Search for whale tangled in rope called off for the day
Rope around the whale's head means it is not able to move freely, though it can breathe.
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Protests as DoC prepares for 1080 drop
Protests against the use of 1080 poison will be held in several Northland towns tomorrow.
Jack Goodhue retains place in All Blacks
Jack Goodhue's great form sees him retain place in All Blacks
Rescuers on way to help whale tangled in rope in Bay of Islands
Rescuers are on the way to help humpback whale tangled in rope in Bay of Islands.
Two life-saving defibrillators for Hikurangi
Two life-saving defibrillators for Hikurangi community.
Haruru fire victims thank firefighters, neighbours
Auto workshop had been open only two weeks when it was destroyed by fire
Disabled athletes can seek scholarships
Paralympic gold medallist Cameron Leslie backs Parafed grants.
Three Northlanders in Kiwis squad to face Kangaroos
Three Northlanders in Kiwis squad to face Kangaroos
Spiritual leader's massive new $35m NZ base
Ilchi Lee plans to spend up to $35m building 'Earth Village' near Puketi Forest.
Bay News: Waterfall walk for Alzheimers
A round-up of news snippets, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and the Mid North
Fresh ideas for fresh young Northland minds
An interactive career expo, is in Whangārei on September 19 and Kerikeri on September 20.
Far North Mayor, councillor head to China to talk business
Council reps to meet company behind what could be NZ's biggest ever tourism investment.
Taniwha prepare to take on Otago
Taniwha determined to bounceback against Otago in Dunedin on Friday.
Northland schools to get $16m in upgrades
Three Northland schools will get 10 extra classrooms between them.
Budding scientists scoop Far North awards
Projects about bee mites, horse nutrition and natural remedies the big winners.
New group puts NorthPort back on agenda
Ports advisory group chair said having the first meeting at NorthPort ''sent a message''.
Three arrests after P labs bust in North
Two young children living at a Tokerau Beach rental property where police say P was made.
Super Rugby game coming to Mid North
Rugby bosses to choose between Kerikeri and Kaikohe, if council agrees to underwrite event
Taniwha snatch victory over Taranaki with last minute penalty
Taniwha snatch victory over Taranaki with last minute penalty
Stunning performances seen at champs
Stunning performances seen at Northland Gymnastic Championships
Civic Honour Award winners announced
Four Whangārei residents have been recognised for their community contributions.
Mycoplasma bovis understood to be in Kaipara
Ashley Cullen is urging Northland farmers to register for NAIT.
Taniwha to take on Taranaki at home
Northland squad to play Taranaki in Mitre 10 Cup match
Ex-offenders ready, willing and able to work
The words of two ex-crims who now have work and therefore hope brought down the house
Northlanders dig deep for Daffodil Day
Daffodil Day collectors are out in force across Northland.
$460M for Northland transport for next three years, but no four laning of SH1 - yet
$460m for Northland transport for next three years, but no four laning of SH1 - yet.
Progress made on dog pound conditions
Dogs at both pounds will soon be given half an hour's exercise a day, council says.
What's on: Jazz and a benefit concert in Kerikeri, lots on in the North this weekend
Events and happenings in Northland from Friday, August 31 to Thursday, September 6.
Kiwi numbers growing in Opua State Forest
Pest control efforts credited as kiwi numbers boom in state forest.
Plenty of places for Northlanders to donate for Daffodil Day
Events are planned around the region for Daffodil Day
Daffodil Day dedication for 16-year-old
Northland mum's Daffodil Day commitment for late daughter.