying possum products.15 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandMum jailed after bribing 5-year-old to be 'sexual plaything' with boyfriendMum jailed after bribing 5yo with lollies and chocolate to participate in sex acts.15 Jul 05:00 AM
EnergyMarsden Point restructure could cost hundreds of jobsStructural review could lead to refinery converted into import terminal, costing jobs.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAffco to pay almost $300,000 over meatworks boiler blastAffco pleaded guilty to the charge laid by Worksafe after a worker was badly burned.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning: Upper North Island in for a soakingAuckland's dams will get a little treat, while Northland will bear the brunt.14 Jul 04:58 AM
PoliticsBETTA Council Party couldn't get 500 members to registerProposed political party won't contest the election as it can't muster required numbers.13 Jul 10:00 PM
New Zealand$5.5 Million for Kaipara from Govt's Covid recovery fund$5.5 Million for Kaipara from Govt's Covid recovery fund13 Jul 08:22 PM
New ZealandNgāwhā Innovation and Enterprise Park gets $19.5m of Govt fundingNgāwhā Innovation and Enterprise Park gets $19.5M of Govt funding12 Jul 11:00 PM
PoliticsGreen Party's Northland electorate candidate is Darleen Tana Hoff-NielsenGreen Party's Te Tai Tokerau electorate candidate is Darleen Tana Hoff-Nielsen12 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandAnalysis: NZ First's Shane Jones is praying for provincial votesWhat is Shane Jones preaching for NZ First's 2020 election campaign?12 Jul 07:35 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuThe lockdown roadblocks - just how legal were they?During lockdown, the law found a flexibility that enraged some and endorsed others.12 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandShane Jones to Northland: Give me your votes, I'll bring you recoveryNorthland is shaping up to be NZ First's lifeline this election - the fight is on!12 Jul 04:05 AM
New ZealandOne injured in crash after driver flees policeFour people were in the car that crashed - one had to be cut out.11 Jul 07:05 PM
New Zealand$26 million of Govt funding for Whangārei infrastructure projects$26 million of Govt funding for Whangārei infrastructure projects09 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy snow closes Desert Rd - crash closes detour, motorists told to delay travelIt's a chilly start for snow-covered alpine areas but sunny skies are on their way.08 Jul 10:27 PM
CrimeMotive of statue thief unclearWhangārei artist wants her beloved Buddha girl statue back - no questions asked.08 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandMurder trial to be held next yearNorthlander charged with the murder of Bridget Simmonds elects jury trial.08 Jul 09:36 PM
New ZealandAuckland ports report: 'Give the $2m back' - Manukau preferred over NorthlandThe $2m report eyes up the Manukau Harbour and not Northland as the new port option.06 Jul 10:17 PM
New ZealandWild weather: 50 emergency call-outs overnight as heavy rain and strong winds hitFire crews went to up to 50 weather related call-outs in Auckland, Northland and Waikato.05 Jul 10:27 PM
KahuMummified dog discovered in Hokianga link to tensions over dog tax lawsA mummified dog found in Rawene is a reminder of a time of tensions over dog tax laws.05 Jul 10:00 PM
