Today's latest news
Woman’s despair when she realised pet dog named after late daughter was stolen
Ingrid Vandooren says the loss of her pet would have been unbearable.
Banned fraudster fails again, recruitment firm owes $8.4 million
The company employed a lot of immigrant workers as contractors now owed money.
One person treated for smoke inhalation after house fire in Raumanga
A person was treated for smoke inhalation after a house fire in Raumunga this afternoon
'We're marching to a promised land': Hīkoi attracts thousands in Whangārei
It's only day two but the Government is already nervous, hīkoi organisers say.
Iwi goes to solar energy to power dozens of retirement villages
Ngāpuhi Investments in joint venture to supply energy exclusively to Ryman Healthcare.
Comment: Race for avocados strikes bum note
OPINION: Kevin Page is in pursuit of avocados for his beloved.
'He was made to feel like a nobody': Troubled life of 12-year-old who took his own life
Boy's death is one of six suspected youth suicides the coroner is examining in Whangārei.
'For everyone': Hīkoi organisers promote unity on first day of action
Hīkoi is about standing up for Te Tiriti, which will help everyone thrive, organisers say.
Police to stop search for swimmer missing since October 21
The 83-year-old has not been seen since October 19.
'Last place I wanted to be': Concussion left Blues cult hero fearing All Blacks call-up
Tom Robinson retired from rugby earlier this year, aged 30.
Spring spruce-up for Kaitāia to welcome summer visitors after Mangamuka reopens
Kaitāia gearing up for big town spring clean for state highway reopening.
Regional cash for upgrades to Rātana and Waitangi cultural sites of significance
Ratana Marae and Waitangi Treaty Grounds receive regional funding.
'Police will take action': Warning to protesters starting convoys today
Protest organised by advocacy group Toitū te Tiriti started at Cape Rēinga this morning.
Unleashing Whangārei’s water sport potential: Vince Cocurullo
OPINION: 'Any project we consider must reflect the needs of our community.'
Bowel cancers detected at early stage in successful Te Tai Tokerau Bowel Screening Programme
Te Tai Tokerau Bowel Screening Programme saving lives with 89 cancer cases detected
Hunt v Paddon for the win in final leg of International Rally in Whangārei
Hunt only needed to maintain second place to beat Paddon for the trophy.
Dog in car taken from shop injured but reunited with owner
A dog is safely back with her owner after thief steals car.
Springs Flat roundabout could enable new supermarket, shopping centre and houses
A new supermarket and shopping centre will be enabled by the proposed SH1 roundabout.
‘Simple truths’ at the supermarket: Joe Bennett
Opinion: 'We do rank poems and poets, simply by going back to them.'
Opinion: Disabled people must be at the heart of decision-making
Opinion: Leadership of disabled people must be embedded at every level.
Balancing antioxidants and free radicals for healthier living - Carolyn Hansen
OPINION: Managing stress with exercise and meditation practices is beneficial.
'Return the stolen money': Elite private school refused to refund scam victim's 'tainted' $50K
Victim believes the school has a moral duty not to keep money from an alleged criminal.
40 Years, 40 People and 40 Objects at Whangārei Museum - Our Treasures
The exhibition in the newly refreshed space will open on November 17.
Trump fallout: Can Northland expect influx of US citizens?
'They still need us': the Northland Federated Farmers president is calm about tariffs.
'Chronically underfunded': DoC asks public to pay to save critically endangered species
DoC has enlisted the help of a fundraising organisation to back some critical projects.
New whānau health clinic helps those not enrolled with a GP
The Whangārei CBD nurse-led clinic aims to meet Northland's high health needs.
Kiwi Christmas Books wants Northlanders to donate new books for region's kids
The charity has three Northland stores collecting books this festive season.
Beautiful Bay of Islands backdrop for Graeme Dingle Foundation's Drop For Youth skydive
The Far North's Courtney Keenan does a skydive for the Graeme Dingle Foundation.