Far North fights 100 fires so far this year - despite total fire ban
"Some in our communities are choosing to blatantly ignore the risks."
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Player retention a priority for new-look academy
The new academy system represents a step forward for the union at the age-group level.
Six60 in Whangārei: What you need to know
The Kiwi band will be supported by LAB, Sons of Zion and Vayne.
News snippets from Northland
SH1 closed over Mangamukas for resurfacing, more Lotto Luck.
Mussels cook to death as temperatures soar in Northland
Mussels cook to death - as temperatures soar in Northland
Gwen Lawson: Junior singles titles up for grabs
Three Northland bowling greens will see plenty of action this weekend.
NZ Post in Whangārei is on the move
New NZ Post location in Whangārei raises parking concerns.
Poutō Lighthouse Challenge backing cancer fight
Poutō is a special place and this weekend's event is raising funds for a special cause.
Multi-million dollar urban growth corridor Northland to Auckland on the cards
The corridor would be the second in NZ.
Northland drought: $80,000 support a good start
Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor declared a drought on Tuesday.
Young landlubbers get taste of Navy life on Waitangi Day
Students from Whangārei and Kaitaia spent Waitangi Day on Navy vessel.
Te Tii Marae connected to broadband thanks to PGF
The marae in Waitangi is one of 17 in Northland connected through PGF funding.
Antique roadshow heading to Kerikeri
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Mental skills key for new north zone rugby academy
The new academy will be the base for 12 representatives of Northland's young rugby talent.
Stan Semenoff Logging keeps transport licence
A decision to revoke the transport licence for a Northland truck company has been dropped.
Dog attack: 33 sheep killed by roaming canine
Sheep had their "throats ripped out or their faces caved in", others drowned in a creek.
Man on trial in Whangārei for murder
Young Northlander died of two stab wounds to his chest during an argument.
Far North mayor admits his council should have done more on water
Government declares drought in Northland with $80,000 in support.
'The Hub' basketball court valuable for all
The courts proved a popular attraction on a good day in Kaikohe on Saturday.
Man at centre of three-hour standoff sentenced
After three hours and as police moved into a property, Hiko Komene gave himself up.
Whangārei water restrictions likely
Whangārei District Council is preparing to help other regions.
Unpaid road user charges: Northland company owes $530,000
Company operated at least 68 truck and trailer units which were liable for road charges.
Big changes needed for regional development: Infrastructure NZ
INZ CEO Paul Blair says Northlanders need vision for the future of their region.
Dogged defence force: NZ's four-legged wildlife protectors
Meet the front line of New Zealand's defence against millions of insatiable killers.
Protest to raise awareness about Arms Legislation Bill
Protest to raise awareness about Arms Legislation Bill making its way through Parliament.
Work starts on new $24 million unit at Whangārei Hospital
Work starts on new $24 million unit at Whangārei Hospital.
Croquet's best assemble in Northland
Some of the country's best croquet players from five different regions came to Northland.
Listen to your body - Woman's message after ovarian cancer diagnosis
Andrea Cameron is urging women to be aware of the symptoms and see a doctor.
Northland news in brief: Lottery results, Far North scrub fires and Waipū skatepark
News snippets from Northland
Pio Terei supports literacy campaign in Northland with reading on decline
Pio Terei visited The Warehouse in Whangārei on Saturday to read to kids.
Māori urged to get behind Northland infrastructure projects
Māori urged to get behind Northland infrastructure projects.