Deliberate fires at old power station putting lives at risk, Ruakākā firefighter says
The site is difficult to access, making matters more concerning for firefighters.
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Experts cast doubt on dad's explanation for baby's brain injury
O’Shea Tuhoe Sergeant was 5 weeks old when he died in November 2021.
24yo man killed in Moerewa crash after car hits culvert
The crash is the second road fatality in Northland in the past four days.
GP at Shane Reti’s old clinic more than $100k in the red, urges him to fix funding
'We have got to the point that we are running out of time.'
Patāua rescuers rewarded for saving drowning woman with community funds
A bystander's donation and a Givealittle page have covered the couple's repair costs.
Man dies after vehicle reportedly rolls in Moerewa
The crash was reported to police just before 10pm on Wednesday.
Northland's Sandy Bay dotterel chicks take to the sky
'It’s just incredible that they have survived to that stage, given the dangers.'
No light at the end of the tunnel for Northland's sole rail line
The North Auckland Line remains closed more than a year after storms caused 200 slips.
Tyre store completely destroyed in fire, health warnings issued
Fire and emergency has asked locals nearby to stay indoors.
Police to enforce detour routes during Brynderwyns closure
Roading authorities confident detours will handle extra traffic during Brynderwyn closure.
'Babe, I don't think son's breathing': Mum recalls morning of baby's death
O'Shea Tuhoe Sergeant was 5 weeks old when he died of head injuries.
Driver says motorist tried to push him off road in early-morning ordeal
The tailgating vehicle was mostly driving with its lights off despite it being dark.
54yo truckie dies after crashing into trees on State Highway 15
The logging truck went over the centre line, across the road and into the trees.
Youth unafraid of consequences: Calls for harsher penalties for fleeing drivers
Youths, aged between 12-17, are said to make up a significant portion of fleeing drivers.
'I never touched her': Taiawa Harawira, son of Māori rights icon, denies child sex predator charge
Prosecutors dismissed his testimony about his famous mother as "simply incredible".
Teen father who dropped 5-week-old son from chest height twice had smoked cannabis
The father is on trial over the death of his son O'Shea Tuhoe Sergeant.
Top action at Kamo in Janet Agnew Carnival Doubles tennis tournament
Wind put an edge on Saturday's men's and ladies' games, Sunday was calm for mixed doubles.
Whangārei’s first advanced cardiology trainee gets to heart of patients’ needs
Whangārei's first cardiology trainee says he's learned more than he could've in Auckland.
Person killed in logging truck crash on State Highway 15
A section of Mangakahia Rd is currently closed.
Cyclone Gabrielle one year on: How Northland is picking up the pieces
Even though a year has passed, remnants of the storm's destruction remain.
Wonderful waves, sterling sun makes for IRB success at Waipū
The right amount of waves and sun led to a successful weekend for the IRB champs.
Whangārei police get a bit too close to head-on crash
A 31-year-old has been arrested after allegedly crashing into a police car.
Man who attacked lawyer in courthouse lift challenges time behind bars
The lawyer was rushed to hospital in an ambulance and suffered multiple injuries.
Northlanders both concerned and happy about supermarket facial recognition trial
Is Pak'nSave Whangārei one of the stores trialling the technology?
Our Treasures: The Desk of Dreams - help shape Whangārei Museum’s future
"What is at stake is the living links to taonga that never died."
Fishing club reeling with delight after record number of marlin catches
The last spike in marlin catches was in 2016 during an El Niño climate pattern.
Northland news briefs - Younghusband on display, fatal accident info sought and learn how to make lei
News snippets from Northland.
DoC shocked as children kick and abuse protected chicks on beach
Variable oystercatchers have been protected since 1922.
Police appeal for information on Matauri Bay road death in Far North
Northland beach community road death sparks call from people for help
A game changer for community sport: New guidelines around concussion welcomed
New guidelines around how to deal with concussions in sport comes into play this winter.
Teen admits role in violent armed robbery at Michael Hill
More than $50,000 worth of jewellery was stolen and three women were injured.
'Where's the tall guy?' Deportee storms home, questions man at gunpoint
The man was deported from Australia for burglaries and robbery.
Threatening behaviour force Kaipara school to initiate 'precautionary' lockdown
The principal says the school gates were closed as a precautionary measure.
Have an adventure: NZTA announces detour routes ahead of Brynderwyns closure
Dates confirmed for extensive roadworks along State Highway 1.