New ZealandJoin the breakfast club or reach new heights at the circus: Something for everyone these school holidaysThe winter school holidays run from July 6-21 - so what is there to do?05 Jul 06:46 PM
New ZealandWhangārei contractor's 20-year fight with council to continue with appealA Whangārei contractor's 20-year legal battle with the council is set to continue.05 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandCold North - region suffers chilliest day of year - so farChilly winter morning for Northland is 6C below norm04 Jul 11:48 PM
New ZealandWhangārei dips below 4 degrees in icy start to the dayWinter is well and truly here in Northland after a frosty morning03 Jul 11:23 PM
New ZealandMore opportunities to succeed or privatisation? Charter schools debate ramps up$153m was put aside in the Budget for their re-establishment with some opening in 2025.03 Jul 01:00 AM
New Zealand'There’s just nothing': Family eyeing homeschooling due to lack of learning supportThe 8yo's previous school allocated just five minutes per child due to class sizing.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland businesses cautiously optimistic after busy Matariki weekendThis weekend was the first after the opening - so how did Northland fare?30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotorists reminded to keep eye out for cattle on Whangārei Heads RoadThere is no signage or other mode of warning about the risk.30 Jun 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSocial media driving fights and bullying, principals sayAccording to one principal, the latest fight occurred recently.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Leave, then we can talk’: Minister’s ultimatum to hapū occupying abandoned Towai schoolTheir presence has made it tricky for the private owner to sell the site.23 Jun 12:58 AM
New ZealandGoodbye Great Plate, hello Creative Cup: New fundraiser to feature at Quarry Arts CentreAfter years of exhibiting plates as their fundraiser, cups now take centre stage.18 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuOccupied Northland school pulled from sale after vendor diesHapū members have occupied the former Tōwai School site since the end of March.17 Jun 11:40 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm watch: Possible thunderstorms and rain for Northland this eveningThe watch is in place from 6pm until midnight tonight.16 Jun 01:07 AM
New ZealandNew satellite classrooms announced for high-needs students in mid-northIt's part of $89m put aside for special school funding and upgrades announced on Friday.15 Jun 11:38 PM
New ZealandRoaming wild cattle: Fears someone will dieUp to 100 wild cattle are damaging bush around Waikaraka and endangering drivers.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandZonta Book Fair in Whangārei has new venue as call for donations goes outWhangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair on again after new venue found.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandParents asked to keep students home as staff sickness takes hold in ECEs, schools.Tikipunga High School made the decision to roster senior students home last month.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew-look Whale Tail Park to open on FridayStudents at the local school picked the playground design - and requested some changes.11 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'These kids are falling through the gaps' - Learning support in schools not enough, educators worryThe current model is negligent principals say, but Erica Stanford says change is coming.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen loses control, crashes into Red Rat clothing storeA witness said they watched the young driver lose control.04 Jun 10:59 PM
New ZealandMore socialisation between students and less distraction in class after phone ban, principals saySchools had to ban phones in class from the start of this term - so how's it going?04 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil pulls stumps on tsunami siren installation after locals complainResidents appalled at NRC's failure to consult them about tsunami siren locales.30 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandDog walkers hot under the collar about proposed changesDog owners are hot under the collar about proposed changes to off leash areas at beach.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland emergency services secure ongoing funding after public speaks upRegional council backs down from proposal to cut support after consultation backlash.24 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandNorthland getting to grips with Alternative Reality and impact on the artsAlternative Reality Gardening Lab 24 exposes Northland to latest technology23 May 11:27 PM
New Zealand'It's just what we do' - Northland on map at NZ Search and Rescue AwardsRescue efforts between January 1 and December 31, 2023 are recognised at the awards.21 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandPrincipals happy lunch in schools continuing, but some questions remainThe programme will continue for the next two years on a tighter budget.20 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandECE centre closing after 50 years show more funding needed, teachers sayStaff have said Government funding doesn't cut it when centres have qualified staff.17 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandA supportive school and real-world experience key to thriving, new teacher saysAn ERO report on Monday revealed half of new teachers feel unprepared for the classroom.15 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesAuckland, Northland's 43 best buildings: Architecture awards announcedState-owned apartments, an innovation hub and an early learning centre also won awards.15 May 09:00 AM
ParalympicsCameron Leslie heading swim team to Paris'It’s my fourth Paralympics, but my first in eight years, so it’s very exciting.'13 May 09:52 PM
New ZealandProvided lunches would be welcome relief to all, ECE centre manager saysSavings from the lunch in schools programme have been redirected to ECE.13 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'You can choose your attitude': Teacher battling cancer determined to remain positiveJanet Lang has been a teacher for 43 years - and she's not leaving her school yet.12 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not the only approach that works': Educators question structured literacy mandateThe Government has rolled out a new approach to literacy. So far it's had mixed reviews.12 May 05:00 PM
