Do you know your numbers? Heart health awareness campaign hits Whangārei
High blood pressure is known as the silent killer.
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Isolated communities look after each other in aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle
They're still without power, but residents in Pouto know how to weather a storm.
Cyclone may have long-term impact on Northland house prices
The questions that’ll be on buyers’ minds will be, has your house been flooded?
Whangārei Heads Rd at Tamaterau re-opened following crash
Single vehicle crash closes road
Truck blocking SH1 detour now moving; Civil Defence responds to 'muppets' name calling
Traffic was disrupted again on the SH1 light vehicle detour.
Traffic south of Whangārei due to roadworks
There are multiple disruptions on SH1 in Northland today.
Northland Paralympian nominated for World Sports Award
Cameron Leslie is a nominee for a global sports award this year.
Lack of investment blamed for Northland’s roading woes
Northland's roads remain in a fragile state, with the Brynderwyns still closed.
Pasifika Fusion festival to provide hope for Cyclone Gabrielle-hit community
Pasifika people experience many cyclones in their home countries.
Whangārei mayor vows to push the case on Three Waters, despite court ruling
Whangārei mayor reacts to High Cout judgment on Three Waters'
'It's what we're there for': Lifeguards save life of teen pulled unconscious from surf
Lifeguards swooped into action after recognising the unconscious swimmer wasn't breathing.
Truck and trailer units banned from Cove Rd
A major blockage on Cove Rd prompted a ban by Civil Defence.
Hospitality community rallies around Quail Cafe owner as future uncertain
They're fundraising in a bid to "help the Quail fly again".
Kevin Page: Spilling the beans on coffee challenges
There I was in my smart outfit that Mrs P wanted.
'Not stopping 'till we get you back my bro': Family's vow to find missing kayaker
The well-loved man failed to return home after going out for a kayak on Thursday night.
SH1 detour cleared, truck and trailers banned
Two trucks were earlier blocking the northbound lanes.
School principal 'very' concerned by copycats circulating 'stab for stab' fights online
School principals were alerted to the post on Wednesday.
Pro basketball dream one step closer after signing with Australian team
Growing up, basketball was just for fun.
Extension of time for employees to make sexual harassment complaint being debated in Parliament
The human rights commission support the Act as it will give victims more time to complain
Shane Reti: Region left isolated after storm shows we need four lanes
We need four lanes not sticks.
Cat and owner reunited after cyclone
The cat was checked by a vet and was “as healthy as anything”.
Sleeping man had no idea house was underwater: Surf lifeguards to the rescue
One team rescued a man who was asleep and had 'no idea' his home was underwater.
Joe Bennett: Is posh food all it's cracked up to be?
There are many good things to eat and drink in this world and they are to be enjoyed.
Carolyn Hansen: How the western diet could be wreaking havoc on your body
Opinion: While chronic inflammation isn't acute, it's still severely damaging.
Ruakākā Beach access hammered by Cyclone Gabrielle
A clean-up is beginning at Ruakākā where beach access has been destroyed by the cyclone.
Businesses hopeful things will pick up after storm disruptions
Cyclone Gabrielle put a halt to business and Valentine's Day this year.
'Concerns for his safety': Killer driver's community sentence scrapped due to threats from victim's family
The road worker's lawyer says he was getting threats.
Northlanders counter cyclone chaos with acts of kindness
While the news has mostly been bad this week, a lot of a good has happened too.
Our Treasures: Memorabilia brings back movie memories
Buttery, salty popcorn in a cardboard box is synonymous with watching films.
Home we went, with good feelings, abounding
Home we went, with good feelings, abounding
Nature doesn't care about us: Experts advise against building by rivers, clifftops and coastlines
Experts say we shouldn't be building homes near rivers or coast.
Beaches will be unmanned as surf lifesaving clubs feel impact of cyclone
Many Northland beaches are currently unpatrolled by lifeguards due to the storm aftermath
'My wife was praying': Six people cling to fire engine in daring Northland rescue
After being rescued, Kaipara councillor Ash Nayyar jumped into action to help others.