'An emotional time': Far North locals rally to try to save stranded whales
One of the whales is believed to have died - efforts to save the remaining four continue.
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Chunks of Northland cut off due to extensive storm damage to state highway network
Huge stretches of Northland's state highway network are closed due to storm damage.
Cyclone Gabrielle: ‘Significant disaster’ sparks National State of Emergency
Northland was the first place in New Zealand to feel the cyclone's wrath.
Another day of school closures as Cyclone Gabrielle's tail bears a sting
Schools across the motu are opting to stay closed on Wednesday
Waipapa family ‘traumatised’ after trees crash on to home
Son Liam hit on head by falling ceiling; branch punches hole in roof.
Whangārei cops worst of cyclone's rain: Conditions to ease on Tuesday
The storm is bearing down on the region.
Cyclone's floodwaters drive dozens of Whangārei residents to evacuate
Residents in low-lying areas near Whangārei rivers are asked to seek shelter elsewhere.
Northland schools opt to close for another day as cyclone sweeps through
Students will have to stay home another day as Cyclone Gabrielle wreaks havoc
Far North could face week long wait for power to be restored
Strong winds and fallen trees have caused havoc with power lines across the region.
Northland mayors defend timing of emergency declaration
Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo said the situation was being evaluated hourly.
Cyclone Gabrielle has Bream Bay in its sights
Cyclone Gabrielle is making its way east, brushing closely with Bream Bay as it does so.
Teens to rescue as cyclone blows boatie upriver without an oar
Boatie left at the mercy of the wind after rowlock in newly bought dinghy broke.
Brunt of cyclone forces Northland schools to close
All Far North schools have made the decision to close on Monday as the cyclone bears down.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Properties damaged in Far North, state of emergency declared
Cyclone Gabrielle is forecast to be one of the most serious storms to hit NZ this century.
German piano with fascinating history on display at Whangārei Museum
A German piano on display in the Whangārei Museum has an amazing history.
Rescue teams, army heading into region as Cyclone Gabrielle approaches
Emergency preparations under way across Northland athough cyclone's track still uncertain.
Fears communities will be cut off as roads buckle under severe weather
Motorists are urged to check Waka Kotahi Journey Planner for updates on road closures.
Joe Bennett: Maybe it wasn’t the last straw that broke the camel’s back
Columnist Joe Bennett once met a camel. He did not trust it.
Boaties warned: Act now before Cyclone Gabrielle hits
Harbourmaster says boaties have only today, tomorrow to ensure their vessels are safe.
Ahipara fatal crash: Truck and 4WD collide on one-way bridge
Police were called to the crash on Roma Rd in Ahipara shortly before 10pm.
Baby steps for days-old Northland kiwi involve sunhat and gumboots
Video of four-day-old Northland kiwi sees bird sniff handler's hat and gumboots.
Whangārei prepared for Auckland-style deluge, Mayor Cocurullo says
A lot of infrastructure work has been done toward building the city's resilience.
Northland news in brief: Tamaterau work to start; and three injured in crash
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
‘I’m in awe of their selflessness and bravery’: Rescuers praised for preventing drownings
Drama began when two boys got into difficulty in rain-swollen Kerikeri River.
Waitangi 2023 in photos
Up to 15,000 people enjoyed 4 days of culture, debate, politics, pomp and whānaungatanga.
After two weeks, SH1 over Brynderwyns to have both lanes open
SH1 over the Brynderwyns open to traffic in both directions from Friday
Northlanders warned to batten down as Cyclone Gabrielle nears
More rain is on the way just 10 days after a State of Emergency was declared in Northland.
Kaiwaka shearer's major comeback 15 years in the making
Dane Phillips, 31, has revived his golden shearer heydays during an open final recently.
Northlanders fear Brynderwyns closure will become 'another Mangamuka Gorge'
The cost of the closed Brynderwyns is mounting as leaders call for urgent action.
Bay of Islands kiwi deaths investigated after suspected dog attacks
Cause of death not yet clear, but local found to have unregistered, uncontained dogs.
Emily Henderson: Government providing much-needed housing
When people around us are secure, so are we all, writes Emily Henderson.
Kerikeri Theatre Co hopes to finally perform Macbeth - a year after Covid cancellation
Last year’s production was derailed by Northland’s first Omicron outbreak.
Cost of learning crisis highlighted as Tai Tokerau suffers highest need
Disadvantages for low-income families have been amplified by the cost of living crisis,