Boys' High band hit right notes at regional school rock competition
Ready, Set! from Whangārei Boys’ High School wins Smokefreerockquest regional final
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Boxer Lani Daniels’ world title fight could be her last
Whangārei boxer Lani Daniels in historic world title bout on Saturday.
Māori gains from Budget 2023 highlighted at Whangārei breakfast meeting with MPs
Government’s Māori MPs explain what the Budget has delivered to Māori in Northland
Teen jailed for five years for killing Good Samaritan who gave him a lift
Northlander Michael Biggins was giving two youths a lift when he was stabbed to death.
'Something utterly ridiculous': Business owner begins hunt for Northland's ugliest car
Melanie Kinghan has hatched another plan to liven up her Kerikeri Rd business.
Northland news in brief: Brewery win; brigade kept busy and art tackles plastic pollution
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
‘They’re good fellas’: Boaties at centre of life-saving rescue drama thank Northland helicopter crew
Skipper urges other boaties to be prepared with the right gear, training and communication
Fine weather sees delayed Northland bowls comps finally played
Janice Little wins delayed Northland Women's Centre Singles bowls title.
70 students compete at Northland Scholastic Surf trials
Northland Scholastic Surf trials see big turnout from region's schools
Northland leaders need more detail on amount of road repair funding
Budget 2023: Northland leader responds to "poor" roading repair package.
Storm-damaged roads need $185.5m of repairs - but leaders aren't holding their breath
Northland's storm-ravaged roads need $185.5m - but will today's Budget deliver?
Bay News: Russell Birdman Festival flies again
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Far North mum keeps the whānau fed, despite financial constraints
Shantelle Puru's careful budget faced ruin when $50 was lost in the supermarket carpark.
Enchanter rescuers stunned to receive highest national honour for lifesaving efforts
Top S&R honours for Northland Enchanter rescuers
Northland news in brief: Pink Ribbon morning tea; more rain, wind on way and Sistema to turn 10
News snippets from Northland.
Sea rescue: Skipper operates on crewmate, guided by surgeon via FaceTime
Northland rescue chopper crew praised for skill, professionalism.
Family friend saw 'lovely kids' day before Ruakākā deaths
A friend said nothing appeared out of the ordinary when he saw the kids on Sunday morning.
Hokianga residents take a stand against sewage plant plans saying they want their harbour water to be clean
Hearings into renewal of Kohukohu, Ōpononi treatment plant consents to last all this week.
Noisy roosters and horse deposits: Years of animal complaints in Far North prompt new bylaw
Animal complaints and problems in the Far North have gone unresolved after a bylaw lapsed.
Country rock fest returns to Bay of Islands
Last weekend’s festival was the 33rd organised by country music veteran Shirley May.
Explosive and dynamic: Theatre company thrilled to bring coming-of-age show to the North
A punk-style theatre production will be performed in Whangārei and Kerikeri soon.
Kevin Page: Being a model citizen comes with its drawbacks
Posing for a photographer causes issues for columnist Kevin Page.
Dramatic rescue as chopper plucks elderly patient from boat 240km out at sea
Northland’s Sikorsky choppers are the only ones with a big enough range for ocean rescues.
Road Safety Week 2023: Northland heroes doing their part
Northlanders urged to be 'Road Safety Heroes' for Road Safety Week.
Action from the International Rally of Whangārei in pictures
Hayden Paddon takes out eighth International Rally of Whangārei.
'Would they run out of Viagra?' Pharmac slammed for huge shortage of HRT
Northland women going through menopause are starting to suffer due to an HRT shortage.
Northland news in brief: Motorcyclist seriously injured; Hokianga wastewater hearing
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Category 1 Historic Place status wanted for Kawakawa’s Hundertwasser toilet block
Iconic toilet block has contributed to transformation of Kawakawa since opening in 1999.
Mum's surprise at visit from Kiwi rally great
A Whangārei mother got a start when Hayden Paddon called in with gifts.
Decision soon on go-ahead for Marsden Pt rail link as Govt weighs business case
The Government will make an announcement in due course on Marsden Pt rail spur.
Kaipara tree planting event to celebrate Mother's Day and help the environment
Northlanders can plant a tree Mother’s Day tomorrow.
Notable Northlanders remove barriers to sport with second-hand gear drive
New scheme ReSport is aimed at getting more Northlanders active.
58 seconds of exhilaration: A ride around Whangārei's international rally track
Reporter Brodie Stone got to experience the international rally from the passenger seat
Commerce Commission to look at why fuel in Whangārei costs so much
Reason Whangārei has some of highest fuel prices in NZ to be looked into