North Shore venue hopes to attract Northlanders to Juicy Fest
Festival organisers remind Northlanders that they never said they wouldn't return.
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Busy Highway now reopened after power line snap forced road closure
Temporary road closure and delays on State Highway 14 have now been lifted.
Seal pups most likely died from starvation, conservationists say
DoC says now is a hard time for juvenile seals as they try to make it on their own.
End of an era for iconic flats once saved but now to be demolished
The boarded up Almond Court flats have been an iconic landmark in Whangārei for years.
Work of conservationists Robert and Robyn Webb immortalised in bronze
A memorable moment for conservation as a new sculpture honours conservationist duo.
70-year-old Wildlife Act to be replaced, calls for politics to be put aside
The current Wildlife Act is 70 years old and outdated, the DoC says.
Locals free injured men after chopper rolls during take-off
Two people were in the aircraft when the incident happened at Whangaroa about 3.20pm.
Forging a career path in health for rangitahi in rural areas
Hauora Taiwhenua's Rural Health Careers Promotion Programme is inspiring youth.
Election 2023: All candidates in now known - what you need to know about the election
Do you have questions for the candidates?
Unwanted dogs could become drug sniffing superstars
Detector dog trainers reckon Northland's pooches are the best
Reports of stabbing during Ruakākā break-in
Police say initial inquiries suggest those involved are known to one another.
Police officer pleads not guilty to sponge-launcher assault
The charge is related to an incident that took place in January this year.
Raw sewage spill: Woman left to pay $1300 bill after council sewer line blocks
The raw sewage spilling onto Cat Green's yard was just the beginning of the saga.
Council navigates uncharted waters as Bay of Islands fishing ban formally adopted
There are some exceptions to the rules, which include kina harvesting and tikanga.
Daylight shooting in Raumanga heightens fears amid community over gang activity
Growing woes for Raumanga community after shooting in broad daylight.
Meet the trailblazing judge who as a lawyer decided to only speak te reo in the courtroom
The unprecedented move was part of Alana Thomas' work progressing te reo in the courts
Far North news in brief: Treasure Island panto, highway roadworks and stormwater work
News snippets from the Far North.
Electric Seagliders to forever change the way Northlanders travel
Seagliders – The future of coastal travel is here.
'We're struggling now and it's getting worse': Doctors continue battle for better conditions
Te Whatu Ora remains resolute that it has already put everything on the table.
Kiwi city's fuel price hits $3 a litre - residents demand answers
People are struggling to make ends meet and are frustrated and confused by the prices.
Northland Kauri's triumphant win breaks decades long dry spell for region's rugby
The team always believed they would come away with the win, and so did their fans.
Police arrest four gang-connected men over suburban shooting
A window of a Raumanga home has been damaged by the shooting.
Coastguard rescues alleged boat thief from sinking vessel
A 30-year-old man was remanded in custody after appearing in the Kaikohe District Court.
Far North news in brief: Meet candidates, community grants dished out and scam warning
News snippets from the Far North.
Health and wellbeing important this month - Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo
Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo urges people to focus on health and wellbeing
News in brief from Northland - Pet drop-in centres, Awanui crash and police issue scam warning
News snippets from Northland.
Concerns spread over size and scale of Whangārei social housing projects
Opponents of the size and scale of the Whangārei social housing plans step up lobbying.
'All I want is closure': Dog attack victim's family still searching for answers
A year after her father's death, Nataria Moore still doesn't know what happened.
Election 2023: Would-be MPs make pitches to Northlanders
All party candidates except for two were present on the night
Discovering the world of waka ama
Taking a closer look into the increasingly popular sport
Waipū local's turtley awesome discovery at popular beach
A marine expert says the green turtle is an uncommon sight in Northland.
Teens arrested after their alleged involvement in series of robberies and burglaries.
A trio of offenders were arrested after a string of offending against Northland businesses
Big cat park plans open day six months after closing
More open days are planned for the park which has been closed since March.
Bad driving: Where Northlanders are failing when it comes to the road code
A driving instructor feels most Northlanders are out of touch with the road rules.