High number of traffic offences still bugs recently retired JP.

Whangārei athletics track recently repaired after over a decade of use.

The arrest attempt was 'poorly planned and executed', the IPCA said.

Twins come with challenges such as sleep deprivation and financial struggles.

Pat Newman says teachers and principals need proactive action by the Ministry of Education

The latest news bites from around the region.

The woman was on the edge of her seat as each number began to line up on their ticket.

Cause uncertain, but child playing with cigarette lighter a possibility.

His love affair with model planes started when he was young.

World cross-country title for Whangārei runner as he prepares to race in Poland.

It might be helpful to summarise them in this column.

Whangārei event combines music, postive vibes and good kai — especially fritters.

The family lost $3,600 to the fraud, and is living separately while trying to find a home

Down memory lane. Key events at the lion park over the last two decades

The melodeon was played in the trenches of the First World War to boost morale.

More than $100m spent on decommissioning of the refinery

A fire has engulfed a duplex property in Whangārei.

Social media users reported the offender had a tomahawk.

Small spaces and blind spots in the building create security issues, one lawyer says.

A 36-year-old travel agent is charged with injuring with intent to injure over the assault

Trucks and trailers are not able to travel via the Kaiwaka, Mangawhai and Waipū detours.

Bream Head tracks cleared in time for grassroots multisport event.

The latest news bites from around the region.

One Kiwi was named after the late local legend Murdoch Ross.

Victim is believed to be a lawyer.

Police, ambulance, and fire appliances can be seen outside the courthouse on Bank St.