PremiumPremiumBusinessSawmill failed after banking on projected low log priceFeasibility study identified concerns before loan approval by Northland Regional Council.29 Sep 05:30 PM
EnvironmentBerry shortage, rat plague behind starving kūkupaWhangārei's Bird Recovery Centre is feeding an influx of hungry wood pigeons.28 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNew residents wax lyrical about the beauty of NorthlandNewcomers to Northland talk about what the region offers.27 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationCommissioner to be appointed at Kamo HighConflict with principal leads to Kamo High School board's resignation.27 Sep 12:42 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPrincipals happy to see school deciles scrappedPrincipals say the public, and some educators, misunderstand what deciles are for.27 Sep 12:42 AM
PropertyOral submissions on Puriri Park Rd housing plan completedIndependent commissioners to rule on state housing development in Whangārei.24 Sep 11:00 PM
CrimeMum's plea that her son serve his jail time in FranceA Frenchman accepted $50,000 to help smuggle cocaine from a cruise ship into Northland.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrenchman jailed 15 years for smuggling 24kg of cocaineMan who imported 24kg of cocaine into Northland jailed23 Sep 08:13 PM
CrimeWhangārei police dog handling duo compete for national honoursMist and Constable Lewis are representing Northland at the national police dog champs.23 Sep 06:00 AM
CrimeSix months home detention for teenager in ram raid"I'm picking this wasn't a highly thought out plan," said Judge Greg Davis.23 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVaping on the rise in Northland schools, survey findsThe Cancer Society has released a survey that indicates more kids are smoking at school.22 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportPara athletes creating their own legacyFoy and Leslie must be at the top of the list for Northland's future sporting legends.21 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimePolice say no malicious intent despite allegations made in Facebook postPolice urge people to contact them directly rather then post on social media.19 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeCourt of Appeal dismisses bid to have meth conviction overturnedMan loses appeal against conviction for manufacturing meth in a Northland holiday home.19 Sep 01:00 AM
Rugby World CupNorthlanders off to Japan for Rugby World CupHordes of Northlanders are off to Japan for a "familiar" event.18 Sep 09:00 PM
New ZealandFour whales stranded at Uretiti in Northland die, fears for othersFour whales stranded at Uretiti in Northland die.17 Sep 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumSportHow rugby saved a life: 'I feel free on the field'An incredible story of Northland's Bron Hames coming back from the brink through rugby.14 Sep 10:08 PM
EnvironmentJacques Cousteau of New Zealand passes onWell-known marine environmentalist Wade Doak of Tutukaka has passed away.13 Sep 04:12 AM
KahuPhotos: Te Tai Tokerau proves te reo alive and well in the regionParade in Whangārei about showing "that te reo is here to stay" organisers say.09 Sep 08:30 PM
New ZealandHorses injured, put down after massive electrical stormDozens of horses injured in storm and at least three put down; another killed by dogs.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland MP: Northern railway 'a white elephant'National MP says putting $95m of PGF fund into northern railway is a waste of money.09 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandNo break from heavy rain and thunderstorms in the NorthThere is a heavy rain watch is in force for Coromandel and Bay of Plenty.08 Sep 06:35 PM
New ZealandDogs threatening Whangārei kiwi reserve effortsDogs threatening Whangārei kiwi reserve efforts08 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRugbyNorthland Rugby, heed my warningWill you still turn up to Northland's games if they continue a four-game losing streak?07 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandEarly thunderstorm: Thousands of lightning flashes, bleak day aheadA widespread burst of thunderstorms brought over 1300 lightning flashes within an hour.07 Sep 07:20 PM
New Zealand$94M to upgrade rail line from Northland to Auckland$94M to upgrade rail line from Northland to Auckland05 Sep 07:21 PM
New ZealandWhangārei school in lockdown after suspected explosive device foundWhangārei school in lockdown after suspected explosive device found03 Sep 11:12 PM
New ZealandCharge on Whangārei man upgraded to murderPolice upgrade a Whangārei man's charge from assault on a child to murder.03 Sep 12:46 AM
PropertyReports on sagging land expected early this weekStan Semenoff to do remedial work to prevent future damage to land he's developing.01 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandPedestrian and motorcyclist die in morning crashesTwo people have died in crashes in Auckland and Whāngārei this morning.29 Aug 11:38 PM
New ZealandFatal accident in Central Whangārei this morningFatal accident in Central Whangārei this morning29 Aug 10:42 PM
New Zealand'He loved being out there catching crooks': Policeman farewelledActing Senior Sergeant Mark Andrews was down to earth, hated the limelight and was humble.28 Aug 05:51 AM
WorldFilm crew catch orca on ray and shark hunt off Northland coastNational Geographic luckily got footage of two killer whales off Taiharuru.27 Aug 06:00 AM
Rugby World CupPubs keen to extend opening hours during RWCNorthland bars are backing a move to let them stay open till the end of late-night games.25 Aug 07:00 PM