Crime2000 cannabis plants found in police operationTwo men have been charged after a growing operation was discovered near Kerikeri.04 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandYouth gang violence spurs patrollers to wear stab-proof vestsRates of anti-social conduct have fallen in the last 5 years but its severity has risen.04 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeTwo commercial utes and 80-year-old woman's car nickedOctogenarian's car and two commercial utes stolen in a spate of thefts across Whangārei.04 Aug 03:10 AM
PropertyFirst-home buyers and investors holding backNorthland experiencing the second highest negative growth in house sales around NZ.02 Aug 05:00 PM
SportSevens stars to light up club rugby finalUp to eight current and former Black Ferns will take the park in Ahipara today.31 Jul 06:00 PM
CrimeMan targeted commercial and residential properties in Bream BayHigh Court reduces sentence of a drug addict by seven months on appeal.31 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandPaihia waterfront redevelopment gets $8 million from GovernmentPaihia waterfront redevelopment gets $8 million from Government29 Jul 10:00 PM
EnvironmentBill Shepherd admits improper discharge of dairy wastewaterFormer NRC chair and his company plead guilty to environment law breaches.28 Jul 07:00 PM
CrimeHope House in Kaitaia gets nearly $1.4m to fight methMore than $2m come Northland's way in its fight against meth.27 Jul 08:00 PM
CrimeRetailer laments frequency of attacks on businessesFinancial stress and drug addiction blamed for a rise in attacks on businesses in Otaika.27 Jul 05:00 PM
CrimeTwo more Whangārei rioters sentencedThe riot took place in Otangarei last March after an alleged family violence incident.26 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRussell Rawiri hangs up his badge after 41 yearsSenior Constable Russell Rawiri looks back on an enforcement career with no regrets.24 Jul 11:00 PM
CrimeAllegations involved sex with a minorMan facing significant number of sex charges, together with four others in Northland.24 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSurvey shows principals lack confidence in Oranga TamarikiThe survey showed 44 principals said there has been no dramatic improvements since CYF.23 Jul 05:00 PM
EducationHomecoming for new principal after more than two decadesNew principal keen to change the reputation of Kamo High School for the better.21 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi Natalie Scott to receive Freedom of London awardPrevious winners include Princess Di, Nelson Mandela and Florence Nightingale.21 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei residents urged to reduce water use by 50% after reservoirs drainWhangārei residents urged to reduce water use by 50% after reservoirs drain20 Jul 07:28 PM
New ZealandNorthland storm: Some roads still closed after slips and flooding cause major damageNorthland storm: Some roads still closed after slips and flooding cause major damage19 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandWater saving efforts needed despite downpourResidents are being asked to reduce water usage so reservoirs can return to normal.19 Jul 08:00 PM
New Zealand'We're used to it': Flood-hit Moerewa starts mopping upWharenui at Otiria Marae escapes flood; rugby club and Pembroke St homes not so lucky.19 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Heart-breaking' scenes confront minister in flood-hit home townToo early to say how much the Government will commit to the clean-up, minister says.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater saving needed as reservoirs fall low after storm damageWhile storm damaged treatment plants are back in action, the reservoirs have fallen low.19 Jul 12:49 AM
New ZealandMinister heartbroken over Northland floodingHe couldn't give a number, but Henare suspected financial support would be significant.18 Jul 11:28 PM
New ZealandMitre 10 suffers flood damage estimated in the tens of thousandsThe Whangārei Mitre 10 MEGA garden centre took a beating from the extensive flooding.17 Jul 11:04 PM
New ZealandKaikohe sports park plan gets $6m from GovernmentKaikohe sports park plan gets $6m from Government17 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandMystery surrounds Kauri tree felled at Whangārei Hospital by cheeky vandal during stormKauri tree felled at Whangārei Hospital by cheeky vandal during storm.16 Jul 06:00 AM
New Zealand$5.5 Million for Kaipara from Govt's Covid recovery fund$5.5 Million for Kaipara from Govt's Covid recovery fund13 Jul 08:22 PM
New ZealandNgāwhā Innovation and Enterprise Park gets $19.5m of Govt fundingNgāwhā Innovation and Enterprise Park gets $19.5M of Govt funding12 Jul 11:00 PM
PoliticsGreen Party's Northland electorate candidate is Darleen Tana Hoff-NielsenGreen Party's Te Tai Tokerau electorate candidate is Darleen Tana Hoff-Nielsen12 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand$26 million of Govt funding for Whangārei infrastructure projects$26 million of Govt funding for Whangārei infrastructure projects09 Jul 04:00 AM
KahuMummified dog discovered in Hokianga link to tensions over dog tax lawsA mummified dog found in Rawene is a reminder of a time of tensions over dog tax laws.05 Jul 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationNorthland parents turn to homeschooling post Covid-19Isolated kids stuck at home missing their friends? No way, a new surge in interest shows.04 Jul 12:00 AM
KahuMoerewa residents angry about new meatworks boilerMaori settlement concerned about air quality from new boiler at freezing works.03 Jul 07:00 PM
