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
New ZealandNorthland farmers see golden tourism opportunityThe Northland farming couple turning fields into gold24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandShootings, fires, and more: Alarming rise in cruel acts against protected birdsNineteen incidents were recorded nationwide in the past three months.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice make Whangārei robberies arrest after spotting suspect vehiclePolice have arrested a 16-year-old on suspicion of involvement in two robberies.24 Jan 02:20 AM
League‘It’s pretty s***ty’: Warriors star calls for return of stolen bootsThe items were meant to help raise funds for a Labour Weekend tournament.24 Jan 02:00 AM
BusinessWhere Auckland rents rose the fastest in 2024Viewing and listings may be picking up after 'subdued activity' late last year.23 Jan 11:30 PM
New ZealandCelebrate Northland talent with fun, music and markets this weekendDon't be stuck for something to do this long weekend, there are activities for everyone.23 Jan 11:30 PM
CrimeCouple assaulted while getting petrol by Head Hunter miffed at friendly nodThe man was king hit and then repeatedly punched and kicked as he lay on the ground.23 Jan 07:00 AM
New ZealandSeymour defies his hapū‘s advice not to attend Waitangi 2025Ngāti Rēhia advised Seymour not to attend this year's commemorations at Waitangi.23 Jan 03:41 AM
New ZealandHokianga club of James Fisher-Harris wants his stolen boots and other taonga back"To take what he gave us is like taking from him."23 Jan 12:36 AM
New ZealandSH1 truck crash near Whangārei, road blockedThe crash was reported about 6.45am,22 Jan 06:45 PM
New ZealandFar North’s Maitai Bay home to free snorkel dayMaitai Bay rāhui sees sealife return to the Far North bay.22 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Super excited’: Northland friends prepare for Ninja challengeTwo young Northland Ninjas are heading to Melbourne for a major competition.22 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘No hesitation’: Community backs mother’s urgent cancer journeyRuby Smith needs to raise up to $70,000 for advanced cancer treatment in Japan.22 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It latched on to my hip': Northland mum mauled by dog in children's playgroundA dog attacked J'aime Wright at a Kaitāia playground on January 18.22 Jan 04:00 PM