A rescue helicopter has been requested.

$26 million of Govt funding for Whangārei infrastructure projects

A mummified dog found in Rawene is a reminder of a time of tensions over dog tax laws.

Organisers thought they'd get to silver level in their first year, but they got to gold.

Police launch search after a hunter fails to walk out of bush.

Schools put in lockdown.

Man gets community work sentence for taking toheroa from Northland beach.

Tornadoes knock over boats in Whangārei yard and knock down trees at Oakura.

Education needed about Taratara Mountain which is sacred and off limits.

Mayor says the national leadership roles show the district is progressive and inclusive.

19yo man arrested this morning in Kawakawa after tip from the public.

Moerewa School will remain closed until the end of week, principal announced.

Four men charged over cannabis-growing operation remain in custody.

It's our shortest day - so how much extra daylight can we expect tomorrow?

News snippets from across the region.

"One punch" laws were introduced in NSW in 2014 to reduce alcohol-related violence.

Derek Lynn jailed for part in tyre stabbing crime spree.

The mother of Whangārei woman said the ordeal had been highly frustrating

Body removed and police finish scene examination at rural property.

Public access to iconic surf beach Elliot Bay has been secured.

Finding the beauty in the small, the rural and the unexpected.

Police have set up a direct phone line for people to call with information about the case.

Police use excavator at rural location where they believe missing woman is buried .

Simmonds' mother just wants closure for the family.

Suspicious fire destroys rural community hall.