'Hell of a splash': Great white shark spotted near Whangārei Heads
The white pointer, believed to be 3m long, was spotted leaping out of the water.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromFar North District
Community searches for solutions to roaming, aggressive dog problem
The Moerewa community has rallied to try and solve the ongoing problem of roaming dogs.
'Hopefully the message is getting through' Northland buoyed by low drowning statistics
Water safety education appears to be having an impact in the north.
Body found on 90 Mile Beach, local iwi place rāhui on area
It comes after a diver went missing near Ahipara two days before Christmas.
'It was so painful' - Family of Kaitāia toddler killed in driveway recall efforts to save her
Twenty-month-old girl Azalea-Reign Kiani May Samuels died after being struck by a vehicle.
Northland weather outlook: Warm, wet this month
The last 10 to 15 days of January are ones to watch in terms of possible heavy rain.
Want to be self-sufficient? Tips on creating a thriving vegetable patch
Ever wanted to start a vege garden but didn't know how? Zora Brunette has some pointers.
Mid Northern Rodeo saddles up for both athletes and protesters
A bull died at last year's event but that was the exception, organisers say.
Govt's axing of planned road safety upgrades 'devastating' - councillor
The improvements were vital in a town which had no public transport.
Classic sailing boats return to Northland waters this weekend
"Going around the course you see all kinds of boats and rigs."
Dotterel chick dies on Northland beach - warning issued to beware
It was important that people were aware of any nests and take precautions to avoid them.
Toddler dies after being hit by car in driveway
The toddler was flown to Starship Hospital, but later died.
National champs first priority for Northland bowlers ahead of club comps
Seven Northland bowlers in NZ singles and pairs nationals.
'Retired weed buster' disputes fine for poisoning trees near historic Stone Store
The man who DoC fined $800 for poisoning trees in Kerikeri has disputed the fine.
Short story competition winners named
The standard was very high in the open section.
Here come the sunflowers - Waitangi Kindergarten's blooms outshine all others
Giant sunflowers grown by Waitangi Kindergarten kids earn them regional honours.
Kaitāia police missing out on community interaction
OPINION: Peter Jackson bemoans the changes in officialdom that alter NYE celebrations.
Far North duo to head Northland Inc board
Far North's Suzanne Duncan and Mark Osborne to head regional development agency board.
News briefs from the Far North: Treaty Grounds bomb threat; baby among road deaths; and shellfish warning
News snippets from the Far North.
Far North woman has growing business 18 years after being unable to find eco-friendly coffin for dad
It hasn't been an easy journey for the company.
Family of cousins killed in UTV accident overwhelmed by public support
The boys died after a vehicle they were on struck a boulder and fell into a waterhole.
The upcoming Brynderwyns closure will cost about $200 extra for each truck trip
The extra costs for taking the detour will have to be passed on, truck drivers say.
'Deeply impacted whānau': Council to improve road after two young cousins die
After deaths of two cousins in Far North swimming hole, council to make road safer.
Rain stays away, but Northland's Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular a happy wet event
Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular draws crowds to Far North coastal settlement.
6-month-old baby dies in hospital following crash in Waima, Far North
The recent fatality in Northland this year brings the holiday road toll to 19.
Overwhelmed animal rescue groups want mandatory desexing
Far North animal rescue groups see a huge problem of neglected, unwanted dogs
Inside the vibrant world of Kerikeri artist Erika Pearce
Street artist Erika Pearce takes inspiration from the colourful world around her.
Favourable weather conditions here to stay for now in Northland
Settled weather offers a 'good opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities these holidays'.
Short story competition: Northland Year 7 and 8 entries impress judges
Teachers and students worked together on the entries.
Crime, bad road behaviour among key concerns for North's communities over summer
Burnouts, alcoho and roaming dogs are some of the things locals are worried about.
151st Waipū Highland Games: A grand success after massive turnout
The Highland Games are traditionally regarded as one of Scotland’s oldest traditions.
Golfer could make international final at famous Scottish course
Whangārei's Neil Davidson has shot at world nine-hole golf final in Scotland.