New ZealandIt's another barrier: Reducing wait times for driver's licence tests welcomedNorthlanders welcome the Government's move to cut wait times for driver's licence tests.07 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland power cut inquiry ramps upAn investigation into the Northland blackout is stepping up a gear.07 Jul 09:41 PM
New ZealandGive youth a chance: Employers urged to give young Northlanders their first jobNorthland youth unemployment is the highest in the country, new figures show.07 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Nervous, excited, and sleepless': Northland man's swift ascent to top of career dreamHis message to other young people: 'Don’t be shy, go and do it.'07 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMother killed with son in Southland house fire was everyone's 'best mate'The last messages Kelly Kemble Kerr sent to her friend were full of love for her children.07 Jul 06:31 AM
New ZealandPolice crash investigator retires after 43 yearsSport is what helped him pass the police fitness tests regularly.07 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandCarrington Estate golf resort selling off four luxury homes with $1 reserves'We’re finding the Auckland-creep is heading up this way coming that bit further north.'07 Jul 12:59 AM
New Zealand'Excitement for the future': tourism leaders boosted by Brynderwyns openingThe Brynderwyns have reopened, now industry leaders are pushing for a long-term solution.06 Jul 11:25 PM
New ZealandChef of the Year finalist credits Northland collaboration for successSchnappa Rock's Dean Thompson is a finalist in Hospitality NZ's Chef of the Year award.06 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandJoin the breakfast club or reach new heights at the circus: Something for everyone these school holidaysThe winter school holidays run from July 6-21 - so what is there to do?05 Jul 06:46 PM
New ZealandCharities face rising demand from pensioners as living costs hit home'Like most elderly, I don’t want to feel like I’m a burden to anyone.'05 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCircus Kumarani marks 21 years as stage for all ages and abilitiesThe community circus is about supporting people of all ages and abilities.05 Jul 05:00 PM
Sponsored StoriesNorthland is open - for holiday funVisitors returning in numbers to Northland's unique offerings.05 Jul 06:37 AM
New Zealand'The pain is ongoing': Businesses want power cut compensationThe power cut is causing ongoing damage to Northland's reputation, NorthChamber says.05 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhangārei contractor's 20-year fight with council to continue with appealA Whangārei contractor's 20-year legal battle with the council is set to continue.05 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice speaking with two 'people of interest' after unexplained 2015 death of Alestra Kepa-HatiThe four-year-old died in 2015 - police revealed this week they are investigating.05 Jul 01:40 AM
New ZealandCold North - region suffers chilliest day of year - so farChilly winter morning for Northland is 6C below norm04 Jul 11:48 PM
New Zealand'Waste of ratepayer money': Council 'seeking advice' after forging ahead with speed limit reductionsFar North District Council reduced speeds on 300 roads. Now it might have to reverse them.04 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland businesses feeling the pinch offered workshops, mentoringASB economists warn about Northland’s outlook but help is on hand for businesses.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Crime'Who’s he remorseful to? Himself?': Boss didn't pay staff Kiwisaver, super, loan deducationsWilliam Eskdale admitted 28 charges totalling more than $150K of unpaid taxes.04 Jul 05:30 AM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - 42 tsunami sirens, seal silly season and food securityNews snippets from the Far North04 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandFour-time blood cancer survivor Frankie's family vital to her survivalIt's a cause close to their heart as their daughter beat cancer for the fourth time.04 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandWhangārei dips below 4 degrees in icy start to the dayWinter is well and truly here in Northland after a frosty morning03 Jul 11:23 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating unexplained death of young child from nine years agoKaikohe police are investigating a 9 year old historical child death.03 Jul 10:11 PM
New ZealandAnzac Day is muse for Far North mouth painter Kevin Griffiths'I’ve always loved poppies because of the association with Anzac Day.'03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandToo much! It's raining wild cats and kittens in Far North pensioner's garden50 wild cats too much for Far North pensioner in council flat03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandControversial subdivision signed off - but homeowners won't be allowed cats or dogs119 homes will be built on a sprawling piece of land within a kiwi habitat.03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGot New Year plans? First Northern Bass lineup droppedWet and muddy weather last time hasn't dampened future plans03 Jul 05:00 PM
CrimeNotorious meth dealer: 'I wanted to be a dealer with a heart'Serenity Grace Tebbutt was visibly shocked as she was jailed for supply drugs.03 Jul 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Rug up': Forecasters warn to brace for colder conditions in coming days'The central parts of both islands are expected to be the cooler of the lot.'03 Jul 07:13 AM
New ZealandMore opportunities to succeed or privatisation? Charter schools debate ramps up$153m was put aside in the Budget for their re-establishment with some opening in 2025.03 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandKaitāia College’s seniors forage in ancient garden at their ball160 students enjoy Kaitāia College's Senior Ball03 Jul 12:00 AM
KahuHūhana Lyndon: By giving Māori the voice we were promised, there is hope for the future we all deserveOpinion: Here, in the Far North, support for Māori wards has been strong.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hearty little buggers': Kākāriki chicks flourishingGlenbervie man counting Kakariki chicks in Garden Bird survey.02 Jul 05:00 PM
