Northland Rugby's future home rapidly taking shape
"To say we're excited is an understatement," says NRU chief executive Cameron Bell.
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Rāwhiti hapū win national biosecurity award
Bay of Islands Māori land trust working to eradicate pests and bring back native wildlife.
Semi-final win built on strong defence
Northland extract revenge over Otago in Dunedin.
Fourth man sentenced to home detention in underage sex case
Victim's former partner, who allegedly arranged liaisons, awaiting trial on 20 charges.
Renes and Hopper take out women's junior pairs
After day one, there were three qualifiers in the men's division and four in the women's.
Northland driver was four times over alcohol limit when he killed pregnant woman
Moerewa man admits drink driving causing death of teen in the town
Conquering Mount Parihaka up to 36 times for a good cause
Teams and individuals are taking on Mount Parihaka over 24 hours.
Sallies expect 20pc rise in demand this Christmas
Open Arms in Whangārei calls for more food donations to cope with Christmas demand.
Northland schools get $4.5m for new classrooms
The funding is part of a $164m Government investment.
Running for brain tumour support is Whangārei's Gavin Starling's tribute to late partner
After losing his partner to a tumour, Gavin Starling is running for brain cancer support.
Northland petition: 'hundreds sign' to stop Māori wards
NRC councillor hails impact of campaign in response to 'broken democracy'
News snippets from Northland
Papermakers take centre stage in Whangārei, Kauri captain starts for Black Ferns
Being well equipped is key to safety for Northland boaties
Being well equipped is key to safety for Northland boaties.
Body on beach thought to be missing diver
Iwi and police have been searching the west coast south of Hokianga since Tuesday evening.
News snippets from Northland
Top skaters heading north; and two local books launched.
Residents welcome council Kauika Rd sewage investigation
In August, the Northern Advocate reported the concerns of a number of Avenues residents.
Exams kick off after difficult year for students
There have been changes for exam-sitters this year after school closures during lockdown.
Mobile GP clinic impresses coastal community residents
The clinic first started in Pataua earlier this year and has been a hit with residents.
Alleged co-offender granted bail
Legal Aid representations yet to be finalised for alleged police shooter and co-offender.
Senior cop Wane Wharerau named new Ngāpuhi chairman
Wane Wharerau's election comes after a time of upheaval within NZ's biggest iwi.
Dog responsible for killing dotterel at Ruakākā still at large
DoC focuses on educating the public and enforcement on protected reserves in Bream Bay.
Man who allegedly shot at police appears in court
No plea was taken and the accused was remanded in custody to reappear on November 30.
Northland freedivers host largest 2020 tournament
A dozen divers from across the country gathered at Kawakawa's Te Papawai Pool.
Whangārei residents say leave our police officers alone
Northland police were hunting gunman who fired at police in Tikipunga yesterday morning.
Northland news in brief
Marlon Williams playing at Leigh; and Diwali festival on Saturday.
Far North's biggest boat in years launched at Ōpua
Manakai is a 73-foot (22m) fishing boat but looks more like a gleaming superyacht.
Sparkie's shock at being stranded on roof at night after ladder stolen
Whangārei electrician stuck on Domino's Pizza rooftop after thieves steal ladder
Whangārei doctor's suicide reflective of tragic statistics
Greig's report cited research which stated mental illness was common among doctors.
Modernised fate of Humpty Dumpty played out by locals
A local cast are playing out a modernised version of The Terrible Fate of Humpty Dumpty.
Coroner: Doctor's suicide caused partly by work pressures
Dr Richard Harding, 47, died at his Whangārei home on October 23, 2017.
NorthTec enrolment to double despite border closure
The upheavals of lockdown have prompted Northlanders to take on further tertiary study.
News snippets from Northland
City crash causes minor delays; and a big fishing boat is set to be launched.
NZ Music Award supremos among festival lineup
The Bay of Islands Music Festival is to host pop star Benee and indie band The Beths.
Rudy Taylor dies after lifetime of 'tireless advocacy' for Northland Māori
Labour's Kelvin Davis says he wouldn't be an MP without the 'big man with a big heart'.