New ZealandHow Northland creatives are turning Black Friday into something uniquely KiwiHelena Bay Gallery showcases works from more than 150 New Zealand artists.27 Nov 05:14 PM
New ZealandHundreds of Northland council jobs in limbo as regional reforms spark concernThe plan would scrap all 11 regional councils for mayor‑led boards.27 Nov 12:01 AM
New Zealand'We need commitment': 17,000 health staff, 2000 firefighters set for another strikeThe industrial action follows failed mediation after last month's nationwide mega-strike.26 Nov 10:02 PM
EntertainmentAgeing rockers, the Queen of Christmas and a dead guitarist: Who MPs want to see at Eden ParkNZ politicians pick the acts they’d love to see on stage as concert push grows.26 Nov 09:10 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings as South Island braces for severe conditionsUp to 230mm of rain is forecast for Westland and the Canterbury headwaters.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom retail to renown: Award-winning Whangārei artist finds voice through whakapapaStudying te reo Māori reshaped Josh Kiwikiwi's sense of identity and transformed his art.25 Nov 05:00 AM
SportFrom cricket to the fairway: Northland trio unofficially claim unique world recordNorthland trio smash world record with daring 261m bare-handed golf ball catch.25 Nov 01:00 AM
CrimeWoman injured in overnight assault at Whangārei homePolice are appealing for sightings of a vehicle leaving the scene at speed.25 Nov 12:23 AM
New Zealand‘One tragic moment’: Family mourns 11yo and young brother-in-law after fatal fishing tripJason Paul Wharerau, 11, was found in the water near Parauwanui Beach.24 Nov 10:15 PM
CrimeAppeal Court upholds Northland meth dealer’s jail termPolice linked Carlyn Anderson to nearly a kilogram of meth sold in two Northland towns.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsExpelled Te Pāti Māori MP claims spending was under budget amid overspend allegationsAn email reportedly from Parliamentary Service says the MP came in under budget.24 Nov 05:52 AM
PremiumPremiumCrypto‘I am winning’: Eric Watson defiant after latest US court lossEmbattled businessman speaks from Mallorca of his AI-assisted self-representation.24 Nov 01:12 AM
New ZealandDrivers to slow to 30km/h as new school highway speed zones activatedWoodhill, Ngātaki, Oruaiti and five other schools will see new limits from this week.23 Nov 11:53 PM
New ZealandRotorua businesses rally to help Cebu family rebuild after deadly disastersThe family stayed in tents as their home was 'completely destroyed'. 23 Nov 10:05 PM
New ZealandNorthland schools push back on Govt’s move to drop Te Tiriti obligationThe Education Act 2020 was amended this month to drop the Treaty duty of school boards.23 Nov 10:03 PM
New ZealandSearch continues for person who fell from rocks near Cape RēingaThe missing person fell from the rocks at Tapotupoto Bay near Cape Rēinga.23 Nov 05:45 PM
CrimeA secret sex offender said he was 'proud of his life', sparking a victim to break her silenceA second victim also came forward and now Geoffrey Miller has been sent to prison.23 Nov 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘He felt embarrassed and ashamed’: The hidden toll of losing your jobNorthland had the country’s highest Jobseeker Support rate at 11.4% in September.22 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsRebel voices: How Te Pāti Māori outcasts claim mediation turned sourMariameno Kapa-Kingi reveals that she initiated her own reconciliation with MPs. 22 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleAli Campbell returns to Northland for Waitangi weekend UB40 showThe UK singer vividly recalls reading the Treaty of Waitangi during a Northland visit.22 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandLithium batteries likely cause of Whangārei warehouse blazeFire crews battled the blaze with 11 teams at its height on Tuesday night.22 Nov 12:30 AM
New ZealandLawyer opens free iwi-based legal clinic in TaurangaThe 2025 Tower Local Hero Medallist has partnered with Ngāti Ranginui and the CAB.21 Nov 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: Why Air NZ’s CEO might need to travel moreOPINION: It's getting hard to remain silent about the national icon. 21 Nov 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘Dad was very much a helper’: Family honours Wayne Semenoff’s legacyThe 76-year-old died in a farming accident on his Broadwood farm earlier this month.21 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandRāhui scaled back as search for missing man nears 'last stages'Searchers have spent a week scouring waters after two fishers failed to return.21 Nov 08:30 PM
EducationEast Auckland school mourns principal’s death after cancer battleHe led Pakūranga College from 2009 until his retirement in early 2024.20 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDick Move, Earth Tongue and Foley among 20 to get new NZOA gig fundingThis $500,000 pilot fund is designed to help local artists take their music on the road.19 Nov 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Everyone is frightened': The Elephant debates what defines a woman Dame Susan Devoy says she's changed her mind – if you identify as a woman, you can be one.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMotorist spots blaze that damaged Whangārei warehouseFire investigator Greg Hartwell said no sprinklers or alarms were installed.19 Nov 12:52 AM
New ZealandNorthland schools impacted after asbestos found in play sandWhangārei Primary School closed on Tuesday to allow for testing of at least 10 classrooms.18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSmoke advisory lifted after major Port Whangārei warehouse fireBuilding is used for the storage and installation of solar panels and lithium batteries.18 Nov 07:42 AM
TravelEnjoy European charm for a fraction of the price in this lesser-visited spotThis destination may earn raised eyebrows from family and friends, but it's a true gem.18 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolitical leaders mourn Monty Knight, the man who put Kaitāia on the mapKnight, 80, was allegedly murdered in the Far North on Sunday.18 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Fully open': Brynderwyn Hills complete after crews beat the clockThe planned second SH1 closure from November 20 to 23 is no longer needed.17 Nov 10:00 PM
