New Zealand'Pleasant surprise' as former Tikipunga Tavern site becomes 55 state homesThe development also includes a community room, gardens and a small playground.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North cats must be microchipped and desexed under proposed new council bylawFar North District Council has first ever bylaw for cats.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMetService has issued an orange wind warning for Auckland and part of NorthlandThe MetService has issued an orange wind warning for Auckland and part of Northland17 Sep 04:13 AM
New ZealandPolice name Ripiro Beach victimPolice continue to make inquiries into the circumstances of the death.17 Sep 01:02 AM
TravelPopular NZ attraction closing in response to ‘serious risk'Experts say improving protections is 'crucial'.17 Sep 01:00 AM
New ZealandProposal could see all Far North cats ‘chipped and snipped’A proposed new pet bylaw would also bans roosters and pigs from urban areas.16 Sep 11:06 PM
New ZealandWanaka St openingTikipunga Primary School students greet visitors at the opening of Kāinga Ora's 55-home Wanaka St development, at the former Tikipunga Tavern site. Video / Kāinga OraWatch16 Sep 09:08 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - Tsunami sirens, ambulance officers strike and alcohol sold to minorsNews snippets from the Far North16 Sep 05:00 PM
Kahu'We've been here a long time': Patuharakeke gives evidence for Bream Bay customary titleThe second phase will hear from applicants interests in the Whangārei coastline.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAhipara surfer Jade Nias Phillips, aged 11, wins age group title at AIMS GamesThe moment was made extra special by having grandmother Peggy on the beach to see it.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand1 in 10 Far North children could be affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorderFar North has big issues from debilitating fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.16 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeMen who allegedly kidnapped a person who escaped during a police checkpoint namedThe men were caught after being pulled over for a routine breath test.16 Sep 01:38 AM
New Zealand'Why us?': Family's car fire latest in a spate of suspected arsonsAnother Tikipunga family's lives have been turned upside down after blaze.16 Sep 01:32 AM
New ZealandObituary: Mayor leads tributes to council watchdog Des Mahoney, who saved ratepayers milionsFar North council critic Des Mahoney's lasting legacy saved ratepayers millions16 Sep 12:00 AM
New Zealand31 dogs snatched from Northland end up in Wellington: Police, SPCA investigatingThirty-one dogs and puppies were unlawfully taken from a Whangārei property.15 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We're getting overrun': DoC manager pleads for poison to stop wild dogsFeral dogs are living in remote NZ bush, putting trampers at risk of attacks.14 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuIwi ‘disgusted’ by Kaipara council scrapping Māori ward'I really don't believe that they give a hoot about Te Tiriti o Waitangi,' critic says.14 Sep 04:53 AM
New ZealandRapid growth in Mangawhai to continue as another 600 houses get green lightThe seaside community is one of the fastest growing areas in the North Island.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLegendary Northland kiwi Sir Ed killedA 20-year-old kiwi, father to numerous offspring, has been found dead on Matakohe Island.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Those who come out the other side of a cancer battle are not survivors – they’re warriors, as are those who didn’t make it’Mum invented a novel number plate to help raise money towards fighting cancer13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwi parents of babies with heart defects interviewed in ground-breaking researchWhat's it like to discover your unborn baby has a major heart condition?13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandTumultuous time: Photos highlighting historic dog tax war on display in WaitangiPhotos of a controversial 'dog tax war' are on display at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.13 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime'It ruined my childhood': Paedophile gets two more years in jail as more abuse revealedClyde Rymer's abuse had been haunting the latest victim for 50 years.13 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice release images, appeal for information about last man to see woman alivePolice are appealing for sightings of a man last seen with Joanna Sione-Lauaki.13 Sep 04:02 AM
New ZealandFrog? Cat? Mouse? No, it's a kiwiAn open cat flap served as the perfect entrance for a curious kiwi.13 Sep 02:46 AM
New ZealandAt 82, Ray Broad still inspiring Whangārei footballers as he hangs up his bootsAt 82, Whangārei football ‘legend’ Ray Broad bows out with a win.13 Sep 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Distraught': Police seek help to find Tikipunga’s vehicle arsonistThree cars have been torched in one week.12 Sep 11:22 PM
New ZealandPolice appeal for car sightings in Ripiro Beach homicide casePolice are appealing for sightings of two vehicles in the Te Kopuru area.12 Sep 10:36 PM
CrimeAnti-mandate campaigner in prison hunger strikeBrad Flutey's court proceedings continue to stall after numerous delays.12 Sep 09:51 PM
New ZealandObituary: Former National Cabinet minister, and NZ’s first America’s Cup campaign director 'Aussie' Malcolm dies in WhangāreiMalcolm is survived by three daughters, a son and six grandchildren.12 Sep 08:52 PM
New ZealandStaffing crisis should be addressed before curriculum shift, principals sayMaths and literacy are receiving a big shake-up, but principals say it's too fast.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We just want to be safe' - Horse riders call for vulnerable road user recognitionHorse riders mount campaign to change driver attitudes.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North's water storage woes improved with 400th water tank installedThe programme hopes to put in another 200 by the end of the year.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Why should my kids be scared?' Woman says Kāinga Ora needs to get toughThe Puriri Park resident is tired of loud music, family violence and threats.11 Sep 05:00 PM
