New ZealandMother and son killed after car hits tree, bursts into flamesDespite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.23 Jan 10:12 PM
New ZealandTwo people dead after car hits tree, bursts into flamesFirefighters and police were called to the crash in Otaika around 1am.23 Jan 06:27 PM
New ZealandBack to school: Can you guess the school with the highest predicted roll growth?Northland's student population is sitting at 31,118.23 Jan 05:00 PM
Crime'It is disgusting... sadistic': Drug dealer films himself throwing puppy off 20m cliffPolice found the video on Karena Panui’s phone after searching his house for drugs.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandIwi plan to stop popular Far North fishing competition, slamming it as 'disrespectful'However, Ngāti Kahu's chair says the views shared are not an official statement from iwi.23 Jan 02:49 AM
New ZealandTrapped by tide: Surf lifeguards rescue family clinging to rocksA high tide and large swells trapped the family inside a cave during a beach outing.23 Jan 01:31 AM
New ZealandBack to school: Fewer Northland families homeschooling, principal believes affordability to blameAs of 2023, 10,817 children were home-educated - about 1.2 per cent of all enrolled kids.22 Jan 07:50 PM
New ZealandHolidaymaker horrified after child seen hanging on to moving car at beachA child was seen standing on the vehicle's running board, hanging on to the window.22 Jan 05:00 PM
CrimeClass one meth dealer was 'ready, willing and able to sell to anyone'The woman, pregnant with her seventh child, was involved in the heart of a meth operation.22 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandCentenarian and world’s oldest park-runner celebrates 100-year birthday with 5km loopColin Thorne knocked off the major milestone to celebrate turning 100.22 Jan 03:52 AM
New ZealandHow a youngster is calling on politicians for safer weed-spraying on school groundsNot only did Henry Bedell present to council, he also wrote to the Minister of Health.22 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandNorthland mum of two fundraises for last-chance cancer drugNorthlander Cherie Coker will do anything to spend more time with her young children.22 Jan 12:43 AM
New ZealandThe car most stolen in Northland revealedData shows that vehicle thefts peak between 10pm and 5am.21 Jan 11:51 PM
New ZealandSH1 Brynderwyns closure gives time to prepare - Whangārei MayorOPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.21 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandConcerns SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure will see safety compromisedRoadworks are being done on detours, but not everyone believes they'll be up to scratch.21 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandDerelict scout den in Onerahi goes down in flamesResidents say Onerahi Scout Den sat derelict for years ahead of fire.21 Jan 02:32 AM
New ZealandChromebooks, shoes, uniforms and stationery - the overwhelming list returnsBetween stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.21 Jan 12:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLooking for Treasure: How a popular Pātaua campsite became a sought-after gemAs Treasure Island's owner looks to move on, a new book captures the vast memories.19 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from Northland - Moth plant and rook warningsNews snippets from Northland19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland movement inspires rescue equipment on beaches across countryThe move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.19 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandKeeping it interesting: Northlanders' dining habits revealed in new reportNorthlanders are demanding more from their dining experiences according to a new report.19 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Mum would've loved that': Calls to restore and protect Dame Whina Cooper's former homeCooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.19 Jan 12:32 AM
New ZealandNorthland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekendsHolidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.18 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Anxious, worried and fearful': Residents open up about Kāinga Ora developmentsKāinga Ora says it has high standards for its new homes, which will benefit tenants.18 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat the?! Discovery of unusual snake-like animal mystifies dogwalkers'The way it was lying made it look like a snake. Neither of us wanted to get too close...'18 Jan 04:25 AM
New ZealandFans proving popular as sales spike amid humid weatherBad news - muggy overnight temperatures will continue until Sunday.18 Jan 03:51 AM
New ZealandSafety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after deathPole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.18 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandSH1 blocked by two-car crash at TopuniThe crash between Auckland and Whangārei occurred at midday on Thursday.18 Jan 12:58 AM
New ZealandDedicated volunteer's last act helps family devastated by fireA house-lot of goods has been donated in honour of Eric Bettridge.17 Jan 10:46 PM
New Zealand'She was purple': Teenagers happy to help rescue diver at PātauaA young couple were among those who helped rescue diver Potoz Morunga Rudolph.17 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm not doing well with this': Pet rabbit killed in Poroti fireThe garage fire destroyed all the family's goods, which were packed up ready for a move.17 Jan 02:56 AM
New ZealandQuick action by the public helps foil burglary at sports shopAfter calls from witnesses, police arrived on the scene only seconds later.17 Jan 01:04 AM
Kahu$6.6m for Far North iwi Ngāti Kuri for vital environmental workNgāti Kuri gets $6.6 million for land restoration and save taonga species16 Jan 08:23 PM
New ZealandHomeless trespassed from downtown Whangārei streetsA homeless man says he is prevented from accessing the city's only day shelter.16 Jan 05:00 PM
