Crime‘Your fella better sleep with one eye open:’ Man allegedly attacked ex's new love with a hammerThe assault is alleged to have occurred at Jaggers Camp near Ocean Beach.30 Jan 06:00 AM
New Zealand'We all thought we would die' Family grateful to swimmer who saved teenThe rescuer was only at the beach that day because his son asked him to go there.30 Jan 04:00 AM
New Zealand'In a pretty bad way': Three pilot whales die in 24 hours on Baylys BeachA few hundred people attended the stranding on Monday. Refloating attempts were in vain.29 Jan 11:59 PM
New Zealand'All-round good guy' killed alongside mother in fiery crashGerald Mannion has been described as an 'all-round good guy' by his Lions friends.29 Jan 08:35 PM
KahuLong serving police officer calls time at WaitangiRetiring police officer Wally Haumaha's final duty will be at Waitangi.29 Jan 05:59 PM
New ZealandDonors help Kaikohe Tooth Fairy they say helped them: Court fines covered by fundraiserOne person donated $7000 to help pay Claire Wihongi-Matene's court imposed fine.29 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandToa Henderson travels six hours to win at Taihape ShearsHenderson left Kaiwaka at 4.30am to make sure he arrived in time - 550km away.29 Jan 03:35 AM
New Zealand'It's changed me': Photographer Rachel Jordan opens up on life after chopper crashRachel Jordan says she's not the same person anymore in the wake of the devastating crash.28 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat's the deal with Auckland Anniversary?Six regions celebrate Auckland Anniversary. What's that about and is it time for a change?28 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Maybe they’ve made their point': Far North fishing competition biggest yet, organisers sayFar North hapū blocked beach access to a popular fishing comp. So how did it all unfold?28 Jan 01:33 AM
New ZealandSteady and consistent rain: Rain expected for Northland Sunday afternoon but otherwise fineThis weather update reveals whether to reach for the sunscreen or umbrella in Northland.28 Jan 12:16 AM
New ZealandFormer WWII pilot celebrates 100th birthday: 'It’s just a big adventure'Whangārei resident Ross Maclaren turns 100 on Monday.28 Jan 12:07 AM
New ZealandNorthland MP ‘condemns’ Taipā boat ramp protest ahead of fishing competitionGrant McCallum has called a local iwi's blockade of the boat ramp 'illegal actions'.27 Jan 12:29 AM
New ZealandThunderstrorms, heavy rain forecast for Auckland Anniversary WeekendRain should start in upper North Island later Saturday evening, then set in for weekend.26 Jan 06:46 PM
New ZealandTaking it day by day: Ultra-marathon runner aims for world recordWant to run an ultra-marathon a day? Shannon-Leigh Litt explains how it's done.26 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthland passengers refusing to fly Air NZ after cancellationsNorthlanders say Air New Zealand's Whangārei and Kerikeri flights are too unreliable.26 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandOur Treasures: The journey of Whangārei's well-loved miniature trainsThe trains have been chugging their way into the hearts of passengers young and old.26 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFight for historic Ruapekapeka Pā battle grounds continuesMore hapū management is part of the action plan for the next three years.26 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandA few showers forecast for anniversary weekend unlikely to deter visitorsThere are plenty of activities to do in the north rain or shine, leaders say.26 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandProtesters block access as talks fall through over Far North fishing compThe contest protesters have received strict scrutiny from tangata whenua hapū Matakairiri.26 Jan 12:49 AM
New ZealandWatch: Traffic chaos as boat blocks northbound motorway lanesThe worst congestion is expected later this afternoon.26 Jan 12:18 AM
New Zealand'Much-loved by all': Father named as roadworker killed on the jobGabriel Fa'amausili is being remembered as a man who cared deeply for his family.25 Jan 11:36 PM
New ZealandThe woman putting Whangārei cafes on the map one sip at a timeEver wondered who Sip is? Meet the dental hygienist behind the popular cafe reviews.25 Jan 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Cyclonic vortex' forecast to bring rain for weekend one year since deadly floodsHoliday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.25 Jan 04:37 PM
New ZealandRain for Auckland Anniversary Weekend, one year since deadly floodsHoliday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.25 Jan 05:30 AM
New ZealandFire investigator says Matauri Bay house fire deliberately litSomeone reportedly broke into the lounge and started the fire.24 Jan 11:47 PM
New ZealandSome Northlanders call for deputy PM to step in and help Wikileaks founderHowever, a security and intelligence analyst believed support for Assange was unlikely.24 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei Quarry Gardens gets bridges over troubled waters after cycloneA recycled bridge is an important step in restoring the gardens after the cyclone.24 Jan 10:00 PM
Travel‘Whale poo’ discovery could make Whangaruru local $20,000 richerA chance beach discovery by a Northland local was nothing to sniff at.24 Jan 07:10 PM
New ZealandSeven deaths in one month: Road safety messages not sinking inExperts say people can't relate to messages about crashes - until they're affected by one.24 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandInmate jailed for prison attack on former estate agent after being refused chickenAaron Drever's face was slashed open with a metal hook in the prison kitchen.24 Jan 06:00 AM
Super RugbyDream job for sports fans: Fijian Drua seeking 'chief hype officer'Do you think you could fuel the crowd and ignite the spirit of the team?24 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi principal's words of wisdom go viralA principal's letter to parents on social media has captured an international audience.24 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand'A mighty totara has fallen': The life of Dr Warren ParkerThe highly respected primary sector leader died last month, leaving a legacy behind.24 Jan 01:30 AM
