New Zealand'Emotional train wreck': Skipper's ordeal after ketch left to driftYachtie says his $250,000 ketch is adrift off Northland after rescuers failed to secure it10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirefighters thanked as Whangārei fire brought under controlThe fire, which covered 20ha on Thursday, is now under control.10 Jan 03:35 AM
New ZealandDangerous driving incident - man charged after allegedly failing to stopCharges included unlawful possession of ammunition and refusing to give blood.09 Jan 11:50 PM
New ZealandWhangārei fire: Home still under threat, firefighting efforts to stretch across three daysThe cause of the fire is not yet know but an investigation will take place on Friday.09 Jan 05:18 AM
New Zealand‘Really disruptive’: Northland businesses hit hard by fibre outageNorthland businesses hit by 12-hour internet outage after digger damages fibre cable.08 Jan 11:13 PM
New ZealandPopular Puketi Forest Kauri Challenge back this monthThe annual tramp in the Far North is not for beginners.08 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandPylon collapse shows need for upgrade of Northland's electricity networkPlans to boost Northland's power network after pylon collapse.08 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Made me cry’: $13k donated to help beloved bulldog recoverGenerous readers donate $13,000 after missing bulldog Baby is found in Northland.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North — kayak safety course and Te Hiku jobs onlineNews snippets from the Far North.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandDeath of officer Lyn Fleming raises safety concerns for policeThe officer's death has prompted the question, how safe are our cops? 08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThousands of Kiwis without internet after digger pulls up fibre cableThere is currently no estimate for the restoration time.08 Jan 05:16 AM
New ZealandMan who fleeced gardening group's tools before Christmas owns upA Northland thief has owned up to stealing all a visiting gardening group's tools08 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand‘Sounded like a tomcat howling’: Man shot overnight in MangōnuiPolice were called to Mary Hassett St at around 3.40am.08 Jan 01:43 AM
New Zealand‘Quite unbelievable’: Dargaville Little Theatre to take global stage in MonacoThe cast of Out of Mind will travel to Monaco in August to represent Theatre New Zealand.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCattle a 'wicked' hazard: Motorist 'mind-boggled' no one held to accountMotorists fear for their lives as Whangārei's wild cattle still pose huge traffic hazard06 Jan 11:42 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating after baby hospitalised with serious head injuriesThe baby was flown to Whangārei Hospital and later transferred to Starship hospital.06 Jan 05:56 AM
KahuIntricate carving found washed up in NorthlandMystery surrounds a large, ornate Māori carving found washed up on a beach.06 Jan 03:43 AM
New ZealandCommunity invited to join archaeological dig in Doubtless BayExcavation at Butler Point to explore Māori and European historical interactions.06 Jan 12:03 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMarsden Estate winery sold to British trust after 10 years on marketVineyard and winery sold after spectre of subdivision loomed.05 Jan 09:01 PM
New Zealand'Lucky to not be dealing with a fatality': Second incident of car driving into policeThe incident occurred between Kokopu Block Rd and Otaika Valley Rd around 8.45pm.04 Jan 10:13 PM
CrimeVerbal abuse, intimidation and brawls: Courtroom chaos as violence escalates Court violence surges with 450 assaults in five years; security breaches under scrutiny.04 Jan 05:25 PM
New ZealandDomestic tourists dominate Northland’s bustling summer beach sceneNorthland beaches packed with tourists, drawing crowds from near and far.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s an honour’: Hair artist on transformative power of dreadlocksClients travel from Auckland to Houhora for Haley's expertise in creating and maintaining dreadlocks.03 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHoliday heaven: Where to buy a Kiwi bach without breaking the bankA bach at Ōmaha might be beyond your budget but there are plenty of cheaper holiday spots.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAwash with guns: Frontline cops face chilling daily arsenal of lethal firearmsThe deadly arsenal includes military-style semi-automatic assault rifles.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZSA Northland Short Story Competition – high school winnersThe themes of the stories were diverse.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s got mana’: Families share enduring bonds with Northland schoolsSome families have attended the same school for more than five generations.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBeachgoers watch as fire crews battle hilltop blazeAs of 3.45pm four fire trucks and 3 helicopters were on site.03 Jan 06:27 AM
New ZealandThe crucial role of goat culling in saving Northland’s kauri forestsContract hunters remove 3000-4000 goats to protect Northland's kauri forests.02 Jan 08:02 PM
New ZealandHikurangi’s revival: From ghost town to community hubHikurangi residents reveal why theirs is 'the coolest little town'.02 Jan 04:00 PM
Travel newsRevamped Cape Brett DoC hut offers some of Northland’s best viewsThe $25-a-night Cape Brett Hut is one of a handful of DoC huts run in Northland.02 Jan 08:02 AM
New ZealandWhy Northland's luxury stays are world-class escapesA glimpse into some of Northland's most luxurious stays01 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandA fatal tumble, a heroic act, snorkelling in paradise: Three deaths on Northland’s coastline sparks warningThe deaths on unmanned beaches begs the question, do we need more patrols?01 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandAlways happy to catch up: Volunteering time and talents key to the good life in KāeoReporter Jenny Ling visits Kāeo for her series on why residents love their small town.01 Jan 04:00 PM
