Meth, synthetics new focus for Northland police
Police will still target commercial cannabis growers and won't rule out using choppers.
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Anxious wait for region as local leaders urge calm
More Covid testing stations slated to open in Northland after the latest positive case.
The $8.5m clifftop estate expats are prepared to buy sight unseen
It could be Northland's biggest sale of the past 12 months.
Speed limits to drop on 60 Far North roads starting today
Waipapa and Waimate North are included in the first speed limit cuts.
'We couldn't believe our eyes': Northland car surfer risks death
"I know young people do silly things at times but this was next level."
Psychologist lay naked with patient in therapy session
Paul Joseph cannot apply for re-registration for at least two years.
Ngāpuhi woman leading UK supermarket giant Ocado made CBE
Smith accepted the honour on behalf of her team at Ocado.
Breathing new life into neglected marina garden
Group of friends reunite to resurrect marina garden.
Northland man keeping waka ama volunteers well fed
Beef Wellington, scotch fillet and kaimoana are all on the menu.
Meet Northland's most prolific council meeting attendee
Dot Gorrie says she isn't addicted to council meetings.
Who let the dogs out? Northland dog owners spoiled for choice for canine companions
Northland has a high dog population compared to the rest of NZ. How dog-friendly are we?
Landlords turf out tenants ahead of law changes
Northlanders believe landlords are turfing them out ahead of new tenancy laws.
Auckland's loss, Whangārei's gain
International heavy load vessel docks at Northport
Sevens legend's son earns All Blacks Sevens contract
Brady's father Eric, born in Kaeo, played national level sevens from 1988 to 2004.
NZ's first rodeo related prosecution: Farmer fined for animal cruelty
Northland farmer Derek Robinson avoided a court imposed ban related to rodeo activities.
King whānau rake in waka ama medals
Tupu wasn't the only King whānau member to take home a medal on Wednesday.
No guarantee site operators will reimburse cost of clean-up
Taxpayers may have to pay to clean up hazardous materials in Northland.
IPCA investigation: Whangārei teen pepper-sprayed by angry officer
Whangārei teen vows never to trust Northland police again after they used excessive force.
Christmas giving sees 28,000 native trees for Northland
62,000 native trees planted around the country this year, with almost 28,000 in Northland.
Disgruntled cyclist calls for council action
The unmarked chain was a hazard for cyclists, says injured rider.
Youth enjoying learning at filmmaking workshop
The workshop is running all week in Whangārei.
Whangārei student happy with exam results
Thousands of Northland students were able to check their NCEA results yesterday.
Hikurangi and Mangawhai win fours titles
Hikurangi's team was Leanne Stewart, Manu Timoti, Savanna Lauder and Diane Lawrence.
Police: No more NZ-wide aerial cannabis blitzes
Change of tack over cannabis could free up resources to fight Northland's meth epidemic.
Whangārei residents feared another life taken as car hits power pole
Car slams into power pole near the site of another fatal crash.
Stunning scenes open Ruakākā beach volleyball tournament
More than 60 teams have been competing in under-17 and under-19 divisions since Tuesday.
Forrest Axford is cycling length of the NZ to raise suicide awareness
When Forrest Axford saw the record suicide toll he wanted to do something to help
Young Waipū surfer's tears over stolen custom surfboard
Nia Owens, 12, was devastated when she realised her custom-made surfboard was missing.
Nga Hoe Horo waka ama team make strong start to nationals
The Far North team have claimed multiple medals after three days of competition.
Northland news in brief: Charges laid against Stan Semenoff, fishing competition calls for support
Catch up on what's happening.
Sparks fly at public meeting to discuss satellite station
Irate Bream Bay residents have told a development agency to take its facility elsewhere.
Power outage expected for Woodhill homes while Northpower replaces pole destroyed in car crash
The car, carrying one person, hit the power pole about 2:15pm today.