New ZealandCalls for sightings of whale with line tangled around tail off Northland coastThe whale is believed to be able to breathe as its head and fins are free from the line.21 Nov 07:09 PM
KahuWhangārei iwi threaten occupation if housing development goes aheadA 93-house development is planned on Ōnoke Hill, a well-known site in Kamo.21 Nov 05:28 PM
New Zealand'She has to go everywhere with me': Pet chicken frequents job sites and cafes in WhangāreiNorthlander Clark Ha has a special bond with a chicken called Yuki.21 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland house prices join trend in nationwide growthWhangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.21 Nov 01:03 AM
New Zealand'Hospice had our back': Family praises support service as calls for more funding riseNorthland hospice services are facing tough decisions due to cost-of-living pressures.20 Nov 10:23 PM
New ZealandSome Kaipara road slips from February storms could take three years to fixThere are 71 slips still impacting Kaipara roads after multiple severe weather events.20 Nov 08:04 PM
New ZealandTwo people with critical injuries in hospital after serious crashPair with critical injuries hospitalised after serious crash.20 Nov 12:38 AM
OpinionWhangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Brynderwyn bypass upgrade vitalFrom the mayor's office: Build it and they shall come... but how will they get here?19 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The isolated north': Business leaders call for urgent investment in critical road infrastructureNorthland businesses are rallying to get better state highways for the 'isolated north'.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland news in brief: Baby death unexplained, housing meeting and tattoo project fundingNews snippets from across Northland.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandGreat day for 2023 Kerikeri Half Marathon, but popular Kerikeri Street Party postponedA little rain didn't dampen the spirits of Kerikeri Half Marathon runners and walkers.18 Nov 11:37 PM
New ZealandRates due on Monday, but Northlanders are strugglingNorthland council rates are due on Monday, but many are struggling to pay.18 Nov 11:07 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from Northland: Critical dog attack injury, Science for Sociopaths and tourism websiteNews snippets from Northland.17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIt's not your average animal farm: Meet the couple building a unique paradiseThe effort is worth it when the couple see looks of 'absolute delight and huge smiles'.17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhangārei Hospital at capacity: Staff say the rebuild will be no betterA cardiologist who works there says the hospital is not a healing or healthy space.17 Nov 04:00 PM
Kahu'You’ve come too far not to go further': The young mayor sparking change in the Far NorthMoko Tepania said it has been a "hell of a year" but there's plenty more to do.16 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandWoman 'lucky' to survive after car crashes with truckPolice are continuing to investigate the crash south of Kaikohe on Wednesday.16 Nov 01:42 AM
New ZealandHamilton man wins big at Young Plumber awardsA Hamilton apprentice has won big at industry awards.15 Nov 11:11 PM
New ZealandPouto teens to play international netball tournamentThe team is the first from Kaipara to attend the prestigious netball tournament.15 Nov 11:00 PM
KahuToxin warning for Northland shellfish gatherers'The consequences are too serious to run the risk.'15 Nov 05:58 PM
New Zealand'Dreadful day': WWII survivor cheats death again, loses home in devastating fireAn 80-year-old house fire survivor shares his challenging experiences.15 Nov 05:33 PM
New ZealandFar North landowner agrees not to dig wāhi tapu sand dunesThe occupation started when the landowner planned to use a digger to widen an accessway.15 Nov 03:35 AM
New ZealandBlazes on islands sparks warning about lighting firesA fire on an island makes responses from firefighters difficult.14 Nov 11:00 PM
New Zealand'I just want some closure': Family of farmer killed with poisoned port seek clues two years on"It seems it’s just going to be a mystery forever, like one of those cold cases."14 Nov 07:36 PM
New ZealandRookie lifeguards make a splash at Waipū CoveThe teens had a full-on weekend developing their life-saving skills at Waipū Cove.14 Nov 01:50 AM
New Zealand'Get out there and do some scouting': Growers told to watch out for fall armywormNorthland's relatively warm climate suits the pest, which can eat 350-plus plant species.13 Nov 09:47 PM
New ZealandJibbitz trades ending in tears triggers ban at schoolsYoung students "emotionally can't cope" with Jibbitz trades.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew study aims to find effective meth treatments for mana whenua“We want to know their story on what works and doesn’t, and if not, then why?”13 Nov 01:25 AM
New ZealandSummer spike in bad dog behaviour sparks reminder about canine etiquetteNorthland councils see a spike in complaints about bad dog behaviour every summer.12 Nov 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCalls for accountability for shoddy roads grow as motorists tire of forking outWaka Kotahi hasn't accepted any claims for vehicle damage in three years.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'There is hope': How a man transformed a life of depressionNorthland mental health survivor comes out about his struggles and eventual transformation12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamily fun day a success as thousands show their support for emergency servicesKids and adults had fun at the Emergency Services Family Fun Day at Kensington Park.12 Nov 01:49 AM
New ZealandNZ Events Association votes Whangārei’s Northland Events Centre the best in the countryWhere's the best events venue in the country? Right here in Northland!11 Nov 11:38 PM
New ZealandA doctor, an island and oil: The olive journey of Peter CrelinstenPeter’s connection with olives harks back to the Maltese island Gozo in the Mediterranean.11 Nov 11:17 PM
