Cruise ship spending jumps in 2019-20 but coming season a likely write-off
Despite a Covid-shortened season and fewer passengers, spending in North rose 17 per cent.
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No injuries in SH1 crash; and Bay Walking Weekend returns.
Nothing beats ticking the boxes on election day
Then, with growing anticipation, I'll look forward to watching the election unfold on TV.
Toilets gutted in Kerikeri school fire, arson suspected
Flames were shooting out of toilet-block doors and windows when the fire brigade arrived.
Fiji double celebration comes to Kororāreka
Th Covid border closure brings Fiji's 50th-anniversary celebrations to the Bay of Islands.
Dying son's final wish: Forgive my killer
Tawhirimatea Tahere's last words were for his family to forgive his killer
Builders pull together to help animal charity
BOI Animal Rescue has helped countless creatures since 2016 - now they're getting a hand.
Whangārei's Kathy Ramsay walking from Cape Reinga to home city
The 53-year-old begins her Northland trek today, walking for mental health.
Whatuwhiwhi community has had enough of methamphetamine scourge
Far North community marches against methamphetamine.
Vandalised Northland election billboards 'more violent in nature'
The 2020 general election campaign has taken a sinister turn in Northland.
Pink Ribbon bike ride in Northland raised $7144
Motorbike ride through Northland raised more than $7000 to help fight breast cancer.
Avocado thefts a public health risk, grower says
Insecticide spray warning: Buyers of stolen fruit don't know if it's safe to eat.
'Hundertwasser would have been proud' of Kawakawa's Te Hononga - Ardern
Opening of art-filled community hub brings Kawakawa's biggest crowd in years.
Whangārei-born uni student is also army reservist
Whangārei's Matthew Young spends his non-uni time in army reserves.
Investigation into fatal car crash following police pursuit in Kaitaia
Police are investigating a fatal car crash in Kaitaia which happened after a police chase.
Waipapa roundabout open for traffic
Work on three roundabouts on Northland's state highway network progressing well.
Whangārei Art Museum showcase rebellious artists
Northland artist Freda Simmonds is at the centre of an exhibition in Whangārei.
Tuia 250 virtual reality tour hits the road in Northland
Roadshow marks 1000 years of Polynesian navigation and meeting of two voyaging traditions.
Northland Kauri just keep getting better
Northland's focus shifts to the Ranfurly Shield challenge against the Magpies this week.
Communities split over free school lunches
Full list: Which schools will get free school lunches?
Portraits bring Māori perspective to first contact
Project began with welcome of Tuia 250 fleet to Whangārei's Hihiaua Cultural Centre.
Tributes for 'cheeky, big hearted' man killed after driver fled police in Far North
Tributes flow for a passenger killed in a crash after the driver fled Far North police.
Art show celebrates Dutch-NZ ties
Dutch ambassador also met council reps and a project aiming to combat plastic pollution.
Foodie couple discover hidden gems during Northland tour
Thomas and Sheena Southam from Chasing a Plate give their verdict on Northland kai.
Passenger dead after car flees police
A backseat passenger died at the scene, while four more people were injured.
Farmers' markets - where growers and sellers connect
Markets are fundamental to our society and our psyches. Markets are us.
Showhome trashed in new Whangārei subdivision
Vandals have broken into a showhome and trashed it for "s**** and giggles".
Jacinda Ardern: Northland a region of huge potential
Ardern on her vision for Northland, the high and low points of being PM, and bacon butties
Kaipara Harbour to get $200m restoration plan
'In 160 years the mahi we are signing today will still resonate,' says Kaipara mayor.
Northland bowls clubs start new season this weekend
Bowls clubs are holding their first club championship for the new season.