Moko Tepania makes history as Far North's new mayor
Tepania says he's 'incredibly lucky' to be chosen to lead positive change in the Far North
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'Not adequately equipped': Big increase in police officers leaving the force
National list MP Shane Reti says Northland needs more police in the right places.
Women's Rugby World Cup: Eagerly-awaited feature match in Whangārei this weekend
England have named a strong run-on side against France for the clash in Whangārei.
Police car shot at in Moerewa, one person in custody
A man surrendered himself to police after the shooting.
Northland beef farmers strong rebuke to government emission proposal
Fed Farmers Northland lashes out at government over emissions reduction proposals.
Photo exhibition captures North Hokianga's vanishing way of life
Morrow's project started as a 6-month employment scheme. She kept at it for 10 years.
'Big mistakes happening': Exhausted hospital staff working 16-hour shifts, nurse reveals
'It's quite a scary place to be at the moment, to be honest.'
Dogs suspected of attacks on Far North livestock destroyed - but others are still out there
An elderly farming couple have suffered a fifth attack on their livestock by roaming dogs.
Fans from around the globe flock to Whangārei for Women's Rugby World Cup
The visitors are bringing some international flavour to Whangārei.
Hooked on the best spot in the world: TV star set to move into dream home
TV fishing personality Matt Watson explains why building his dream home was a mission.
Ticketek fail: Canterbury already through to the semis?
Company admits howler as NPC semifinal tickets seen on its app before the quarter-finals.
Rugby fans' 16,500km whistle-stop tour to deliver special cargo to World Cup
The duo had to stop strangers from blowing the precious Rugby World Cup match whistle.
Ready to book your summer holiday? We've got all you need to know
A travel guide to your summer holiday.
Top slugger fights her way back from 'darkness' to surge into spotlight
For the first time, Northland boxer Mea Motu publicly shares her fight for life.
US rugby stars 'hijack' Northland cafe, devour 90 pies in two hours
A local cafe owner is ecstatic after US women rugby players spent more than $1000 on pies.
Descendants of 'Papa Hek' thrilled to be captaining waka hourua
Joelene Busby and Terissa Busby will be the first wāhine Māori to captain the waka hourua.
Man charged after Kaitāia pouwhenua vandalised
A 61-year-old man is set to appear in a Kaitāia court today in relation to the incident.
NZTA under fire: Motorist crashes on closed highway, trapped for 15 hours
Police are investigating after a woman crashed her car in a sealed-off section of highway.
'Peace' carving vandalism condemned by Far North leaders
Vandalism at Kaitāia cultural gateway is now under police investigation.
Aquaman star Jason Momoa welcomed to Rāwhiti
Bay of Islands to stand in for Hawaii in new series starring, and co-written by, Momoa.
'It's just so cool for Whangārei to have the Rugby World Cup'
The World Cup kicks off this Saturday and Northland Kauri player Tui McGeorge can't wait.
'Everyone should do it': Give four-day working week a go, business owner urges
Pressure ramps up for businesses to trial a four-day working week.
EPIRB sales up as Enchanter documentary highlights tragedy
Technological advances have made the beacons smaller and much more accurate.
Strong demand for ticket sales for Whangārei Rugby World Cup games
Women's rugby teams to enjoy non-match activities in Northland during their stay.
What's the catch? Is this the cheapest house and land package in New Zealand?
A bach with 6.4ha of freehold land is up for grabs in the Far North for a mere $175,000.
'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.
Community supports family after child's death falling from tree
A friend of the family said Declan was normally a confident tree-climber.
'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.
House of Science: Hokianga holds first-ever science festival
Kits target rural schools where teachers lack confidence or resources to teach science.
Win against Tasman will boost Northland's playoff chances
Matt Moulds will again lead Northland in their must-win game against the Mako.
Mystery man pays it forward - more than 200 times
Anonymous donor insisted the cash be used at random to cover other customers' bills.
Legal battle brewing: Luxury resort heads to High Court over coffee plantation
Carrington Resort takes man to court over plans to establish a coffee plantation.
Northland iwi backs 1080 poison drop in Waipoua Forest
DoC's plans to drop tonnes of 1080 on Waipoua Forest supported by Te Roroa kaitiaki
Frustrated dad repeatedly pounded daughter's head into cupboard door
A judge says the man "simply lost it" when the 11-year-old wouldn't go to bed.