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Court orders removal of unauthorised structures in Bay of Islands
A company ignored requests to remove a pontoon and rubber fenders.
Armed Offenders Squad swarm Kawakawa overnight after aggravated robbery
Police say two men arrived at a property carrying firearms and demanded a vehicle.
Quiet summer for Northland beaches as water safety efforts take hold
Surf club patrols wrapped up last weekend and will restart on Labour weekend.
Subdivision deal clears path for new homes, despite quarry concerns
Houses cut from a Hikurangi subdivision plan in a settlement with a concrete company.
'Incredibly dangerous': Laser attacks threaten aircraft safety
Far North District Council says the same individual may be responsible for the strikes.
Person critically injured in SH1 crash with truck
Emergency services attended the scene and SH1 was closed for some time.
'Unnecessary interruptions': Kamo firefighters frustrated by vandalism
Kamo Fire Station windows have been smashed five times in the past year.
'Long-suffering' patients: Whangārei doctor on healthcare system strain
Doctor shortages and delays were major issues discussed in Whangārei.
Dazed petrel found under fire appliance at Whangārei Station
Sea birds became disorientated by the storm, landing exhausted in urban areas.
On The Up - 'Truly humbling': NZ teacher's four decades of inspiration
At 62, he's taught the children and grandchildren of former students.
Power outages and flight disruptions for Northland during wild weather
At some points throughout Wednesday more than 1740 customers were without power.
Police name man found dead in vehicle near Kawakawa service station
Police discovered McKenzie's body in a vehicle at Kawakawa on Sunday.
Man appears in court on Kawakawa murder charge
Police say the man's body was found in a vehicle at a carpark in Kawakawa on Sunday.
'In the firing line': Northland braces for severe gales and heavy rain
Heavy rain and easterly gales are expected for the upper North Island this week.
Homicide investigation launched after man's body found in vehicle
Police believe the man was the victim of a violent assault.
'Growing fast': Green light for project set to unlock 3000 homes, supermarket
The project aims to unlock land for up to 3000 homes and a new supermarket in Whangārei.
Carnival has town basin pulsing with creativity during month of ArtBeat events
The events aim to get locals involved in arts, heritage and culture in Whangārei.
Man found dead in vehicle at Kawakawa carpark, police investigating
Police say they were alerted around 7.45am this morning.
What's on: Your guide to arts and culture events this school break
There's markets, craft days and more to look forward to for these holidays.
'A game-changer': New mental health facility opens in Whangārei
Manaia House in Whangārei cost $21.6m and has 75 consultation rooms.
School ‘shocked and upset’ as four students suspended after fight
Principal Mike Clent confirmed all four students involved have been suspended.
Northland's meth crisis: Mexican cartels, lower prices, and devastation
Mexican cartels are undercutting Asian suppliers, increasing meth supply.
18-year-old arrested after LSD, cannabis found in vehicle
The 18-year-old man was due to appear in Kaikohe District Court today.
Man found dead in Whangārei not suspicious, police say
The man was found dead at a Te Kamo property on Sunday.
Person arrested in Mata, south of Whangārei, after dispute
Police were called to the address at 7.42am, and inquiries were ongoing this morning.
Blueberry growers thrive with bumper crop
Packhouse director Patrick Malley points to exciting future for Northland horticulture.
Northland hit by power outages and potential flooding amid heavy rain
Rainfall hit 108mm at Ahipara in 12 hours overnight.