Red flag from 1990s shows lack of nitrate tests in drinking water
The nitrates are among the highest in the country but involve old data.
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'Incredibly rare': Northland man finds two dead sharks on morning walk
A man came across two dead sharks on Uretiti Beach during a walk this morning.
Police seek witnesses to Hūkerenui fatal crash
The November 30 crash claimed the lives of two teenagers.
"Proud to be Māori" was the mantra of one of the youngest protesters among 600 at the Whangārei hīkoi
The Whangārei hikoi was full of passion for mokopuna.
Hot property: Overseas buyers fly in to view 'highly desirable' Whangārei Heads home
Potential buyers choppered in to the semi-remote area to view the stunning home.
Grandmother takes a stand against smokefree repeals to protect future generations
Helen James does not want her young grandchildren to have the choice of smoking.
A broken highway: Transport Minister's pledge to prioritise Brynderwyns bypass route
Waka Kotahi NZTA is calling for feedback on closure dates of the Brynderwyn Hills.
Kerikeri pupil becomes the country's best speller for his age - again
The 10-year-old also previously won a prestigious spelling bee comp at age seven.
'I got a glimpse of an eyeball': Couple delighted with rare find while fishing off rocks
Graham and Alison Pickering were fishing when they found a rare sea creature.
Focus on environment and te reo learning sees Far North principal win major award
Panguru principal Mina Pomare-Peita earns major award for school's te reo-based education
Photos: Historic fight night for world titles shines bright in Whangārei
World-class boxing lit up the stage in Whangārei in front of an excited crowd.
Firefighter recounts fighting the Australian bush fires as he returns home
A Northland firefighter talks about his experiences battling bushfires in Queensland.
Council's Christmas tree comes with a twist
There are 13,750 mappable outdoor LEDs within the new Christmas tree.
Businesses offering better work perks as staff expectations rise
Staff are demanding more work-life balance and businesses are rising to the challenge.
'They just bring joy to people':' Meet the man making a living out of blowing bubbles
He has three Guinness World Records.
Angry Northlanders say incoming Govt has traded children's health for tax cash
Angry Northlanders say the changes will cost lives.
Two teens killed in Northland crash, another critical
Their car crashed into roadworks, lost control and ended up in a paddock.
Charges laid against powerboat skipper after collision with Blue Ferry
The iconic Blue Ferry sank on April 13 after a collision involving the powerboat.
31yo's shock cancer diagnosis months after arriving in NZ
The one question on her mind: “Did I leave this too late?”
Two critically injured in single-vehicle SH1 crash in Northland
The Serious Crash Unit has been notified.
Search and rescue braced for summer spike; boaties rescued after vessel sinks
A busy summer awaits Search and Rescue units, with callouts on the rise.
Community fed up with drinkers at park near children's playground
'They think it’s their garden bar': Dozens of bottle caps and broken bottles can be seen.
International opponents welcomed as historic fight night closes in
'I want to be a role model for the next generation of Indian female fighters.'
Struggle to feed extra mouths: Northlanders grateful for SPCA's free mobile desexing clinic
The SPCA's mobile desexing clinic saw hundreds of animals desexed in Northland.
Tears and tension as councillors voted out at explosive meeting
A group of five councillors dominated the voting as major changes took place.
Onerahi bush fire deliberately lit, says investigator
The 100m x 50m vegetation fire was reported before midnight last night.
HMNZS Taupō returns to Whangārei after patrolling for illegal fishing
The navy ship is returning to her home port and will host an open day on Saturday.
Thousands turn out to celebrate all things Pasifika at the weekend
The Far North Pasifika Festival celebrates its second year.
Brynderwyns four-lane highway plan: Govt commitment welcomed
Northland leaders praise coalition’s commitment to four-lane alternative route.
Shops evacuated after gas leak alert
Emergency Services are responding to a gas leak at Otaika shops.
Former minister under fire for delay in Russell/Kororāreka name restoration decision
“What is says is that Māori are not important enough to make a decision about this."
'Pressure is going to be great': Far North aged care facilities find solution to growing skills shortage
Far North aged care facilities find solution to recruit staff in a region of high demand.
65yo motorcyclist killed in crash on State Highway 1 over the weekend
Police investigations say the cause of the crash was not like most involving motorbikes.
Person injured in Kaikohe house fire started by dryer
A man received minor injuries while escaping the fire at his home.