Latest from Whangarei District

'In a bad way': Police rescue hypothermic biker in rugged terrain

It took two-and-a-half hours for rescue teams to reach the man in wet conditions.

Election hoardings defaced with swastikas and racial slurs

Local Government NZ's Scott Necklen warns that abuse of candidates has worsened.

Mum's frightening encounter after man tries to get into car with kids inside

Jacintha Okan’s 10-year-old son was in the front seat when the man tried the door.

'Fair bit of damage': Ambulance hit in Northland highway crash

State Highway 1 at Whakapara was closed while the scene was cleared.

'Sorry folks, we've got nothing' – Thieves strip church of food for community

Lawnmowers, a weed eater, kayaks and food are among the items stolen.

'I could see a very terrified girl': Friend’s mother recalls night child fled from caregivers

The Oranga Tamariki caregivers are facing 35 violence and cruelty charges.

'I could have died': Survivor relives trauma after third crossing crash in six months

The crash came after a July protest over the crossing, called the city's most dangerous.

'A bigger risk': The alarming history of the man who shot Brownie the dog in the head at supermarket

Police once issued a plea not to approach Daniel Livingstone, 'a high-risk offender'.

Emergency response after van flips on rural highway

Police say the road remains partially blocked while the scene is cleared.