Latest from Russell

Russell or Kororāreka? People on the street offer mixed views

We gave people four options for the town's name. Here's what they said.

Former PM backs proposal to restore Russell’s original name

Lord John Russell, its current namesake, was a British politician who never visited NZ.

‘Absolutely nuts’: Angler lands 464.5kg marlin after 10-hour battle

Skipper said Tuydor’s monumental effort was the greatest he’d seen in the angler's chair.

Aquaman star Jason Momoa welcomed to Rāwhiti

Bay of Islands to stand in for Hawaii in new series starring, and co-written by, Momoa.

'It was very scary' Brothers flee burning yacht in the nick of time

Brothers use dinghy to get to shore after their boat catches fire in the Bay of Islands.

Wealthy Northland property owner admits his dog killed a kiwi

Brian Angliss will oppose the mandatory destruction of his dog.

Homes evacuated, drivers stranded as torrential rain batters Far North

Four boats came to grief in Bay of Islands with one saved, another sunk and two on rocks.

Bizarre crime spree: Thieves take three cars, one shower and a packet of chips

Police hope public can help solve case of peckish crims who used a shower and lost a gun.

Burglar steals cigarettes - then sells them just down the road

Teen burgles service station then sells loot just down the road.

Tracing the path of Pikopo Pompallier across Aotearoa

December 21 marks the 150th anniversary of Jean-Baptiste Pompallier's death.

Wharf carvings restore Māori presence in Russell

For decades te ao Māori (the Māori world) was almost invisible in Russell. Not any more.

'A terrible thing': Hapū decry attack on Russell's historic flagpole

Hapū, police want to hear from anyone who recognises distinctive paint, tagging.

Russell flagpole attack upsets local hapū

Flagpole has been fenced off for safety until permanent repairs can be carried out.

Carved pare 'a step towards unity'

Painted pare brightens Kaitaia alleyway, completing first third of revitalisation project.

Two ram raids in as many weeks terrify dairy manager

Dairy owner removes tobacco and vape products off site during non-trading hours.

Staff shortages hurting hospitality during busiest season

Northland's hospitality businesses face worsening staff shortage over busy summer period

'Our safety is at stake': Russell up in arms over relocation of town's sole constable

Police say historic Russell residence is deteriorating and too expensive to maintain.

Watch: Bright lights appear in Northland night sky

Starlink has launched several chains of up to 60 satellites in recent years.