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Road now open after crash on Whangārei Heads Road
One person was transported to hospital with moderate injuries.
Dead wallabies spotted on side of roads: Northland urged to be alert for pest
Evidence suggests the wallaby sightings are genuine.
Businesses' heartbreak over Brynderwyn closure: 'It will destroy March trading'
The nine-week closure of State Highway 1 comes at 'the worst time', locals say.
Tears and fears as residents faced with Kāinga Ora’s 50-house plan
The state housing landlord says some residents welcome the development.
Got hopes for an outdoor Christmas? What the weather holds for Northland
What can Northlanders expect for weather this Christmas?
'Dangerous' burnout in downtown Whangārei leads to police action
Police impounded the vehicle and referred the youth to Te Pae Oranga.
Christmas Appeal 2023: More helping hands needed as victims of crime increase
Victim Support supported more than 48,000 people nationwide last year.
Whangārei Heads Rd reopened after crash caused temporary closure
Roads have reopened following a crash on Whangārei Head Rd.
Brynderwyns to close for nine weeks next year, NZTA confirms
Easter is set to be spared as plans for the closure of the Brynderwyns are revealed.
Unplanned outage in Whangārei triggers traffic light disruption
A Whangārei outage knocked communications with traffic signal-controlled intersections.
Ruakākā brigade chief steps down after 35 years as a firefighter
'It’s time for the next generation of firefighters to take charge.'
Xmas Appeal 2023: Waipoua Forest Trust's call for more to join conservation mission
The trust's main aim to is protect the forest, which houses much biodiversity.
New council leader wants Govt to scrap Te Mana o te Wai freshwater principles
'You can’t be green if you’re not in the black,' says Geoff Crawford.
'Not acceptable': Calls for calm as abuse toward Northland roadworkers escalates
Northland roadworkers plead for calm as abuse through worksites increases.
May the paws be with you - Waikato Police dog Obi-Wan ready for action
The Waikato dog patrol unit receives its tenth canine-human duo.
Fears history could repeat as Govt plans to reinstate charter schools
Charter or 'partnership' schools have had a mixed history in Northland.
Tours inside Hundertwasser's Northland home to begin
"It was a place he came to as a getaway, a hideaway, a retreat, a sanctuary."
Christmas Appeal 2023: Northland Impact Trust changes the lives of Far North youth
The trust provides diverse and empowering experiences for youth finding their way.
Child vaccination numbers stubbornly short of target
Northland's childhood immunisation numbers are way too low, doctors say.
'There were just happy faces everywhere' - jolly and bright festivities over the weekend
The Whangārei Christmas Parade and Santa Run bought smiles to the faces of many.
Compulsory checks for Kai Iwi Lakes boaties amid clam threat
The possibility of a gold clam invasion from the Waikato River has kaitiaki worried.
'The fireball, it was huge' - Missing meteorite could still be found
What should people look for if they did want to search for the meteorite?
All are welcome for two free Christmas Day lunches
There's no reason to be going without or lonely on the big day.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Ruakākā Dog Rescue's simple festive wish for safe, loved canines
"Our Christmas wish is simple. We dream of every dog finding a safe, secure home."
Man who died of rabies could not have been helped, expert says
Health workers took the correct precautions, expert says.
'It’s like an adventure' Family sailing across the world embrace Whangārei life
The voyage has not been without its challenges.
'You are a monster': Victim of stepfather’s sexual abuse speaks out as family disown her
Man jailed for more than 10 years for sexually abusing girl.
Dazzling lights, festive inflatables, a snow globe: Your 2023 Christmas Lights Trail guide
Get your dose of Christmas cheer by checking out the hordes of homes lit up.
Family share sense of relief as man charged in relation to fatal Panguru dog attack
Neville Thomson died on August 4 last year after he was attacked by six dogs at his home.
Doctors feel fobbed off after smokefree protest letter referred to associate minister
The 18 emergency medicine specialists received a brief response to their letter.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Seniors ASAP Trust 'absolutely overwhelmed' by demand for elder abuse help
Everyone can play a part in preventing or stopping elder abuse, the trust says.
New Zealand’s first rabies death reveals horror of disease
Filipino man died from rabies in New Zealand in March.
Drivers urged to make better decisions after man stopped twice on same night over legal breath alcohol limit
“Decisions, decisions: Drivers, are you ready for this challenge?”