New Zealand‘I’ve been shot' - 12-year-old shot with slug gun while in dinghyThe injured boy rowed 400m with a slug gun pellet in his wrist.31 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandDelays expected following serious crash in NorthlandDetours are in place and motorists are advised to expect delays.31 Jan 02:58 AM
New ZealandSpecial affinity with horses: Northland ‘horse whisperer’ to compete in Special Olympics eventAlex Goldsack will compete in Christchurch from December 10 to 14.30 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Over $400 a month’: Economists see mortgage savings boost to economy in 2025Two economists have crunched the numbers on mortgage costs in 2025 and the news is good.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘A thousand times harder’: Parents turn to charities as school costs riseParents increasingly rely on charities due to rising school costs.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRāhui in place following Northland motorcyclist deathPolice are investigating after the motorcyclist was found dead in a creek yesterday.30 Jan 12:31 AM
New ZealandCharges laid over fatal hit-and-run in ŌkaihauA 19-year-old man died from his injuries late on Tuesday night. 29 Jan 10:04 PM
New Zealand'Significant clinical risk': Dargaville Hospital rostered overnight doctor only five out of 55 nightsA senior Northland doctor is worried about a lack of medical staff.29 Jan 05:37 PM
New ZealandSummer seed gathering sets up future generations of Northland dune plantsThousands of sand dune plant seedheads are gathered from Northland beaches in summer, and propagated so locals can return the plants to their coastline.Watch29 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRoads ’in disrepair’: Speed limits reversed on North highways despite safety concernsSpeed limits on sections of Northland highways will return to previous levels by July 1.29 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi found dead in Northland DoC trapA woman found a kiwi dead in a trap in Northland's Puketi Omahuta forest.29 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo hanging around for Far North’s new national champ hang glider Tom KellnerFlying like a bird sees Far North man win national hang gliding title29 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandName revealed of boy convicted of murder at age 14The killer is currently in prison for fatally stabbing the victim during a night out.29 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandKerikeri Hunting & Fishing hit by overnight burglaryThe 'church' burglary was reported to police at 6.30am.29 Jan 01:47 AM
PoliticsThe 38 roads where speed limits will be increasedThe changes will take effect by July 1.29 Jan 12:51 AM
New ZealandCyclist, 19, dies after hit and run in NorthlandAn investigation team is hunting for the person responsible.29 Jan 12:08 AM
New ZealandNorthland teachers face challenges as curriculum changes loom in 2025Northland educators remain dedicated amid upheavals.28 Jan 11:30 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - rugby taonga stolen, speed limits raisedNew snippets from the Far North28 Jan 11:19 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist found dead in creek closes SH15, police investigatingThe road was expected to remain closed until Thursday afternoon.28 Jan 10:06 PM
New ZealandMangamuka road repairs survive first major storm since reopeningDespite heavy rain, Mangamuka Gorge repairs in Far North survive first big storm28 Jan 07:35 PM
New Zealand'They bit me': Ultrarunner speaks out after dog attack on NZ trailThe dogs belonged to a nearby property owner and were not wild as first reported.28 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandSweetwater Aquifer getting water into Kaitāia homes soon – councilAfter two false starts, water from Sweetwater Aquifer is set to flow into Kaitāia homes.28 Jan 05:35 AM
New Zealand‘Mind-blowing’ effort: Community unites after Mangawhai tornadoResidents praised the community's strong support and spirit.28 Jan 04:21 AM
New Zealand'Everything to lose': Community protests Bream Bay sand miningProtesters fear the proposed fast-track sand mining project could kill marine life.28 Jan 12:24 AM
New ZealandThermal curtains for Far North homes from $70k energy wellness fundFar North Energy Wellness Fund putting thermal curtains into homes to make them warmer.27 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wantedNews snippets from the Far North.27 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandTornado’s trail of destruction leaves 35 Mangawhai buildings damaged, 200 homes still without powerThe Mangawhai tornado seriously injured two people were and damaged 35 homes.27 Jan 03:17 AM
New ZealandMangawhai tornado: Family say it was a ‘miracle’ injured woman survivedThe woman has had surgery on her broken arm and cuts, with more to come.26 Jan 11:34 PM
New Zealand‘Bring your own jars’: Retirees abuzz with bumper honey harvestHow a Kerikeri retirement village harvested 80kg of honey from two hives.26 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandTrust providing support for disabled robbed of more than $2000Money raised for the Special Olympics was taken.26 Jan 10:22 PM
New ZealandMangawhai tornado damage and Auckland floods anniversary | NZ Herald News UpdateThe Mangawhai tornado damaged 50 homes and today marks two years since the Auckland Anniversary Day floods. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Jan 06:35 PM
New ZealandVeteran firefighter says Mangawhai tornado worst he’s seenMangawhai residents are rallying to help one another after the tornado.26 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Like a turbine’: Mangawhai couple sheltered in wardrobe as tornado hitA cordon is in place, and people told to treat downed power lines as live.26 Jan 07:10 AM
New Zealand'Broken bones': Daughter's lucky escape after Mangawhai tornadoAlan Johnson's house was torn to shreds on the eve of its open home showing.26 Jan 02:49 AM
