Crown alleges officer struck man in head twice during arrest
The tactical unit officer allegedly struck the man twice, once with a weapon.
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Arrest made after spate of aggravated robberies and burglaries
A 16-year-old teenager was charged after eight Northland businesses were targeted.
Friday's Daffodil Day to raise money for Cancer Society accommodation
This Friday's Daffodil Day includes plenty of Northland events for the Cancer Society.
Final stage of Far North’s biggest social housing project opens
Te Kohekohe is the brainchild of Māori health provider Te Hau Ora o Ngāpuhi.
Family of missing Northland fisherman remember son ‘who was our everything’
"It’s something that no mother should go through."
Young Kaitāia boxers hoping to follow in world champ Mea Motu's footsteps to glory
Kaitāia Boxing Club young trio ready to take on opponents in Auckland comp.
Local pooch becomes latest addition to Te Whatu Ora's pet therapy team
Boots and his owner Phillipa Mentor are Health New Zealand's newest pet therapy team.
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The latest news bites from around the region.
‘The Thing’ that has thrown Kevin Page’s semi-retired life into disarray
OPINION: Surgical intervention is most likely required.
Police searching for vehicle of interest in relation to Dargaville woman’s death
'Anyone who saw this vehicle or has dashcam footage ... is urged to come forward.'
'Wish come true': Fishing couple capture magic of southern right whale
The southern right whale is rare in Northland, more common in subantarctic waters.
Love Tennis? Free events in Northland could find next tennis stars
Love Tennis free events in Northland could uncover next generation of stars
Police checkpoint saves three from alleged kidnapping in Northland
A well-placed police roadside checkpoint led to a dramatic police operation.
Shane Reti: Economy is moving in right direction, creating more scope for business growth
OPINION: The OCR cut shows inflation is easing and the Govt’s economic plan is working.
'Still struggling': Northlanders still feeling the pinch of high food prices
Fruit and veg prices dropped and the OCR was cut - what does it mean for Northlanders?
State of the art cancer facility under construction
Whangārei will soon be home to a state-of-the-art oncology facility
Hope popular Mangonui Waterfront Festival can be revived
What's behind the festival's cancellation is revealed but there's hope for the future.
Tropical fruit tree seedlings in high demand as climate changes
'The range of the country now that doesn’t get hard frost is really huge.'
No fairy-tale ending for Taniwha and Northland Kauri rugby teams
Northland showed plenty of fire in the belly and good execution.
Please return Pixie: Owner's plea after precious vintage caravan stolen
'I just beg for those who stole it to do the right thing.'
Could Northland's escapee Water Dragon still be out there somewhere?
Two pet Water Dragons that escaped a Pataua South owner in 2022 were never recovered.
Carolyn Hansen: Can we have our cake and eat it too when it comes to being healthy
OPINION: Denial does not work nor does extreme dieting.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Opinion: The (eventual) new road is great news for Northland but so much more is needed
OPINION: Across the region's three electorates it boasts eight MPs. What are they doing?
Double awards for Northland builder 'good news' in tough times
Homes in Russell and Langs Beach won awards for Oliver Tuck Construction.
Our Treasures: Tintype Central comes to town
OPINION: Tintype photographs aren't particularly valuable apart from their subject matter.
Joe Bennett: The foot - an undervalued, uncomplaining beast
OPINION: Like most parts of the body, feet are taken for granted.
Police make an arrest in Tikipunga house fire fatality
Further charges are possible against the man.
Have weddings been a victim of the economic downturn?
A local wedding planner has noticed weddings have become less frequent and smaller
Northland Taniwha's Ranfurly Shield hopes on the line in Napier
It's been nearly 46 years since Northland last won the Shield.
Whānau get warm, dry, secure homes with Whangārei charity development
The 22-home development is Habitat for Humanity's largest in New Zealand.
Students celebrate Taipa Area School's Matariki event and new Ki o Rahi pitch
New Ki o Rahi pitch for Taipa Area School worth celebrating.
Funding cut? Let’s focus on projects and outcomes we can measure - John Williamson
OPINION: The need to have a legal driver's licence is clear from recent announcements.
Fundraiser to get Kaitāia darts player to youth world event in England
Kaitāia darts player Jaymie Hilton-Jones needs help to get to World Youth contest.