Latest from Whangarei

Family hit by burglary after life-changing cancer diagnosis

The Hughes family were already struggling financially after the diagnosis and treatment.

Brynderwyn Hills to stay shut after ill-fated attempt at reopening

Recurring slip thwarts plans for four-hour reopening of SH1 tonight.

Police investigating carjacking in Onerahi

The offenders are understood to have presented a weapon and taken the victim's vehicle.

Thieves dig themselves a hole after stealing digger with GPS tracker attached

Two men will appear in the Whangārei District Court charged with burglary.

Northland’s State of Emergency today

Huge rainfall expected overnight mostly bypassed Northland, no major damage reported.

Northland couple share tips on how to enjoy life in a motorhome

A Northland couple share tips on how to survive life on the road in a motorhome.

Northland state of emergency: What you need to know

Floodwater may be contaminated with sewage, so avoid walking or swimming in it.

No Titewhai, a new PM: What will it mean for Waitangi?

Impact of Titewhai Harawira's passing and Jacinda Ardern's resignation is not yet known.

Proposed Far North water rating change may hit ratepayers in the pocket

Far North District Council seeking feedback on changing water rating to share costs.

Thousands flock to Kamo Touch-A-Truck fundraiser for local fire brigades

While many long weekend events fell foul to the weather, the trucks ploughed ahead.

'Matriarch of the north' Titewhai Harawira laid to rest in Whakapara

Hundreds turn out to farewell and honour the legacy of Titewhai Harawira.

Wild weather: Parts of State Highway 1 still remain closed

Motorists still face major delays as main roads remain closed in places.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms: Civil Defence urges Northlanders to prepare

More bad weather is on the way for battered region.

Closed roads stops Herald and Advocate paper deliveries in Northland

A credit will be provided to those people whose paper is unable to be delivered today.

News in brief: Krishna festival, Touch a Truck going ahead despite bad weather

News snippets from Northland

Dalmatian heritage strong in Far North District Council decision-making

Dalmatian descendants play a distinctive role in Far North local government.

Kensington Bowling Club planning its centenary bash

A two-day tournament and dinner to mark bowling club's centenary.

Mystery behind a Whangārei island's strange door unlocked

Sorry to disappoint -but no pirates or villains are behind the story of the island's door.