New ZealandSweetwater Aquifer getting water into Kaitāia homes soon – councilAfter two false starts, water from Sweetwater Aquifer is set to flow into Kaitāia homes.28 Jan 05:35 AM
New Zealand‘Mind-blowing’ effort: Community unites after Mangawhai tornadoResidents praised the community's strong support and spirit.28 Jan 04:21 AM
New Zealand'Everything to lose': Community protests Bream Bay sand miningProtesters fear the proposed fast-track sand mining project could kill marine life.28 Jan 12:24 AM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wantedNews snippets from the Far North.27 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandThermal curtains for Far North homes from $70k energy wellness fundFar North Energy Wellness Fund putting thermal curtains into homes to make them warmer.27 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandTrust providing support for disabled robbed of more than $2000Money raised for the Special Olympics was taken.26 Jan 10:22 PM
Crime'I will never see him again': Mum's grief after son killed in hit-and-runDamon Clark died while visiting a waterfall. The man who hit him has now been sentenced.25 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandMooring piracy rampant during windy summer – HarbourmasterMooring piracy has been an issue for boaties in Northland this summer.25 Jan 05:00 PM
EnvironmentFast-track legislation stirs up opponents of Northland sand mining planAllowing a firm to apply for fast-tracked consent to mine sand has galvanised opposition.25 Jan 02:52 AM
New Zealand‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.24 Jan 09:49 PM
CrimeRoad to justice: High-profile trials set for 2025 at Whangārei courtsThree high-profile murder trials set for 2025 in Whangārei, starting with Perkinson case.24 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘He scammed me too’: CEO denies laundering $1.53m, says he was also duped'I stand to be incarcerated. Who will look after my boys?'24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland farmers see golden tourism opportunityThe Northland farming couple turning fields into gold24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCracking success for Northland peanut trialsThe three-year trial means Northland is one step closer to establishing an industry.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s a tribute to her’ Mum turns grief into thriving beauty business after losing her daughterKaikohe mum Kelli-Asta Baker created a beauty-focused business in memory of her daughter.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice make Whangārei robberies arrest after spotting suspect vehiclePolice have arrested a 16-year-old on suspicion of involvement in two robberies.24 Jan 02:20 AM
League‘It’s pretty s***ty’: Warriors star calls for return of stolen bootsThe items were meant to help raise funds for a Labour Weekend tournament.24 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandCelebrate Northland talent with fun, music and markets this weekendDon't be stuck for something to do this long weekend, there are activities for everyone.23 Jan 11:30 PM
CrimeCouple assaulted while getting petrol by Head Hunter miffed at friendly nodThe man was king hit and then repeatedly punched and kicked as he lay on the ground.23 Jan 07:00 AM
New ZealandHokianga club of James Fisher-Harris wants his stolen boots and other taonga back"To take what he gave us is like taking from him."23 Jan 12:36 AM
New ZealandSH1 truck crash near Whangārei, road blockedThe crash was reported about 6.45am,22 Jan 06:45 PM
New ZealandFar North’s Maitai Bay home to free snorkel dayMaitai Bay rāhui sees sealife return to the Far North bay.22 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandKawakawa’s world famous Hundertwasser loos finalist in national awardsFar North's famous loos only Northland finalist in national competition.22 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Super excited’: Northland friends prepare for Ninja challengeTwo young Northland Ninjas are heading to Melbourne for a major competition.22 Jan 05:00 PM
BusinessSeeka joins court action against oil company OlivadoOne of the country’s biggest agribusinesses wants to see Olivado liquidated.22 Jan 07:10 AM
New ZealandFledgling cruise ship destination Whangārei welcomes 658 passengersHundreds explored Whangārei’s Town Basin and other attractions in the first visit of 2025.22 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandKaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Centre hailed a success after first six monthsAround 9000 a month using Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Centre.22 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandStaff member assaulted during petrol station robbery in WhangāreiPolice are seeking sightings of a white Toyota Aqua and a silver Nissan Bluebird.22 Jan 12:26 AM
New ZealandPolice speak to family of young baby with head injuriesThe child has made a recovery and has been discharged from hospital.21 Jan 06:27 AM
Crime'He knew I was scared': Man allegedly raped teen after locking her in carTairone Walker denies being with the girl, saying he instead spent the night at home.21 Jan 05:36 AM
New ZealandLive weather updates: Motorists urged to take care amid wild weatherThe heavy rain warning for Northland is expected to finish by 2pm.21 Jan 12:10 AM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - conserve water call, snorkel course, and reserve closedNews snippets from the Far North.20 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North councillor and waka ama champ leads Northland challengeDistrict councillor Hilda Halkyard-Harawira leads Northland's waka ama champs assault.20 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North’s huge ‘historic’ privet tree faces the chopPrivet is noxious pest, but NZ's oldest example is in the Far North.20 Jan 05:00 PM
