'We want to stay hopeful' Whānau of missing diver not giving up
'A beautiful soul who was hardworking and helped anyone who needed it.'
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Surface flooding, slips and 6m swells possible as wild weather approaches
The predicted weather may cause surface flooding, slips and damage to unsecured structures
‘Bring that magic back’: Santa coming to town after all
Whangārei Speedway Club has put its hands up to host a parade.
Marsden Cove business owners raise safety concerns after alleged aggravated robbery
Police say they have no tolerance for those causing harm in Northland communities.
Huge benefit to rugby league in Whangārei under new lease with local school
The park will benefit from new income that will allow a future for the famed spot.
Two Kaipara coast campgrounds need new managers
Many memories have been made at beach campgrounds over the years.
From zero to 100: How to avoid injuries this summer, according to experts
A Northland physio and personal trainer offer tips on preventing injuries this summer.
Huge wake-up call: Mum helping others after breast cancer diagnosis
'We're so busy we stop listening to our bodies.'
Search continues for diver missing near Herekino Harbour
Search and rescue services are working to locate a Northland diver missing for two days.
'They are our future': Street artists hope to inspire misguided youths through art form
Whangārei street artists aim to inspire youths to take the right path through art.
'We're really gutted': Christmas parade will not go ahead this year
A lack of sponsors, costs and timeframes has led to the event not going ahead.
First Iwi of Origin surf crown for Ngāpuhi
Iwi of Origin won by Ngāpuhi at the Aotearoa Māori Surfing Titles.
Search under way for diver believed to have been swept out to sea
Emergency services alerted to a "water incident” about 10.30am.
Ripiro Beach safety days prove successful
Multi-pronged approach to Ripiro Beach safety paying off.
Four outstanding women receive Whangārei civic honours
Four influential women have been honoured for their services to the community.
Rugby's Matt Matich and Kurt Benney to face off at Whangārei Fight Night
Rugby's Matt Matich and Kurt Benney square off in Whangārei Fight Night
Northland news in brief: Top vollies; Lotto win, and boatie dies during race
News snippets from across Northland.
Parents urged to take note of children’s internet activity after increasing harm
Parents need to safeguard their kids against online harm, online safety experts say.
Whangārei's summer markets return to the Town Basin
The Canopy Night market and the Artisans Market return to Whangārei.
Warning to wear seatbelts after Northland woman falls from vehicle and dies
A woman who was not wearing a seatbelt died after falling from a vehicle in Northland.
News in brief: Surf lifesavers back; Māori Battalion medals; five injured in crash
Catch up on new from around the region.
Kaitāia boxing champ Mea Motu confident ahead of big fight
Motu said she was dedicating the fight to her Te Rarawa iwi and 'Pukepoto hard.'
'I’ll be happy when...'Dr Libby returns to Whangārei to help us enhance quality of life
'I want to offer people ways to feel better when they might not know how.'
What's On: Sun set to shine for Northland events and activities
Northland has a host of activities and events on offer this Labour weekend.
SH1 now open after serious crash in Waipū
One person dead after Northland three-vehicle crash - road now open
Call to Northlanders to donate generously to rescue helicopter service as annual appeal begins
Northland Rescue Helicopter 2023 annual appeal on now
'Revival will come': Restaurants cautiously optimistic for summer
"For the first time in 3½ years, we can plan, which is a big deal."
'She just likes helping people' - Meet the 9-year-old cutting off her hair for charity
Bella Thompson bravely chopped off her hair to donate toward freedom hair,
Four Waiwera water slides find new home in Northland
Arguably the most iconic slide was too damaged by vandals to salvage.
Poacher with 109 scallops apprehended at closed Northland fishery
A boat and dive gear were seized and the man is likely to face prosecution.
Youngest learners vulnerable amidst sector struggles, teachers say
In a recent survey, 90 per cent of teachers in ECE said ratios are not fit for purpose
'Not his duty': Father claims he's not liable for getting medical attention for badly burned pre-schooler
Crown alleges: “This was not a minor burn to this four-year-old’s body, it was severe."
'It’s terrible what happened to him': Beloved street busker in hospital after alleged hit-and-run
"As whānau, we can only hope for him to get well soon."
Whangārei's Wiremu Neho named community golf coach of the year
Several of his prodigies have reached high performance levels nationally.