Miracle as young Kiwi defies odds to survive collision with vehicle
Appropriately named 'Fish' was plucked to safety by local fishermen and is doing well
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Think your car was stolen? Think again
Police explain why your stolen car isn't deemed stolen according to law.
Family's day-out tragedy: Parents, baby killed in crash; 6yo son orphaned
A Northland family was returning home from a birthday party when tragedy struck.
Research shows Māori and Pasifika dads more hands-on than Pākehā
New research has analysed the time and quality of care Kiwi dads are providing their kids.
Summer exhibition at Whangārei Museum highlights local Maunga
The exhibition features both historical and contemporary narratives of the famous Maunga.
Crack up: Northlander finds rare egg within an egg
The phenomenon is a result of a timing issue with egg-laying.
Courtroom erupts following different verdicts for Whangārei brothers charged with murder
One Whangārei brother guilty of murder while his brother acquitted of same charge.
Shane Reti: Public won't like it if Three Waters legislation is rushed through
MP Shane Reti has concerns over the haste of the Three Waters legislation.
St John Cadet training sees Northland nine-year-old save grandmother's life
Northland nine-year-old saves Gran's life thanks to her St John Cadet training.
Two men in custody after house catches fire during Northland drug bust
Two men are in custody after a house caught fire during a drug bust in Northland.
Four-day work week attracts Northlander home from Aussie
The four-day work week is gaining momentum across the globe - including Whangārei.
'Mum's going in': Whangārei woman plunges into raging waters to save horses
Mum recounts her and daughter's heroic efforts to save horses from drowning in flood.
‘High attack rate’: Northland on watch after cruise ship visits with Covid-19 outbreak
An estimated 800 of the combined 4600 passengers and crew have tested positive.
The stage is calling for Northland talent
It's Youth Theatre's first te reo Māori season, and Tai Tokerau talent is being sought.
Floodwaters submerge sleeping tourists' car
Northland storm sees dramatic rescue as floodwaters swamp cars at reserve
A breeding ground for crime and unrest: Broadcaster's take on Northland
A well-known broadcaster has said the Far North is 'a breeding ground for crime'.
Floodwaters cause chaos in Northland, several people trapped
One person and their car have been trapped under a tree in Pautaua.
Brothers charged with Whangārei murder on trial in High Court
The brothers' Whangārei murder trial was disrupted due to public gallery outbursts.
Fur seal on Northland's Mangakahia Rd more than 30km from ocean home
It is the first time a seal has been seen in the area.
Up in smoke: The debate for pardoning cannabis convictions in NZ
Joe Biden has pardoned minor cannabis convictions in America - could that happen here?
Arrests follow overnight burglaries in Whangārei
A 26-year-old man is facing charges relating to burglary with a weapon and theft.
'Disgusting behaviour': Child spotted hacking pōhutukawa trees with axe
The council has written to the people believed to be involved in the incident.
Staffy owner's neighbour thwarts dog theft
Two men tried to grab the animal off the side of the road.
Man who died in Onerahi homicide named by police
The body of Bob Kleiman was found in a Whangārei property last Thursday.
Azzurre quietly confident of upsetting Les Bleus in Whangārei
The Six Nations regulars will meet in their first World Cup quarter-final in Whangārei.
Tenants stung with $1000 bill for 'accidental' flannel flush
Tenants ignored a $1068 bill for repairs to a toilet after they flushed a flannel down it.
Weekend weather: Hot and humid conditions bring rain, wind and thunderstorms
An airmass from Queensland and Coral Sea brings hot weather with rain and wind watches.
Taniwha centre rewarded for a good season with a Super Rugby contract
Another Northland player picks up a Super Rugby contract after a stellar NPC campaign.
Women's Rugby World Cup: Powerhouse Portia named to start vs Wales
Woodman just wants to get the ball, run hard and have fun in the quarter-final.
Discovery of man's body in Whangārei sparks homicide investigation
Forensic teams are onsite at an Onerahi property.
A summer of roadworks in store to improve Northland's 'poor' roads
The installation of the safety features is part of the Government's Road to Zero strategy.
'That's our kaupapa': Mid North golf club raise funds for boy with serious bleeding disorder
A fundraising golf tournament is helping a young Kaikohe boy and a Kerikeri charity.
Saving drowning holidaymakers in Northland haunts rescuer
Kimi Oshiro's advice for Northlanders is to take water safety messages seriously.