Bad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summer
A substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromMangawhai
Northland beware - thunder and heavy rain likely on Christmas afternoon/evening
Thunderstorm, heavy rain watch for Northland on Christmas afternoon
Baby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'
Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.
Northland house prices join trend in nationwide growth
Whangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.
Some Kaipara road slips from February storms could take three years to fix
There are 71 slips still impacting Kaipara roads after multiple severe weather events.
Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Brynderwyn bypass upgrade vital
From the mayor's office: Build it and they shall come... but how will they get here?
'The isolated north': Business leaders call for urgent investment in critical road infrastructure
Northland businesses are rallying to get better state highways for the 'isolated north'.
Person rushed to hospital after dog attack in Mangawhai
Police responded to the incident on Tara Road at around 1.10 pm on Friday
'This is the tipping point': Fears businesses won’t survive another Brynderwyns closure
Northland leaders say the next Brynderwyn closure will be the final straw for some.
Secure your trampolines: Wild weather lashes Northland
Northlanders should batten down the hatches on Sunday afternoon due to wild weather.
Ripiro Beach safety days prove successful
Multi-pronged approach to Ripiro Beach safety paying off.
News in brief: Surf lifesavers back; Māori Battalion medals; five injured in crash
Catch up on new from around the region.
'Scary': Calls for more police after Ruakākā homicide investigation launched
Ruakākā homicide inquiry: Locals from small community want increased police presence
No major gongs but plenty of recognition for Northland surf lifeguards at annual awards
Ten Northland lifegurds honoured at SLSNZ annual awards
Whangārei's lengthy and impressive maritime history to feature in new festival
The Whangārei Maritime Festival is set to showcase city's extensive marine history.
Loopholes in vape regulations a worry, expert says
Expert says new vape measures will not be as effective as hoped.
Northland's Bream Bay College wins big at national Showquest final
Judge shared her admiration for the students’ dedication and growth.
Fragile roading network: Councils allowed to adopt three-year plans to focus on storm-damaged infrastructure
Northland councils to adopt three-year plans to focus on storm-damaged infrastructure.
Not just dance: Devised physical theatre production makes its way to Northland
Northlander Molly Curnow is looking forward to playing her part in a theatre production.
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.
$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.
Dog owner distraught after pet in kennel's care dies on road
Owner defends his business saying it is run well and has many regular, happy customers.
Club rugby: Wellsford give Mid Northern a fright before losing
Mid Northern scramble well in defence to hold out a rampant Wellsford.
Surf Life Saving’s $16m funding hole: Fears beaches could be unpatrolled next summer
They save us. Can we save them?
Ruakākā races on this Saturday
Some local horses are in the running for success at the Ruakākā races this weekend.
70 students compete at Northland Scholastic Surf trials
Northland Scholastic Surf trials see big turnout from region's schools
Northland leaders need more detail on amount of road repair funding
Budget 2023: Northland leader responds to "poor" roading repair package.
Storm-damaged roads need $185.5m of repairs - but leaders aren't holding their breath
Northland's storm-ravaged roads need $185.5m - but will today's Budget deliver?
'Forever chemicals': Kaipara waste-to-energy plant plans slated as bad for environment
Kaipara's plans for waste-to-energy plant a bad idea, say environmentalists.
Road Safety Week 2023: Northland heroes doing their part
Northlanders urged to be 'Road Safety Heroes' for Road Safety Week.
Kaipara towns lead the charge in property resale gain
Despite a slowdown, most Northlanders who sold their homes in 2022 still made a gain.
Decision soon on go-ahead for Marsden Pt rail link as Govt weighs business case
The Government will make an announcement in due course on Marsden Pt rail spur.
Kaipara tree planting event to celebrate Mother's Day and help the environment
Northlanders can plant a tree Mother’s Day tomorrow.
Kaipara's waste to energy push backed by other Mayors
The major new infrastructure would incinerate Northland and Auckland councils’ waste.