Full investigation launched after major power outage in Northland
Parts of Northland were without power after a pylon toppled near Wellsford.
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Northland Civil Defence is working with power companies to ensure limited supply is distributed to essential services
Civil Defence powers up in face of Te Tai Tokerau electricity failure
Northland 'grid emergency': Most homes should get power back tonight but no hot water
'There will obviously be an investigation into the incident and what caused it.'
Mayoral leader Vince Cocurullo has called for power to be restored immediately
Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurrullo called for power to be returned by this evening.
Far North areas worst hit by heavy rain, orange warning lifted for Northland
Some risk still exists: 'We’ll definitely be keeping a really close eye on it.'
News in brief: Northland to experience Laughs on Tour; police looking for furniture store vandals
The latest news bites from around the region.
$150k spent clearing illegal dump sites could pay for community infrastructure instead
Fly-tipping is a problem the district council is struggling to deal with.
News briefs from the Far North - light festival returns, laughs on tour and Far North's Got talent final
News snippets from the Far North.
'Everyone is so relieved': Northlanders praise reopening of Brynderwyns
Northlanders are rejoicing after news the Brynderwyns will reopen after four long months.
School helps put in plants at Far North's Little Gem dune lake
Arbour Day in Far North sees 1400 plants put in around dune lake
Orange heavy rain warning for North as well as possible thunderstorms, hail
An orange heavy rain warning and thunderstorm watch are in place for 24 hours.
A big job: SH1 over the Brynderwyns set to reopen after lengthy delays
The Northland road will be open for Matariki weekend.
SH10 roadworks in Far North should end farmer's safety concerns
Far North farmer delighted highway work finally under way on dangerous surface.
Keen to do good in my community: Hokianga resident explains why he became a St John volunteer
Former Defence Force worker relishes his new role.
Far North council’s request to delay putting fluoride in water denied
The council must now meet a deadline that is less than two weeks away.
Concerns proposed 110km/h speed limits not suited to Northland
Road safety advocates say government speed limit plan won't work for Northland roads.
Bridge vs truck: Whangārei structure hit by vehicle yet again
The Rust Avenue bridge has been struck 15 times since 2004.
Billionaire buys Northland lodge that charges visitors $15,000 a night
The developer pounced after the asking price dropped.
News in brief: Warm donation for cancer patients, business event to inspire Northland women
The latest news bites from around the region.
Occupied Northland school pulled from sale after vendor dies
Hapū members have occupied the former Tōwai School site since the end of March.
Hundreds of spaces in Northland for National Volunteer Week
Far North volunteers say helping others brings great rewards.
Kevin Page: Finally, the time has come to ride off into the sunset
OPINION: Sometimes boyish good looks and natural charm are not enough.
Every dog has its (work)day in Kaitāia ahead of National Take Your Dog To Work Day
The Far North town is already leading the pack.
Far North's first fixed speed camera attacked
The speed camera has been vandalised just days before it was due to be switched on.
Lights, camera, action: Far North's Got Talent youth gear up for final
12 talented youngsters in Saturday's Far North's Got Talent final.
Far North farmer wants urgent work on slippery highway after three vehicles crash into paddock in a week
In the latest crash, three children are believed to have been in the vehicle,
It's a sore spot: Northlanders respond to pothole funding boost
Northlanders affected by potholes respond to government funding boost.
Disappointment as Matariki festival showpiece cancelled after funding cut
'The event gave people a reason to head up north to celebrate.'
No ageism in art: Award-winning songwriter sings praises of teenage Kerikeri band
Two Northland bands are coming together to play a one-off gig in Kerikeri.
Working Justice systems behind Northland's drop in ram raids
80 per cent of the ram raids were committed by young people aged 10 to 17.
Severe thunderstorm watch: Possible thunderstorms and rain for Northland this evening
The watch is in place from 6pm until midnight tonight.
New satellite classrooms announced for high-needs students in mid-north
It's part of $89m put aside for special school funding and upgrades announced on Friday.
Carolyn Hansen: Improve your health by removing toxins
OPINION: Toxicity is all around us but there are useful steps we can take to reduce it.