Abandoned vehicle set alight cause of large Ahipara wildfire
Dramatic photos shot by young Ahipara photographer show extent of overnight blaze.
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Family distraught after dog attacks pet on owner's property
Now the hunt is on to identify the dog and the man who was walking it.
Kaiwaka to get two new footbridges
They will improve connectivity around the township.
Former NZTA board member attacks plans to reduce state highway speeds
Former Northland Waka Kotahi board member hits out at speed limit cut on state highways.
Northland back on even-playing field: Leaders happy with orange setting
Hospitality sector excited more than 100 can be accommodated at a time under Orange.
'The tōtara in the great forest of Tāne has fallen': Northland firefighting conservationist Alan Macrae remembered
Alan Macrae, born and bred in Kaitaia, suddenly passed away on January 16.
Bowls in good hands with junior players coming through
Latest news from Northland's Bowls scene.
Four charged over big Whangārei cannabis growing bust
Four arrested over large-scale Whangārei cannabis bust remanded in custody
PM announces Northland to move out of red at midnight tonight
Northland's hospitality sector can sit more than 100 at a time under Orange.
Judge focuses on the effects of the crime on the community
Prison term for aggravated robbery committer who made off with $1000 worth of tobacco.
Accessible boat hits Northland this weekend
Northland wheelchair sports players win ride on the accessible Wish 4 Fish boat.
Northlanders urged to use water wisely despite sporadic rain lately
No water restrictions as yet in Whangārei and Far North districts.
Compliance order sought against polluters of hazardous waste at Ruakākā
Push to claw back $1m in ratepayers' money used to clean up waste site in Whangārei.
Up in smoke: Police foil large cannabis operation in Whangārei Heads
A large contingent of police vehicles was seen headed towards Whangārei Heads.
Prisoner jumps out Whangārei Hospital window three storeys up in a bid to escape
The woman is currently in a stable condition after jumping out of the hospital window.
GP practice reports smooth start to children's vaccine rollout
Children aged 5-11 have been eligible to get the Pfizer paediatric vaccine since Monday.
Falling international log prices hurting Northland forestry contractors
A glut in log supply to China means an uncertain future for Northland forestry crew.
Lack of communication with family and friends worries local Tongans
Reports of no injuries or deaths in Tonga pleases Northland-based Tongans.
Fascinating navy chest tells tale of Captain Crozier
Captain Crozier's Chest, on display at Whangārei Museum, has a fascinating history
Honey company stung with $18K fine
Employment Relations Authority orders Northland company to pay sacked worker $18,000.
'We are at the start of a marathon' Northland DHB plans for Omicron outbreak
Northland DHB is planning for up to 85 Covid cases a day.
Tutukaka's tsunami-hit marina clean up continues, with bill expected to be in the millions
Civil Defence defends not triggering tsunami sirens, saying Tutukaka damage unexpected.
Red light puts stop to Bay of Islands Music Festival
Bay of Islands Music Festival is victim of Covid uncertainty with the event cancelled
It's da bomb: Pukenui stages Far Far North's first bomb contest
Ahipara's Parker Ashley, 15, has been crowned the Far Far North's inaugural bomb champ.
House destroyed by fire at Takahue; man suffers serious burns
Firefighters could see the smoke form Takahue, 20km away.
Whangārei MP Emily Henderson already making plans for next festive season
Whangārei MP Emily Henderson's column
Kāinga Ora to either remove or deconstruct existing old homes
Consent sought to build 11 new state homes in Whau Valley and Raumanga.
Ratha Yatra Parade through Whangārei for Hare Krishna celebration
Northland's Hare Krishna community held its annual Ratha Yatra Festival on Saturday
'No warning': Eruption surges sink 12 boats, smash marina
Northland - just recovering from lockdown - takes another hit.
News snippets from Northland
Firefighters brace for big day at Kaimaumau blaze; and Cody means beach volleyball canned.
Jonny Wilkinson: Q & A with epidemiologist Dr Amanda Kvalsvig
Disability is diverse and complex and it pays not to make assumptions.