Northland MP's 'coward's punch' Bill drawn
The bill would create a new offence covering fatal unprovoked assaults.
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Search for whale tangled in rope called off for the day
Rope around the whale's head means it is not able to move freely, though it can breathe.
Protests as DoC prepares for 1080 drop
Protests against the use of 1080 poison will be held in several Northland towns tomorrow.
Rescuers on way to help whale tangled in rope in Bay of Islands
Rescuers are on the way to help humpback whale tangled in rope in Bay of Islands.
About 250 people at M.bovis meeting in Dargaville
About 250 people at M.bovis meeting in Dargaville
Spiritual leader's massive new $35m NZ base
Ilchi Lee plans to spend up to $35m building 'Earth Village' near Puketi Forest.
New group puts NorthPort back on agenda
Ports advisory group chair said having the first meeting at NorthPort ''sent a message''.
Three arrests after P labs bust in North
Two young children living at a Tokerau Beach rental property where police say P was made.
Appeal after murderer left beaten victim for dead
Johnnie Puna was sentenced earlier this year to life imprisonment. Now he's appealing.
Northland SAS soldier's bones brought home after 62 years
Paul Thomas was finally able to fulfil a promise made to his mother more than 40 years ago
Mycoplasma bovis understood to be in Kaipara
Ashley Cullen is urging Northland farmers to register for NAIT.
Northland NZSAS trooper buried at home - 62 years after he was killed in action
Paul Thomas promised his mum to bring her son home. He didn't think it would take so long.
Know your limits: scallop season opens
Know your limits: scallop season opens in Northland tomorrow.
Kiwi numbers growing in Opua State Forest
Pest control efforts credited as kiwi numbers boom in state forest.
Daffodil Day dedication for 16-year-old
Northland mum's Daffodil Day commitment for late daughter.
Mum's $1000-a-night gambling addiction
Whangārei mum's pokie addiction pushes her family further into debt.
Logging truck spills load near Kawakawa, delays expected
Logs strewn over main highway after truck and trailer accident.
Fun with fugitives: Residents mock wanted man on the run
He might be highly dangerous, but it hasn't stopped the public from poking fun at him.
Roller doors glow red hot as workshop razed by fire
Firefighters managed to stop the flames spreading to an adjoining workshop.
Scars run deep five years after brutal slaying
Saffron Bates has honoured her sister in Whangārei five years after her murder.
Chopper called for burns victim
Patient in moderate condition after suffering burns in Kerikeri.
Police prepared for bikers' dune protest
Iwi land owners also plan a gathering; police urge both sides to have "adult conversation"
Death sparks life-saving initiative
Northland tragedy leads to installation of flotation devices
Officers assaulted during bail check
Man allegedly breaching his bail committed the assaults in spite of being Tasered twice.
Māori land claimants 'repossess' Hato Petera College
Chris Hipkins plans more consultation before deciding on Hato Petera College's future.
Alleged fleeing driver who fired shots arrested
A man has been arrested after twice failing to stop for police.
Rainbow Warrior to visit as Greenpeace celebrates exploration ban
Rainbow Warrior will travel around New Zealand as part of the Oil Free Seas tour.
Jones wants Treaty grounds trust change
Trust's commercial arm a "superfluous appendage", Minister says
Gun shots, road spikes and police pounce
Police catch fleeing driver alleged to have previously fired a gun from a fleeing vehicle
Jury out in Northland gang murder trial
Jury considering verdict in Northland gang murder trial.
Man left with nothing but undies after fire
Far North man scrambles out bedroom window as fire guts home.
Long dispute over Urupukapuka Island access ends
Fullers GreatSights will spend $1m-plus on a new wharf as part of the deal with Explore.
Former Waitangi National Trust employee charged over alleged $1.2 million fraud
Former Waitangi National Trust employee charged over alleged $1.2 million fraud.