Batten down the hatches, a storm is brewing!

Appeal forces delay in drawing water from aquifer to nourish avocado plants in Northland.

If you're in Auckland, "it's best to make the most of it this morning".

With enough possession and territory to shake a stick at, Northland had trouble scoring.

Her mother chose to drink a large quantity of alcohol and chose to breastfeed her.

Access issues created by a steep 40m high bank means the fire could smoulder for months.

Man thrown across canal after vehicle hits tree and vehicle rolls.

The water saving message hasn't been getting through to everyone.

Police investigating three robberies believed to be linked

Nine people arrested in a major police operation this month have appeared in court.

Snow and bitter cold to batter alps and Queenstown, while huge waves to hit near Auckland.

NorthTec is considering the impact of a national merger of polytechnics.

Strangers tried to abduct students to and from Northland schools

Police increase presence around schools in Whangārei, inquiries ongoing.

Leeann Ailini Scott, 48, was last seen at the Taipa shops on December 12, 2014.

A man has been killed in a single-vehicle crash just north of Kerikeri, Northland.

Orca experience 'awesome' on Northland harbour.

Human remains found in Northland - police investigating

Japanese lessons offered in Whangārei for World Cup-bound rugby fans.

A funeral and a powhiri mark the end of an old life and the progression of a young one.

First four gun buyback events in Northland positive, police say.

News briefs from across Northland.

Seven firearms including 357 Magnum Pistol, a shotgun, and 2 semi-automatic rifles found.

The $1.179m project has space for up to five classes in two modern learning spaces.

Call for more protection of endangered birds under Northland's Regional Plan.

Northland DHB challenges aspects of the proposed Regional Plan on air and water quality.

Vehicle allegedly stolen from Tauranga was involved in a police pursuit in Whangārei.