Weather: New heavy rain watch for Auckland, more flooding in Northland
Auckland and Northland are under heavy rain watches ahead of school starting tomorrow.
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'You've got rat bite fever': Northland woman's warning to trappers
She touched a live rat briefly, leading to severe infection and sepsis.
Cycling champion honoured for trailblazing work in Northland
Steve Gwilliam recognised for having a 'remarkable impact' on Northland's cycle trails.
Missing in Northland: 10 people still out there somewhere
Only two of the 10 missing Northlanders are on the police's public list.
Northland Expressway plan proceeds as landowners face property loss
The Northland Expressway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei.
Aucklanders with Northland homes can vote in local elections
Only one non-resident vote is allowed per property.
Bay News: WWII recollections of US serviceman in Northland
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Editorial: Now build it and watch Northland grow
OPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.
Your guide to Northland's Anzac Day commemorations
A host of commemorative services are planned for Northlanders to pay their respects.
'Owners want to do the right thing': Northland trust fights dog overpopulation
The trust has helped desex almost 400 dogs since 2023 but demand is surging.
'Long-suffering' patients: Whangārei doctor on healthcare system strain
Doctor shortages and delays were major issues discussed in Whangārei.
One dead in Northland crash; part of SH12 closed
The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene.
Northland leaders urge ongoing caution as ex-tropical cyclone blasts region
About 24,000 Northlanders are currently without power.
4600 homes still without power as Cyclone Tam clean-up begins
Bay of Islands residents are urged to save water as repairs are under way in Paihia.
Coromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages on
Roads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.
Road closures, power cuts, 12m swells: Cyclone Tam hammers Northland
About 13,000 without power as Cyclone Tam batters North.
Northland Civil Defence leader: Govt must 'wave the big stick' over telcos' storm failure
Thousands are without phone connections and power in the north.
Power outages and flight disruptions for Northland during wild weather
At some points throughout Wednesday more than 1740 customers were without power.
Kaipara council's demise feared amid water reforms
Kaipara mayor fears council's end under new water reform plans.
Vince Cocurullo: Have your say on key Whangārei initiatives
OPINION: Consultations close May 2; details on the council's Have Your Say page.
'Your actions were deliberate': Driver leaves couple's lives shattered in horror crash
Driver crashed into the victims head-on, flipping their car and injuring seven people.
'I don’t sleep when it rains': Couple's flood fears as buyout hopes dashed
Gary and Kimberlee Whitehead face frequent, severe floods in Pupuke Valley.
Northland moves to restricted fire season, Far North remains under ban
Most of Northland has moved into a restricted fire season but Far North rules still apply
Nervous for survival: Māori ward councillors prepare for critical elections
Forty-two councils will hold a poll for Māori wards in 2025 elections.
Kaipara lifts water restrictions after steady rain boosts supply
A 22km pipeline will help Dargaville's water supply but not until the end of 2026.
‘Sign of the times’: Northland businesses cut hours amid economic woes
Cathay Cinemas in Kerikeri will close Mondays and cut weekday hours by 15-20%.
Celebrating 50 years: The enduring legacy of Te Tai Tokerau kapa haka festival
Twenty-eight kapa haka groups will perform in the two-day event.
‘Unbelievable’: Mangawhai man on $1m Lotto win surprise
His first purchase will be a new car, and he plans to get financial advice.
‘I try my hardest’: Teen makes history for his family as first to attend university
He received a First Foundation scholarship for Otago University.
News in brief: Film featuring late Eddie Hemara wins at Māoriland Film Festival
The latest news bites from around the region.
Landlords exit Northland market as rents surge, tenants struggle
Landlords are exiting Northland's market due to rising costs like insurance.
Blueberry growers thrive with bumper crop
Packhouse director Patrick Malley points to exciting future for Northland horticulture.
‘Personal mission’: Father battles invasive moth plant in Northland
Volunteers and groups like Stamp work to control the moth plant’s spread.
Tsunami siren removed due to lack of community consultation
Northland's new tsunami siren system will be tested at 10am tomorrow.