New ZealandPlumes of smoke drift across harbour as rubbish fire burns in RuakākāPlumes of smoke can be seen across Whangārei Harbour14 Dec 03:09 AM
New ZealandSecurity concerns front of mind for Waitangi Day as Treaty debate heats upProviding a safe environment for robust debate will be key on February 6.14 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandWarning over swimming, water contact in Whangārei Town BasinPeople and pets should stay out of the water due to an algal bloom.13 Dec 11:11 PM
New ZealandRace against time pays off as Whangārei Christmas Parade saved and ready to goSaturday will see the parade in full swing, including fair ground rides, food and crafts13 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandIwi put foot down over ashes being scattered at Cape Reinga'It is very much a place for the living.'13 Dec 09:33 PM
New ZealandChristmas Appeal 2023: Special Olympics Whangārei 'woefully short of volunteers'The Olympics where the last athlete across the line gets the biggest cheer.13 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQuit-smoking organisation inundated with people addicted to vapingVapes should not be promoted by Government, trust says.13 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew bans in place for vehicles on some Northland beachesThe change is something many coastal communities have been waiting for, councillors say.13 Dec 03:30 AM
New ZealandCouple heartbroken after 13 sheep killed in dog attacks" ... once dogs get a taste of sheep, they will keep coming back."12 Dec 11:22 PM
New ZealandCuts to te reo Māori bonuses for public servants takes 'country back 50 years', iwi member saysIt's yet unclear which payments will be cut and where.12 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandNew competition forces drop in Whangārei petrol pricesPetrol has become 10, 15 cents a litre cheaper, says AA, thanks to a new competitor.12 Dec 05:57 PM
New ZealandChristmas Appeal 2023: Bald Angels helps families in need experience the festive seasonThe Bald Angels is helping more than 1000 kids experience Christmas this year.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei's beloved busker gifted new mobility scooter on birthdayMr T has been gifted a brand new mobility scooter after an alleged hit-and-run crash.12 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandNorthlanders with information on Kerikeri assault asked to come forwardPolice seek witnesses to Kerikeri assault.12 Dec 02:37 AM
New ZealandWhangārei Cat Rescue tackles cat-astrophic problemThe rescue currently has 60 kittens in their care but can take up to 90.11 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeFamily of Kaikohe grandmother Linda Woods tearful as man pleads guilty to manslaughterThe public gallery was filled with Woods’ family and friends, many of whom were emotional.10 Dec 11:10 PM
New ZealandOld council building given new life as 'one-stop shop' to help environmentHe Awhi Rito Envirohub is a place for community groups and waste minimisation.10 Dec 10:00 PM
KahuRugby's loss is the theatre's gainWhangarei's Jackson Terry will be in the spotlight for High School Musical.10 Dec 05:27 PM
New ZealandVegan ate too many berries, rushing home for sex: Wildest excuses for speeding revealedExcuses, excuses, but a new police campaign is no laughing matter.09 Dec 12:37 AM
New ZealandAn unofficial guide to the best beaches in NorthlandWith surf breaks aplenty and relatively uncrowded expanses of sand, there's a wide choice.08 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe thinning blue line: Where our police are going and the plans to help them stay“This is a difficult job. There comes a point in time where you want a change."08 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHospitality worker jailed for trail of thefts stretching length of NZDavid Wotherspoon's dishonesty stretched the length of the country.08 Dec 05:00 AM
LifestyleTop chefs dish up top tips for creating Christmas feast on a budgetPlus two recipes to brighten up your festive fare this holiday season.08 Dec 01:31 AM
New ZealandPhotos: Runners given a splash of colour as The Ray White Hatea Loop Challenge takes offThe event attracted a great crowd of all ages.08 Dec 01:22 AM
New ZealandSweet deal: Six tonnes of 'wonky' kūmara rescuedWonky Box has expanded its produce distribution operation and now delivers locally.07 Dec 10:00 PM
Crime'It's a set up': Pound worker maintains he didn't poison the milkA judge has reserved his decision after the case closed this week.07 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandPharmacist who heckled Ardern struck off after denouncing Govt's Covid responseThe pharmacist heckled the former PM at a press conference, leading to it being shut down.07 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandHaving to turn away people on Christmas Day is heartbreaking, Salvation Army saysIt's heart-breaking says the Salvation Army06 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandFarmers urged to be vigilant as fall armyworm confirmed in NorthlandSeveral cases of fall armyworm have been confirmed on Northland farms lately.06 Dec 07:09 PM
New Zealand'Fear in our community' Residents anxious as Kāinga Ora plans 50-house villageThe changes threaten a major upheaval to residents' way of life.06 Dec 07:08 PM
CrimeRebels kidnapping trial: Guilty verdicts after four-day deliberationThe men were charged with kidnapping and violent offences including firearms.06 Dec 02:45 AM
New ZealandRed flag from 1990s shows lack of nitrate tests in drinking waterThe nitrates are among the highest in the country but involve old data.05 Dec 05:00 PM
CrimeWorker accused of poisoning colleague by spiking milk with antifreezeA bottle of antifreeze was found in the stationery room with the seal broken.05 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly rare': Northland man finds two dead sharks on morning walkA man came across two dead sharks on Uretiti Beach during a walk this morning.05 Dec 02:20 AM
