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Boatie who sank historic Russell ferry pleads guilty
The crash sank a historic ferry and critically injured its skipper Bill Elliot, 77.
One dead in crash south of Whangārei
Third fatal crash in Northland in two days claims fourth life.
'Beloved husband', promising teen: Tributes for two killed in rally crash
The rally driver and his co-pilot died on Sunday after their car was submerged in a river.
Logging truck crash blocks main Brynderwyns detour less than 24 hours after closure
A truck has crashed on day one of the Brynderwyns detour routes.
Teen killed in Far North crash: Police warn about wet weather
The rain after weeks of dry weather is said to have contributed to the crash.
Don't forget your roots: Far North marae linked to Six60 lead to start nationwide tour
Mangawhai, Opononi, Te Kao and Kaitāiā will host the world-class act.
Fight against invasive seaweed caulerpa boosted by $5m Govt funding
Northlanders have been urging the Government to step up its investment to fight caulerpa.
Māori golfer Kyle Mahi tees up for a shot at New Zealand Open
'It’s quite special to not only represent Māori, but also my whakapapa.'
Northland news in brief: Shearer Toa Henderson smashes record; person injured in downtown assault
The latest news bites from around the region.
Whangārei Heads' lower speed limits to be reviewed amid backlash
Local councillor reminding people not everybody can have what they want.
Window into the world before Christianity restored after lost taonga found 200 years later
There are more than 16,000 taonga Māori in overseas museums.
One of Northland’s last surviving WWII veterans dies aged 101
Guest served in Egypt and Italy before returning to the family farm in Motukauri.
Rescue of critically injured surfer shows importance of Mangawhai surf club
The lifeguard's rescue was text-book thanks to fortunate timing and training.
Person dies in Far North crash: SH10 reopens
Emergency services are responding to a crash on SH10 near Cottle Drive.
'Terrible tragedy’: Two dead in crash at motorsport rally event in Northland
The pair were involved in a single-car incident that saw their vehicle leave the road.
ArtBeat 2024 at the Whangārei Town Basin
Northland's biggest free interactive art festival drew in a huge crowd keen to get creative.
Whangārei Lotto player wins big in Saturday night draw
However, Powerball wasn't won, meaning $10m is up for grabs on Wednesday.
Joe Bennett: Technology is always changing and change is daunting
Opinion: People feel powerless before it and threatened by it.
Trial date set for man accused of fatal crash resulting in teen's death
The 17-year-old died in a two-car collision in June 2023.
Mākutu may have led to return of taonga stolen from museum
Kaitāia’s Te Ahu Museum may increase security after a taonga was stolen.
News in brief: Surfing for Farmers is back; Kāeo Bridge opens
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Opinion: Breaking down barriers in New Zealand
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No room for error: What it’s really like driving the Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd detour route
Reporter Jenny Ling takes a road trip along a Brynderwyns detour to see what it's like.
'A constant stress': Residents' health affected by truck-riddled Brynderwyns detour route
Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd residents prepare for onslaught of trucks during Brynderwyns detour.
'World's most predictable problem': SH1 Brynderwyns closure angers truckies
A group representing NZ trucking firms is calling for long-term transport planning.
'Admiring' young fans lend their support to Blues ahead of Fijian Drua clash
'I want to be like them and play rugby at the top level some day.'
Excitement over Dargaville's first Pizza Hut store
On some nights due to demand they had run out of freshly made dough.