Latest from Whangarei

'It's selfish': Drugged driver chased by up to 20 police cars blasted for 'dumb' driving
Blake Herbert was on bail for a kidnapping when he drove high on meth and evaded police.

Police officer to be charged after pursuit crash that killed teen
The family of Whangārei teen Angel Riley say their hunt for justice is just beginning.

'Absolutely unreal': Dive trip inspires young conservationists
The trip to one of the world's best dive spots rewarded the passion of nine Northlanders.

Rising concerns: Northland's alleged homicide rate surpasses 2024 total
As of May 1, Northland had the highest number of alleged homicides out of each district.

'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealed
Former principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.

Eight luxury experiences to make your India trip unforgettable
Experience hot-air balloon flights over Jaipur's historic forts and palaces.

Northland’s council water shake-up: Big changes, bigger bills ahead?
About 130,000 water connections in Northland will be affected by new plans.

Far North couple lose home, pets in devastating fire
Owners Susie and Kevin Wheller have been left with nothing but the clothes on their back.

What it’s like travelling NZ in a luxury motorhome
Forget cramped campervans and soggy tents, think more of a hotel experience on wheels.

Wellingtonians now pay far than most Kiwis for insurance
The capital is facing heftier price rises on already higher insurance premiums.

Rapist ran naked into the night after victim's neighbour knocked on the door
Marsden Point worker Semisi Tuivai forced his way into the woman's emergency housing.

'He is a danger and he will kill': Methed-up boy racer racks up 14 convictions in 4 years
'At what point do we say enough is enough?'

Northland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changes
Public consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.

Tātaki’s Daniel Clarke's favourite spots in Tāmaki Makaurau
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

'I wouldn't wish it on anyone': Why are victims having to wait until 2027 for justice?
Nine homicide cases this year have added to the delays in the High Court at Whangārei.

Bridget Snelling: How financial education can transform NZ's small-business landscape
OPINION: Improving financial literacy is vital for New Zealand's small businesses to grow.

High schoolers chase off man forcibly kissing women at a busy bus terminal
The registered child sex offender has now been sent back to prison.

Speeding driver led police on high-risk pursuit, caused crash then drove off
Two weeks earlier Lovepreet Gill had been recorded driving at 140km/h in an 80km/h zone.

'Serious and violent': Six injured in brawl after burnout confrontation
A 22-year-old was charged with aggravated robbery.

‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rules
Peter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.

Numbers revealed for tonight's $25m Powerball jackpot
It's time to check your ticket for the winning numbers.