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
New Zealand'It was so intense': Woman's 'deja vu' during second terrifying tornadoA woman living in Hobsonville during a 2012 tornado said the experience was like deja vu.25 Jan 11:33 PM
New ZealandWoman asleep in bed sucked out of home, thrown by force of Mangawhai tornadoEmergency crews are responding to Mangawhai after tornado-like winds hit the area.25 Jan 09:18 PM
Crime'I will never see him again': Mum's grief after son killed in hit-and-runDamon Clark died while visiting a waterfall. The man who hit him has now been sentenced.25 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandMooring piracy rampant during windy summer – HarbourmasterMooring piracy has been an issue for boaties in Northland this summer.25 Jan 05:00 PM
EnvironmentFast-track legislation stirs up opponents of Northland sand mining planAllowing a firm to apply for fast-tracked consent to mine sand has galvanised opposition.25 Jan 02:52 AM
New Zealand‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.24 Jan 09:49 PM
CrimeRoad to justice: High-profile trials set for 2025 at Whangārei courtsThree high-profile murder trials set for 2025 in Whangārei, starting with Perkinson case.24 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandCracking success for Northland peanut trialsThe three-year trial means Northland is one step closer to establishing an industry.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s a tribute to her’ Mum turns grief into thriving beauty business after losing her daughterKaikohe mum Kelli-Asta Baker created a beauty-focused business in memory of her daughter.24 Jan 04:00 PM
