From thinking he would never play sport to the Paralympics: Troy Robertson's journey to the top
Troy Robertson knocked off the first milestone on his journey to the Paralympics.
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'The most compassionate course of action': Stranded distressed dolphin euthanised
The dolphin had been rescued yesterday before it was found stranded again.
More than 6000 reports of stolen cars in five years - but how many have been recovered?
When a stolen vehicle is found, forensics teams work to identify the culprits/joyriders.
Northland Lotto player takes home $500K; second winning ticket sold in Parua Bay
Saturday night was a good night for Northland Lotto players as the big bucks were won.
Our Treasures: From rocks and clam shells to electric gadgets - the evolution of the razor
In Julius Caesar’s time, the hair from a boy's first shave was offered to the Gods.
‘It can happen to anyone’: How a Whangārei man went from a home to a tent
Rough sleeper Jason Poutai shares how his life was flipped upside down.
24 dead on North's roads - but are we too desensitised to stop the number rising?
Road safety experts explore the reasons behind why we may be desensitised to road deaths.
Separate tickets for Hundertwasser rooftop garden and art gallery introduced
From academic to director - Joost de Bruin is grateful for his Hundertwasser role.
Truck catches fire; State Highway reopens
A truck fire has closed part of the main highway.
'I thought they were going to pour petrol on me and burn me': Pensioner attacked at home
The 69yo believed the attack was targeted - although he says the motive is "misguided".
Whangārei Hospital emergency department needs more friends
More volunteers are needed to help put people at ease in the emergency department.
Youth homelessness will have 'got worse, not better' - researcher
A petition of nearly 8000 signatures calls for an end to youth homelessness.
Full steam ahead for historic train's celebrated return
A massive restoration effort has seen the popular train return after gap of seven years.
Govt unveils new measures to protect native biodiversity
The associate minister chose Kerikeri for the announcement after a 2021 hīkoi in Kaikohe.
The weird and wonderful natural gems exclusively found in Northland
Meet the variety of plants and animals that are unique to Tai Tokerau.
Family devastated after blaze destroys home, business: Fire not suspicious, investigators say
The investigation into the fire's cause could take several days.
Meet the Lion King cast 'smashing the glass ceiling' for disabled youngsters
Performers with and without disabilities have come together to create a memorable show.
Devastating Gas Kaihu fire not suspicious
Fire and emergency were called to the fire around 8.45pm on Tuesday.
Northland gas station fire: Family who fled Auckland for a better life hit by devastating blaze
Gas Kaihu had previously been plagued by spike in retail crime.
Witness pressured to write statement saying cannabis grower was merely a translator
Truong paid cash by the thousands for horticulture equipment.
Bulls to lock horns with Knights in the RLN premier final
The game is Knights’ skipper Chris Nahi’s last and he’s itching for a win.
Counting the cost of storm damage in Northland: $20m insurance payouts from one event
The severe weather in February doused Mangawhai with nearly 400mm of rain.
Is $5 million dollars a life-changing amount of money?
What would you do if you won the big bucks during Wednesday night's Lotto draw?
Residents tell Fenz to 'get off your jacksie' as frustrations fire
Around 20 protestors gathered outside the local fire station to send a message to Fenz.
What the changes to child support payments mean for beneficiaries
Parents will start receiving the payments from August 22 if the liable parent pays.
Dinosaur, gorilla land Kerikeri man in court
The identity of the accused thief has been revealed during a court appearance.
'Graceful lady' takes to the water in wake of ferry destroyed in collision
Te Kuia's owner was sad to the iconic boat go but comforted she is in the Elliotts' hands.
Celebrating Matariki with the Maramataka Queen
Maramataka’s revival, she believes, is due to people’s feelings of disconnect.
World Cup on home soil a dream for Football Fern Hannah Wilkinson
'It always means the world to represent not only Aotearoa, but Northland as well.'
Joe Bennett: The plumber’s mission, to defy water, to hold it in check, to enable a world
OPINION: Plumbers are the true water gods of the world.
Mad rush for discounts at the pump: Fuel prices hike as Govt ends tax cut
Fuel costs rose by 29c a litre at midnight on Friday when the Govt's tax discount ended.
Mayor ice cool as he surprises skaters at pop-up rink
The mayor donned his formal garb to skate some loops at the ice rink.
Light shows, tree planting, crafts and more: Your guide to what's on these holidays
Your guide to what's on in Northland these winter holidays
$500,000 Lotto win took days to sink in for lucky Mangawhai couple
Northland couple's decision to use another Lotto shop pays off with First Division win.