New ZealandMutilated seabirds dumped in dunesA seabird expert has described the discovery of mutilated flesh-footed shearwaters in sand dunes as "barbaric and completely unacceptable''.26 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandBoy critical after being hit by carA boy is in critical condition after being hit by a car in Whangarei this afternoon.21 Dec 01:12 AM
New ZealandAOS search for wanted man in WhangareiThe Armed Offenders Squad cordoned off part of Raumanga, Whangarei, this morning in the hunt for a wanted 25-year-old.20 Dec 09:01 PM
New ZealandCan I sit outside for Christmas lunch?What will the weather be doing on Sunday for Christmas?20 Dec 07:36 PM
New ZealandXmas week weather: Gusts, rain, sunIf variety is the spice of life, this week is set to be a lively one.18 Dec 05:24 PM
New ZealandNext time get sober Santa to drivePolice are reminding people to ensure they have a sober driver after a Whangarei woman dressed in a Santa outfit was charged with drink-driving.17 Dec 06:07 PM
New ZealandWoman in Santa hat arrestedA woman in red wearing a Santa hat may find herself on Santa's naughty list.16 Dec 01:05 AM
EnvironmentHow many illegal dumps are out there?How many illegal dumps are there around Northland? We know of at least two - this region's second large-scale roadside tip emerged 14 Dec 01:30 AM
New ZealandNorthland house prices hit new recordNorthland's property market has hit a record median house price of $399,500. And with more houses for sale than anywhere in the 13 Dec 08:20 PM
CrimeWanted Northland man on runA Northland man involved in an early morning incident where a firearm was pointed at police is now on the run and wanted. Warrants 13 Dec 02:57 AM
New ZealandGrim reality of charter school pass rateCharter school NCEA pass rates are out of line with state schools, new analysis shows.07 Dec 06:47 PM
New ZealandSummer temperatures hit 30CParts of the North Island are expected to hit 30 degrees today, with Hawke's Bay getting the biggest dose of the sun's rays.06 Dec 10:31 PM
New ZealandMum who lost home in fire thankful for helpA_JS291116NADNESSA040.JPG Vanessa Wihongi has faced tragedy upon tragedy but is grateful for all the help people have offered her03 Dec 01:54 AM
New ZealandShe lost her daughter and now her homeWhangarei mum was still reeling from the loss of her 15-year-old daughter when a discarded cigarette butt burned down her smoke-free home, destroying everything.29 Nov 09:34 PM
New ZealandFamily escape Whangarei house fireScreaming could be heard while flames and smoke poured out of a Northland home which was severely damaged by fire. Fire crews, ambulance 21 Nov 07:40 PM
New ZealandTrucks collide on Northland highwayState Highway 1 north of Ruakaka is down to one lane.21 Nov 06:26 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battle Raumanga house fireWhangarei fire crews are battling a large house fire in the suburb of Raumanga.21 Nov 03:51 AM
New ZealandWhangarei man wins $5.5m in LottoA Whangarei man was almost speechless after finding out he'd won $5.5 million in Lotto last week.20 Nov 11:43 PM
New Zealand'Take tsunami sirens seriously'JS141116NADQUAKE115.JPG A planned surf lesson for a group of international students at Sandy Bay went ahead yesterday after instructors 14 Nov 06:00 PM
EducationDesign school closure heartbreakingA Whangarei design school which caters for young creatives may have to close this year, because it looks likely to lose government 13 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandCar linked to attempted abductionPolice have released a detailed description of a car used in the attempted abduction of a Whangarei schoolboy.09 Nov 02:56 AM
New ZealandTwo dead in helicopter crashThe post mortem examinations for two people who died today in a helicopter crash in Northland will take place tomorrow, police say.31 Oct 02:07 AM
New ZealandFleeing driver pleads guiltyA young man with multiple convictions for failing to stop has admitted leading Whangarei police on a pursuit and reaching speeds of 30 Oct 10:58 PM
New ZealandBeach crash prompts safety adviceLifeguards have cautioned motorists to drive to conditions on Northland beaches this summer following a crash between two cars put 30 Oct 01:13 AM
New ZealandSurvivor: I felt my friend die, court toldThe man who survived being allegedly stabbed by Dustin La Mont says he felt his best friend die, a court was told today.27 Oct 04:57 AM
New ZealandMan admits $10,000 tobacco burglariesA young Whangarei man has admitted stealing tobacco products worth nearly $10,000 after breaking into two service stations. Joseph 26 Oct 08:40 PM
New ZealandHelp pours in after boy's PS3 is stolenOffers of support for 6-year-old Tyree Walters are pouring in as the hunt for his stolen PlayStation intensifies. The brave youngster 26 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandWeekend weather: Another scorcherKiwis heading out today are being advised to pack both sausages and sunscreen as a big high parks itself over the country.22 Oct 08:42 PM
New ZealandSexual violence courts to be trialledSexual violence courts aim to reduce trauma for victims.20 Oct 04:08 AM
New ZealandMum lauds free school lunch packsRachael Beardsall says she and her partner have had to go without to ensure their three children do not starve. So when she heard 19 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandBeachgoing mates turn rescuersA kitesurfer has cheated possible death after becoming tangled in his kite lines at Muriwai Beach.11 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessHospice opens larger processing centreNorthlanders' generosity is overflowing -- so much so a new processing centre and outlet shop for donated items to hospice has opened. The 10 Oct 07:30 PM
New ZealandFirefighters still in schoolSean Hay and John Wallace could be in the middle of a maths class one minute and fighting a fire the next. The Kamo High School 17-year 02 Oct 11:30 PM
