Crime'Who owns the trailer?': The question that left council lawyers floundering in courtThe council ticketed the man for parking a car and trailer over a driveway.19 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandMan's anguish after dogs go missing from backyardA dog owner fears the worse after his mastiffs went missing from their fenced yard.12 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhangārei mayor says role can be ‘very lonely’'When you take the role of mayor, it's not about you. It's about everybody else.'10 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand'It gave me the screaming heebies': Northlander nearly pushed off road by truck amid Brynderwyns closureTrucks versus cars during the Brynderwyns closure - what are officials doing this time?06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle one year on: How Northland is picking up the piecesEven though a year has passed, remnants of the storm's destruction remain.11 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Port Nikau pier could boost marine sector and community, mayor saysThe latest pier at the marina is due to be completed later this month.08 Feb 02:07 AM
New ZealandA New Dawn: Whangārei's first cruise ship lands at Marsden Point, passengers get grand welcomeThe welcome was a great experience which exceeded their expectation.04 Feb 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCause for alarm: Pets terrorised by roaming dogs in KaiparaThe number of dog attacks and complaints about wandering dogs has increased this year.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouple heartbroken after 13 sheep killed in dog attacks" ... once dogs get a taste of sheep, they will keep coming back."12 Dec 11:22 PM
New ZealandFirst cruise ships to be welcomed to Whangārei next yearThe ships arrive next year in what's set to be a boon for regional economic prosperity.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBaby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.21 Nov 10:48 PM
New ZealandRates due on Monday, but Northlanders are strugglingNorthland council rates are due on Monday, but many are struggling to pay.18 Nov 11:07 PM
New ZealandSummer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquetteNorthland councils see a spike in complaints about bad dog behaviour every summer.12 Nov 10:03 PM
New ZealandRough sleepers share their concern over growing homelessnessHomeless people talk about their journey during a World Homeless Day event in Whangārei.10 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeWoman refuses to reveal location of dogs ordered to be destroyed after vicious attackA dog required surgery after being attacked by three other dogs.19 Sep 07:30 AM
New ZealandEnd of an era for iconic flats once saved but now to be demolishedThe boarded up Almond Court flats have been an iconic landmark in Whangārei for years.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWork of conservationists Robert and Robyn Webb immortalised in bronzeA memorable moment for conservation as a new sculpture honours conservationist duo.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDaylight shooting in Raumanga heightens fears amid community over gang activityGrowing woes for Raumanga community after shooting in broad daylight.13 Sep 06:57 PM
New ZealandNo quick fix for Whangārei crash hotspotSolution 'in coming years', but for now drivers urged to remain vigilant.05 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCat-astrophe: Northland groups welcome report recommending mandatory desexingAnimal welfare groups are backing a report that would make desexing cats mandatory.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil to appeal contractor’s $6.1m High Court-ordered payoutThe Whangārei District Council's appealing against $6.1m in costs for a contractor.14 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'This time was worth $10,000': Panel beater pays out for car damaged by potholesMotorist slams council and Waka Kotahi NZTA for the state of roads.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 1000 bed nights during the Black Sticks games in WhangāreiBlack Sticks men's and women's teams to play Australia next month07 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWorld Cup on home soil a dream for Football Fern Hannah Wilkinson'It always means the world to represent not only Aotearoa, but Northland as well.'30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandEnd in sight for drawn out 'squatter camp' sagaWhangārei District Council moves in to clean up camp on public land at Onerahi.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAngry residents start petition against community housing developmentFar North Holdings wants resource consent to build community houses in Hikurangi.25 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil calls for submissions on dog rules'It’s out the gate' - Whangārei resident concerned about out-of-control dogs.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHarshinni Nayyar from Whangārei Girls High to compete in national Race Unity Speech Awards finalWhangārei Girls' High student Harshinni Nayyar wins regional Race Unity Speech Awards18 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei councillor to apologise for breaching code of conductWhangārei councillor to make public apology for revealing confidential information.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeaningful change can come from public feedback on waste, say expertsOver 55,000 tonnes of rubbish went to Puwera Landfill last year.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBalance of proceeds from liquidated children's home be donatedChildrten's home liquidated as it was too expensive to run12 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It will have a spiral effect' - what the proposed rates increase could meanSome residents could be forced to sell up, and rent may increase according to experts09 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Family is so important': Greats, Grands and Whānau Day celebrated at Maunu School"Families come in all shapes and sizes," said principal Claire Turton.07 Apr 05:00 PM
