Transitional housing plans canned after community steps up
Kāinga Ora's plans for 31 transitional housing units were suddenly cancelled last week.
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Dance scholarships available in Whangārei
The scholarships will open opportunities for children wanting to dance.
Concerns raised at Ngāpuhi hui
The hui came after the Crown announced it had removed recognition of Tūhoronuku's mandate.
Four men involved in Ōtangarei riot sentenced
Dominque Ormsby landed a coward punch to the back of a policeman's head during a riot
Chemo pump unhooked but Grayson's fight continues
Grayson was diagnosed with anaplastic large cell lymphoma when he was eight months old.
Whiter claims third Summer Bash win
Gaz Whiter, 34, claimed his third title in just four years at Hampton Downs on Saturday.
Clapshaw and Yeates secure singles titles
Clapshaw came back from losing the first set to take the next two and win the title.
New mental health and addictions unit opens in Kaikohe
The service promotes independence and quality of life for people with a mental illness.
Photos: Whangārei A&P Show's largest crowd in three years
Photographer Tania Whyte captured these awesome photos.
Northland riders shine at the show
Riders competed in many different competitions, such as the cowboy challenge demonstration
Road to redemption: Roswell's remarkable Black Sticks return
It's been four years out in the cold, now Dwayne Rowsell is back with a point to prove.
On the hunt with a trapper: 'You have to think like a possum to kill a possum'
"Possums are fussy eaters. They only eat the best of the best."
McCartney the near-perfect role model
New Zealand pole vaulter Eliza McCartney should be who today's youth are learning from.
NRU golf day draws a crowd
The event looked to raise funds for the Rugby For Life programme.
2500 boxes to help families in need this Christmas
The boxes are filled with tea, coffee and other goodies to keep families going.
Lulu Pou jailed for two years for Facebook ticket scam
Lulu Pou jailed this time for ticket scam using Facebook.
Mangawhai lifeguards back on the frontline
Mangawhai Heads beach lifeguards are bracing themselves for another busy summer season.
Loop Challenge explodes with colour
The Hātea Loop was full of oddly coloured runners and walkers on Thursday evening.
Green-thumbed thieves hit Kaipara primary school twice
A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.
Lawson: Northland men and women do battle
The upcoming centre interclub sevens competition will surely provide great drama.
York proving mind over matter
Steve York did just three road rides before tackling four laps of Lake Taupō in 33 hours.
Scammer ordered to pay back $7000 to victims in online ticket scam
A Whangārei woman has been ordered to pay back money to victims she "ripped off".
Religious schools miss out on slice of $400m investment package
The $400 million package for around 2050 state schools excluded integrated schools.
Eastwood: Swim Reaper back to stop drownings
Swimmers might get a surprise the next time they go to a Northland beach this summer.
Northland base for testing of new high-tech catamaran
Whangārei Harbour and Bream Bay will offer ring-side seats to view the new boat in action
Year 4-6 athletes put on a show
About 400 children from at least 30 schools gathered for the annual athletics day.
Ministers visit Waitangi for Ngāpuhi settlement hui
It comes after the Crown removed its recognition of Tūhoronuku's mandate.
Community charged after landlord requests removal of EV station
The EV charger was installed five years ago by Northpower.
Christmas trees bring joy to community
St John's Golden Church in Kamo has more than 50 trees on display.
Northland College fixing oversight which led to law breach
The board have been working hard.
Police investigate death of man at Marsden Cove Marina
Police investigation launched after man found dead at marina.
Tennis Northland's plea for more numbers
Is the future of Northland's premier tennis competition in jeopardy?
Education focus for new animal control officers
Kaipara District Council's new animal control officers focus on public education.
Crown and Ngāpuhi to build new mandates for Treaty negotiations
Tūhoronuku's mandate is no longer fit for Ngāpuhi, the Government says.