Trial date set for two men accused of central city murder
Two men will stand trial in November for the murder of Haze Peihopa in Whangārei in 2021.
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Yacht race once again proves popular.
Douglas Chowns' new painting on show in Whangārei - briefly
The painting will soon be sent to the museum in the UK that commissioned it.
Supermarket without price tags: Families invited to take what they need
A social supermarket has opened in Whangārei as the cost of food reaches record highs.
Northland art is going under the hammer for Ukraine
Organisers are asking local artists to donate their work for the November auction.
'I freak out every time I hear a vehicle': Kāinga Ora slammed for poor vetting of tenant
Kāinga Ora won't consult neighbours prior to its new tenants moving into state houses.
Comment: Our economy in the box seat to ride out global headwinds
I see a future where Whangārei seizes more opportunities.
Nearly 500 students back at school after truancy campaign launch
The Let's Get to School campaign began in early August.
From simple online selling to setting sights on overseas market
Northlander's creative ability in traditional Māori practice recognised.
Local Iranians react to mass anti-govt protests back home
Whangārei-based Bahai'i fears for the safety of her relatives in Iran.
Community supports family after child's death falling from tree
A friend of the family said Declan was normally a confident tree-climber.
One arrested in Kaeo after armed police search
One person arrested in Northland following an AOS callout.
Police justified in pursuing car after driver fired shots
The fleeing driver fired multiple shots at police from a .303 rifle
Comment: Out on a limb in the company of trees
For some reason the past week has been centred around trees
Bumper wedding season ahead for region's event organisers
Party hire, make-up artists and wedding gown suppliers in Northland flat out.
Roof repairs put parking under pressure at Whangārei Town Basin
Town Basin businesses are receiving a new roof, but the spotlight is on a lack of parking.
News in brief: Public memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
'It was very scary' Brothers flee burning yacht in the nick of time
Brothers use dinghy to get to shore after their boat catches fire in the Bay of Islands.
One hundred games not out for Taniwha mascot
Taniwha mascot to run for his 100th game against Manawatu in Kaikohe.
Northland leak 52 points against Tasman Mako in Nelson
Two must-win games for Northland to make the Bunnings Warehouse NPC play-offs.
Sheryl Mai: Reflecting on the past nine years as Mayor of Whangārei
We have achieved a lot in the past nine years.
Playwright hopes Northlanders recall positives about Covid lockdown
Playwright Anders Falstie-Jensen explains why people should reflect on Covid lockdowns.
Northlander marches in procession taking Queen's casket to final resting place
Northlander Anya Ruri marches in procession taking Queen's casket to Westminster Abbey.
Junior football teams turn out for Aimee Lindsay memorial games
Around 65 teams turned up to play in honour of Aimee Lindsay.
Long weekend tragedy: Person dies on rural Northland property
A St John spokesperson said they were alerted just after 2pm.
Full field for Northland's Ruakākā Races today
Trainer Tony Pike hopes Ruakākā will kickstart his bid for a second Group 1 title.
John Carter wraps up 55-year career in local, central government
Staff recall Mayor's 2am emails, boundless energy and enthusiasm, and "dad jokes".
New social housing development planned for prime Whangārei site
Kāinga Ora embarks on a major social housing build and re-development in Whangārei.
Joe Bennett: All's fair in love and war - and school prize-giving
The lack of fairness in school prizegivings is baffling
Carolyn Hansen: Happiness comes from within and exercise helps
Somehow, we must once again take pride in being in control of our own life.
Northland principals welcome new equity funding
Principals are happy to receive extra equity funding they first asked for 20 years ago.
Jonny Wilkinson: Survey asks how accessible is the Hundertwasser building?
What do you think about the accessibility of the Hundertwasser building or nearby areas?
Our Treasures: Printing press shows how quickly technology has changed
The ornate print an entire newspaper page with one pull of a lever.