Word on the street in Kaikohe: Moko Tepania's election lifts pride
Pride and hope for the future is tempered by realism about the powers of local government.
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Shakespeare funding announced by MoE - Northlanders thrilled
The Ministry of Education has agreed to provide some support to Shakespeare in schools.
Review on future lifeguard patrols may include Kai Iwi Lakes
Surf Life Saving NZ wants a regional water safety to help plan for the future.
'We can't consume our way out of this problem'
Recycling Week encourages conscious procurement and disposal towards a waste-free future.
SH1 smash leaves one dead, another critically injured
Head-on crash involving a tradie's van and a car led to hours of delays south of Kawakawa.
SH1 open after fatal crash near Kawakawa
The section of highway was closed for five hours while emergency services responded.
Black Fern Krystal Murray hopes Rugby World Cup in Northland inspires next generation of women players
Northland Black Fern Krystal Murray speaks ahead of Saturday's game against Scotland.
'It's part of who I am': Meet NZ's first female free dive instructor trainer
Sacha Williamson is stamping her mark on the male-dominated world of freediving.
Artist calls it quits after 'sustained and nasty attacks', cultural appropriation row
Northland artist Lester Hall merges Māori symbols with Kiwiana imagery.
Two flown to hospital after airborne car hits tree
Passenger with broken leg had to be cut out of the wreckage by volunteer firefighters.
One person dead after serious crash on SH1, Far North
Sh1 is currently closed due to the crash and lengthy delays are expected.
Northland leader Sonny Tau's trial aborted - but no fault of either Counsel or the defendant
A trial for Northland leader Sonny Tau has been aborted due to legal reasons.
Officer justified in shooting at man who injured police dog
The IPCA chairman commended the dog handler for his actions.
Emergency doctor calls for better animal control resources in the Far North to curb dog attacks
A worrying number of dog attacks on Far North residents has prompted calls for resourcing.
'It's appalling': Presence of women in local body government declines
Northland has had three women mayors and one regional council chair.
Restoration of historic church fulfils long-held dream
Project includes an interpretation trail through the sites of the 1845 Battle of Ōhaeawai.
Whangārei Fringe 2022: Blackadder's irreverent romp delights
An admirable and successful stage adaptation of a much-beloved British period sitcom.
Prominent Northland leader charged with indecent assault on teenage girl
Raniera (Sonny) Tau is on trial in Northland for indecent assault allegations.
Bay's first cruise passengers since 2020 welcomed by local hapū
A total of 53 ships carrying just under 94,000 passengers are expected this season.
Kelly Stratford named Far North's new deputy mayor
Far North mayor, deputy mayor and majority of councillors are Māori — a Northland first.
Northland news in brief: Kitten season on its way; annual fishing comp
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Off-duty lifeguard and friends save man's life at Kai Iwi Lakes
A man in trouble in the water was dragged out and given CPR at Kai Iwi Lakes.
'A mayor for all': Moko Tepania makes history in Far North
Kaikohe te reo teacher, 31, says he'll be an inclusive leader who can walk in both worlds.
Opinion: Northland one of the worst regions for potholes
Northlanders complain that our roads are the worst in the country, writes Shane Reti.
Councillors join in the fun at Diwali celebrations in Whangārei
More than 200 turn up for an afternoon of song and dance at Diwali celebration.
Rugby fans treated to a feast of women's rugby by powerhouses France and England
A bigger crowd is expected at last round of RWC 2021 pool games in Whangārei this weekend.
First cruise ships set to return to Bay of Islands this week
Until Covid-19, cruise ships brought about $20 million of spending to Northland each year.
Crowd numbers up in Whangārei for day of rugby
Japan take US to the wire before losing a pulsating match at the Women's RWC.
Hector's dolphin in Northland for first time in 100 years
There were two sightings in Mangonui Harbour last weekend.
Australian rugby star plans to go and see her Far North whānau
Trilleen Pomare reminisces about her school holidays in Aoteoroa.
'Being at Carruth was a privilege': Old boys remember the good and bad of days at boarding hostel
Northland's only boarding hostel for boys is closing at the end of the year.
Parents open up about losing 'superhero' son in freak accident
Meet Declan Halford, the 10-year-old boy who was the 'ultimate superhero' his family says.
Joe Bennett: Russia's 'killer dolphins' are next phase of animal weaponry
Joe Bennett dives into the lengthy history of how man has used animals for warfare.
Scotland and Australia looking for their first win in RWC2021
Australian women's rugby captain focuses on full 80-minute performance against Scotland.