New Zealand‘Absolutely a massive deal’: $51.5m Kaikohe housing plan unveiledThe project aims to deliver 100 affordable rental homes by mid-2027.21 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Her smile will forever be locked in my mind’: Family’s heartbreak after toddler's deathHer parents say the nearly 2-year-old was bright, curious and full of love.21 Oct 04:38 AM
New ZealandCause of Whangārei Hospital carpark inferno that damaged 27 cars under investigation'Initial reports were of ignition of grass in a carpark by a vehicle’s exhaust.'21 Oct 04:21 AM
New ZealandClose call: Snow Tane seeks recount after 21-vote Kaipara mayoral lossThe contender would be filing today at Whangārei District Court for a judicial recount.20 Oct 05:02 AM
New ZealandDIA says it can’t probe outgoing Kaipara mayor’s election complaintThe department says only police or courts can act on alleged election offences.20 Oct 02:04 AM
New Zealand'Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity': Whangārei eyes global creative recognitionWhangārei's bicultural and community-led creativity will underpin its global bid.19 Oct 05:23 PM
Crime‘You chose violence’: Life sentence for woman who killed cousin in jealous rageSaralee Moke died from multiple stab wounds at Houhora Heads Holiday Park in April 2024.19 Oct 04:00 AM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: NZ's 19 Michelin-level hotels, luxury giveaways, rose festivals and moreKeep up with travel this week.18 Oct 06:15 PM
New ZealandNew rules aim to cut forestry deaths after grim 2024 safety recordWorkSafe released the code in August after consulting with stakeholders. 18 Oct 04:00 PM
Crime'Dogs will be dogs attitude won't do': Owner jailed after mate mauled to death by hungry pets'I hate the way in which he was taken,' Neville Thomson's grieving son. 17 Oct 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘The work now begins’: Couper takes Whangārei’s top job after election winVince Cocurullo exits after 12 years on council and one term as mayor.17 Oct 07:34 AM
PoliticsTight margins and upsets mark final local election resultsHelen Lash retained Westland’s mayoralty by just eight votes in the final count.17 Oct 01:37 AM
CrimeNorthland leader admits assaulting two women in Whangārei incidentThe person who admitted the two charges cannot be named, for now.16 Oct 11:58 PM
New ZealandKaipara council backs mayor’s complaint over how election was runŌtamatea councillor Mark Vincent walked out, calling the meeting a farce.16 Oct 10:34 PM
New Zealand‘Enough is enough’: Firefighters strike nationwide, warnings of serious delaysAbout 2000 firefighters walked off the job for an hour from midday.16 Oct 08:23 PM
AucklandTwo dead after car and truck crash on BrynderwynsThe serious crash forced the closure of the main Northland route early this morning.16 Oct 06:10 PM
Crime‘You’re over, kiddy killer’: Emotions erupt as mother faces man who caused 3yo's deathReign Puriri died after falling from the window of a vehicle being driven by his uncle.16 Oct 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘So much for democracy’: Councillor slams mayor’s 11th-hour election moveElectoral officer Dale Ofsoske says in 40 years he’s never seen one called.15 Oct 11:30 PM
New Zealand‘Focus on sustainably grown timber’: Ikea company buys forests in NorthIngka Investments' 12,900ha deal covers nine forests, subject to OIO approval.15 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'If I hit my kid in the head, I go to jail': Ban under-14s from contact sports – expertsThe Elephant is an online video series about the controversial topics we often avoid. 15 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeAllegations of sexism and bullying levelled at senior police officer upheld by IPCA probeThe officer’s behaviour amounted to serious misconduct with most allegations upheld. 14 Oct 11:02 PM
New ZealandPolice freeze Auckland properties worth $36m tied to deadly meth-laced Honey Bear Beer The action follows Aiden Sagala’s 2023 death after he unwittingly drank meth‑laced beer. 14 Oct 09:31 PM
New ZealandA 'space jellyfish' captivated stargazers across the North Island. What was it?A strange cloud formation wafted across the sky at dawn.14 Oct 06:27 PM
New Zealand‘Democracy is alive and well’: Whangārei Heads locals proud of top voter turnoutWhangārei Heads' 58.9% turnout leads all wards in the district this election.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHouse prices fall again as Auckland leads nationwide declinesAuckland led the slide, with average values down 2.5% to $1.19m.13 Oct 11:27 PM
CrimeJudge gives teen kidnapper huge discount saying ‘17-year-olds don’t deserve to be in jail' The victim was lost on Christmas Eve when Kava Peihopa came across him on the roadside.13 Oct 08:29 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandInside the new councillors' to-do lists: What each wants done in Auckland this termProblems with roaming dogs are a high priority for two councillors.13 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHunt unseats Stolwerk as voters back change in Northland council shake-upPeter-Lucas Jones, Tui Shortland and Rick Stolwerk have been ousted from their roles.13 Oct 05:00 AM
PoliticsHow tiny margins flipped councils – and ended big-city dynastiesJonathan Larsen looks set to edge Snow Tane by just five votes in Kaipara.13 Oct 01:48 AM
New ZealandStorm risk for South Island as muggy warmth lingers in the northAucklanders endured a sticky night with temperatures holding at 17C until dawn.12 Oct 08:52 PM
New ZealandSeven injured after crash north of WhangareiFive people were taken to Whangārei Hospital after the two-car crash.12 Oct 05:46 PM
New Zealand Landslide re-election for Moko Tepania as Far North Mayor confirms prioritiesMoko Tepania won with 10502 votes, over 3600 ahead of rival Ann Court.12 Oct 05:00 AM
Crime'He had no chance': 82yo bound, gagged during violent home invasionLevi Tangimetua was sentenced for six years, nine months but thinks it was too harsh. 12 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhangārei waits: Mayoral rivals' lead switch in election-race nail-biterKen Couper and Vince Cocurullo have swapped places in the tight mayoral contest.12 Oct 03:46 AM
