Brandt Shortland moves from coroner role to District Court judge
Kaikohe gets its first resident District Court judge - Brandt Shortland.
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Three more sheep stolen and slaughtered on paddock
A Dargaville man frustrated at ongoing theft of his sheep has given up grazing them.
Covid-19: Help local businesses get through the global pandemic
Plea to support Northland businesses as foot traffic plummets due to Covid-19.
Do more, say Nats, as New Zealand ramps up virus tests
Virus test delays in the provinces as the National Party demands more be done.
Kelly Slater carves up Northland waves to delight of locals
'We saw this guy do the best backhand snap I have ever seen ... and we knew it was him.'
Armed Offenders Squad called out Northland man arrested
Armed offenders squad called to coastal community.
Cop to crim: Policeman guilty of sexually violating colleague
The cop was on trial and charged with sexually violating his female workmate.
Coronavirus: Thai students at Kerikeri High told to stay home
Kerikeri High says there's no cause for concern for its staff or other students.
Police rape trial: Prosecutor says accused cop 'hid evidence'
Court hears police officer accused of sexual violation "hid evidence" and lied.
'Be careful what you say': Cop says he felt pressure in police rape investigation
Police officer says he saw "flirting" between accused cop and complainant.
Revealed: Northland's best holiday spots
Home to some of our most beautiful beaches and marine wildlife, Northland is a must-see.
Billionaires eye Kiwi coronavirus bolthole
One US billionaire said being trapped in NZ by border closures would be "dream come true".
Kauri dieback found in Puketi Forest. Forest & Bird demand Govt action
Pigs blamed for spread - turning forests into giant pigsties.
Kauri dieback now in Northland's Puketi Forest
Kauri dieback now in Northland's Puketi Forest
Cop's story changes about night of colleague's alleged rape
Constable says he was nervous after receiving employment investigation letter.
Battle of Kororāreka remembered 175 years on
Attack on Russell sparked by Hone Heke's frustration over Treaty breaches.
Officer finds policewoman 'hysterically crying' after alleged rape
"I said I was sorry, I didn't know what else to say ... it was a crime scene now."
Attempts to rescue pygmy killer whales unsuccessful at Waipū
It is only the second recorded stranding of pygmy killer whales reported in New Zealand.
Family of missing woman Bridget Simmonds wants closure
"We really need closure, we miss her so much...": Missing Northland woman's family
Police rape trial: 'I did not cheat... I was sexually assaulted'
The defence claims the incidents between the two officers was a "pre-arranged hook-up".
Second Northland whale stranding in a day
Four killer pygmy whales stranded at Waipū Cove following Cuveir's beaked whale stranding.
'I am telling the truth' - female cop questioned over rape claims
Alleged victim says she is 'extremely thankful' CCTV filmed much of the evening.
Police rape trial: 'I should've been safe, I was with police colleagues'
Several officers participated in drinking games, including using a modified police baton.
A string of crimes hit central Whangārei childcare centre hard
Vandals and thieves mean a security system will have to be installed at childcare centre.
Whangārei Police call on public to report sightings of distinctive ute used in robbery
Police are investigated the robbery of a Northland dairy which involved a firearm.
Kiwi filmed 'rejoicing' in stream
National icon seen in stream drinking its fill in broad daylight.
$19.8m kingfish farm for Bream Bay
The project could lead to a 3000-tonne operation with revenue estimated at $45m a year.
'I woke up to pain' - female cop describes alleged sex violation by colleague
Defence claims the allegations are a case of regret about the night's events, not rape.
Places in Northland break summer drought record
Whangārei and Dargaville have broken rainfall records in place for many decades.
Cop on trial accused of sexually violating colleague
The accused policeman denies the allegations against him during last year's Waitangi Day.
Family of murdered woman say they are living life sentence
Akuhata, sentenced to life, has appeal against his sentence and conviction dismissed.
Millions of dead tuatua wash up as sizzling summer causes havoc to marine life
"I've never seen anything like it in all my life, the entire beach is just covered."