New ZealandDriver testing: Ongoing funding for community driver testing scheme beyond 2026Government will continue funding community driver testing scheme beyond 2026.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice crackdown: Drunk driver caught near school at 3pmAnother blew triple the limit at 9am.17 Oct 01:42 AM
New Zealand'It looked like a bomb had gone off': Whangārei fire leaves workers in tears as dry cleaners destroyedWhangārei residents are now concerned for the workers of the dry cleaning business.16 Oct 05:16 PM
New ZealandFar North, the drama on 90 Mile Beach meth bust, up for 7 NZ Television AwardsDrama series on massive Ninety Mile drug up for seven NZ TV awards16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland oysters feature in Bay of Islands' Oktoberfest X Oysterfest eventGerman-style Oktoberfest and Oysterfest for Bay of Islands this month16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandBig celebration for Awanui Day in Far North townFar North town celebrates big time at annual Awanui Day.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCare of woman by Kaitaia Hospital and others inadequate, breached rightsThe type 2 diabetes sufferer underwent two amputations but died from bacterial infection.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthlander shocked police failed to attend attempted dog theft and assaultKaikohe man called 111 after someone tried to steal his Rottweilers and punch him.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHighest ever ranking for Kaitāia boxing world champion Mea MotuNumber two world ranking for Far North boxing world champion Mea Motu16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - fireworks, rock and reggae and garden safari upcomingNews snippets from the Far North.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We’d prefer to know the truth': Joanna Sione-Lauaki's family still living day-to-day as homicide remains unsolvedThe Dargaville mother-of-eight died on August 2 and her homicide investigation continues.15 Oct 10:42 PM
New ZealandCorner property in central Whangārei generates $170k from six leasesThe Bank and Vine St corner property retuns more than $170,000 a year from its six leases.15 Oct 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Urgent': Pharmacists providing healthcare amid rising GP wait timesLocal pharmacists are providing medical care and advice amid long GP wait times15 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'His spirit, like his work, remains free and eternal': Remembering renowned photographer Frank Habicht'He could connect with people whether it was homeless or celebrities.'15 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHilary Barry helping woman find owners of early wedding photoA Northland woman has been trying to find the owners for eight years.15 Oct 12:45 AM
New ZealandNorthland police rebuked for not providing medical care after Kāeo arrestPolice cleared of using excessive force in firearm search where man suffered head injury.15 Oct 12:20 AM
New Zealand'It's really nasty': Health officials bracing for whooping cough outbreakHealth officials are bracing for a whooping cough outbreak, with newborns most at risk.14 Oct 11:14 PM
New ZealandNew ACC Māori initiative Hāpai aids Far North man's ruptured Achilles recoveryACC programme specifically for Māori helps Far North man recover from serious injury14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew term for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled means new people learning to rideBusy time ahead for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice thankful for public's help in catching alleged intoxicated driver in OnerahiPolice arrested a man allegedly driving while three times over the legal alcohol limit.14 Oct 03:17 AM
New ZealandGulls sighted around Whangārei Harbour covered in oily substanceFour have died. The Whangārei Native Bird Recovery Centre is bracing for more arrivals.14 Oct 01:50 AM
New ZealandCommunity pride: Working bee to clean up town for summer visitorsKaitāia in line for big spring clean to welcome reopening of SH1 over Mangamukas.13 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandGrim discovery: Horse euthanised after being found with suspected gunshot woundThe injured animal was found by bike riders.13 Oct 10:00 PM
KahuNorthland Tarara reconnecting with roots on Croatia rugby tripPlayers descended from Dalmatian settlers get a once in a lifetime opportunity13 Oct 08:14 PM
New ZealandMayor: Whangārei faces $800,000 bill for cleaning up vandalism and wasteOpinion: Many are shocked to hear the amount we spend on graffiti and litter control.13 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocally rejected port expansion plan gets fast-track tickEleven Northland projects get approval for fast-tracking.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Disabled lives matter': Disability sector changes protested in WhangāreiAbout 100 people attended the Whangārei protest against Government changes.11 Oct 03:25 AM
CrimeKiller convicted of murder in emotional Whangārei court caseThe jury also found Hall guilty of two other charges related to two other victims.10 Oct 11:52 PM
New Zealand'Great result': Four arrested after spate of offences in Kaipara and WhangāreiFour people have been arrested after a spate of offending across Kaipara and Whangārei.10 Oct 09:49 PM
New Zealand'It's a horror film': Greens co-leader wants to help save wāhi tapu landThe Greens co-leader visited the site amidst a second Environment Court hearing.10 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeFate of man who claims fatal stabbing was in self-defence rests with juryCCTV blind spot crucial in Whangārei trial; jury to decide between self-defence or murder.10 Oct 04:56 AM
New ZealandEarly childhood crisis: Kaitāia families wait up to two years for childcareParents stay home to care for kids: 'We are trying to juggle the bills on one income.'09 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Demeaning': Mum relying on donations for son's life saving monitorA $3000 life-saving epilepsy monitor has been funded by The Den Maungaturoto.09 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeDefence probes heart disease's role in death of alleged murder victimA pathologist confirmed Jason McNae's heart disease sped up his death.09 Oct 03:01 AM
