CrimeText from man’s phone allegedly admitted to rape - but who sent it?'I did rape a girl. 12 years old' - the alleged message said.11 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPlenty of Northland interest when Moana Pasifika play Queensland in Whangārei on FridayA Northlander will take the field against the Reds as Super Rugby hits Whangārei.11 Apr 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Rare' heart-shaped feijoa up for sale fetches $100 offer onlineIs this Northland's most expensive feijoa?11 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandWeather warning: Severe thunderstorms, rain and wind to hit NorthlandThe bad weather is forecast to hit around 6pm and last until 9am on Friday.11 Apr 12:29 AM
New ZealandKaitāia to host 25 early Ford V8s at Saturday rallyEarly Ford V8 vehicles to rally in Kaitāia10 Apr 09:44 PM
New ZealandHundertwasser Art Centre not alone in its struggles, says The Kauri MuseumA lack of funding and higher costs is impacting all, including Matakohe's Kauri Museum.10 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandApprentice Keiran Davis wins Bay of Islands’ building challengeThe Russell builder will represent the Bay at the finals in Wellington in June.10 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBig win for Far North if SH1 over Mangamukas reopens before ChristmasDelight at news Mangamukas in Far North to finally reopen before end of 2024.10 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandTruckie tries his luck on banned Brynderwyns detour routeCove Rd has reopened after a truck got stuck and blocked both lanes.10 Apr 02:17 AM
New ZealandShell-ebrations as tortoise stolen from reptile park found in Far NorthSadly, the 8-year-old iguana also stolen is still missing.09 Apr 11:59 PM
New ZealandSmiles all around at Kaitāia College special needs surf dayKaitāia College special needs students all smiles in Ahipara surf09 Apr 09:25 PM
New ZealandMan's bug horror find in late night snackWhangārei man finds cockroach in a block of Woolworth's supermarket brand cheese.09 Apr 08:16 PM
New Zealand'Pretty remarkable': 600 native frogs rehomed during Brynderwyns roading projectThere are strict protocols for construction in the environmentally sensitive Brynderwyns.09 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandExhibition to feature the works of iconic Māori modernist artists‘Māori art is burgeoning at the moment – it’s in such good health.’09 Apr 12:10 AM
New ZealandGovt’s cellphone ban in schools: What Northland principals thinkSchools say ban has had a positive effect but question whether it needed to be imposed.08 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North student wows judges at regional Shakespeare festivalThe 'golden ticket' is a chance to aim for London, Keira Brassett says.08 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North's Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe Beach Board appealing for more council supportThe board wants more resources and funding to carry out its role.08 Apr 05:00 PM
Crime'Anyone can consent, whatever their age': Defence for man accused of raping 13yo nieceThe man was babysitting his niece while her mother went to play the pokies.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPlan to be best links course in NZ after Kaitāia Golf Club shoots up golfing rankingsKaitāia Golf Club shoots up course rankings, but is aiming even higher08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthlander dies after crashing into tree in ŌkaihauEmergency services were called to a crash on Wehirua Rd around 8.30am.08 Apr 03:34 AM
New ZealandSpectators unhurt after race car crashes into safety barriers during Northland eventThe only injury is to a woman who grazed an elbow after falling backwards from the impact.08 Apr 03:24 AM
New ZealandFar North trust plans 28 units to house elderly in KaitāiaHomes for up to 56 elderly are set to be built by Kaitāia's Switzer Trust.08 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Realise I’m a bit old now': 100-year-old to pull curtain down on marathon career in RotoruaLegend has a long history with the iconic race.07 Apr 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Why waste the best years of your life': Advice for living with Parkinson'sPeter Boston, 74, says Parkinson's doesn't mean that life can't be lived and enjoyed.07 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandMotorheads revved up to see downtown street sprints in actionThousands line streets in Whangārei's CBD for Northland Street Sprints.07 Apr 02:45 AM
New ZealandRegional council plans to kill off millions in funding for sportThe fund has put $7m into Northland sports projects since 2018, but not any more.05 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandStudents add voices to School Strike 4 Climate NZ rallyStudents are demanding the Government take action to tackle climate change now.05 Apr 02:37 AM
New ZealandNorthland police seek witnesses after horror two-car crash in WaipuSeven people were injured in the crash and four of them were children.05 Apr 02:14 AM
New ZealandDaylight Saving Time ends soon - but don’t make it a big deal, sleep doctor saysDaylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, April 7, but debate about its use continues.04 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandA warm meal eaten with friends best part of Healthy School Lunches, students sayThe Health School Lunches programme Ka Ora Ka Ako does more than feed the hungry.04 Apr 03:30 AM
New ZealandFire chief says Waipu crash was 'difficult' scene as drivers trapped and children hurt'It’s been a while since we attended a serious incident of this nature.'04 Apr 02:12 AM
New ZealandDead ducks and seagulls in Whangārei suburb victims of natural causesHot, dry weather in March is believed to have caused an avian botulism outbreak.04 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandSurfer shares heartfelt thanks after reunion with rescuersA reunion for surfer who suffered a cardiac arrest in the waves at Mangawhai Heads.03 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandStudents as young as 11 being excluded for vaping compels education programmeRubicon has developed an eight-week programme for students in Year 7-9.03 Apr 05:00 PM
