Brynderwyns to fully open in time for busy Easter Weekend
Long weekend means there will be more vehicles travelling to and from the region.
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Whangārei Harbour - and others on Northland’s east coast - at risk from new, invasive pest seaweeds
Highly invasive seaweed major threat to Northland's east coast harbours.
Pretty wild: Rock’n’roll couple excited to play Northland gigs
Pat and Lety Beers of the Schizophonics are bringing a bit of lunacy to Northland.
'Daredevil child's' horrific duneboarding accident and 10-year road to recovery
She had a simple motto to help with her recovery: ‘If you can’t stand up, stand out.’
Artists from across the globe descend on Whangārei Heads for CollaboratioNZ
The works they are creating go up for auction on Saturday.
'Wellington only listens to people when they stand up': March aims to raise teachers' voices
Thousands of teachers across Te Tai Tokerau marched for better pay, resources and support.
One injured in youth fight in Whangārei
Police were called to the fight on Cross St on Tuesday.
Gwen Lawson on Northland’s bowls scene
The latest news from Northland's bowls scene with Gwen Lawson.
Battery farm able to supply power to 60,000 homes being built in Northland
Work starts on $186 million battery farm at Ruakākā.
'Wrong man, wrong car': Man in custody for two years cleared of rape after 'flawed' investigation
The man said he had been trying to help his friend and was then accused of rape.
Last BDO Tour of Northland for Buchanan after 20 years
Increased traffic management costs contribute to the end of Northland cycle race.
Teachers' strike: Hundreds of Northland teachers strike over pay and conditions
Northland teachers among 50,000 nationally on strike today
Operation Cobalt: Northland police searches lag behind other districts
The operation, designed to target gang activity, has still resulted in over 1000 charges.
Yachties keen to see work start before buying up new berths in Whangārei
Whangārei Marina is exhibiting at Auckland Boat Show over the weekend.
Momentous appointment of head students boosts rural school's positive change
The new leaders want to help create positive change within the kura.
35 new public houses to be delivered in Whangārei by mid-2024
Nine of the homes will be developed for those with mobility needs.
Fish of the Year: Ocean giant takes over from petite seaweed-living rarity
The manta ray is making its move to overtake smaller competitors in Fish of the Year.
'That's not my name': Activist Brad Flutey challenges judge in court
The one-time political candidate was found guilty of a number of charges.
Family of Rob Ludlow shares the dad's 'little steps' toward recovery after attack
The family says "a long and uncertain road" lies ahead for Rob Ludlow.
Overnight burglary at Countdown, no arrests yet
Inquiries are ongoing, a police spokesperson said.
Comfort food on the menu to raise vital funds for cyclone-devastated areas
Northland restaurants are cooking up a storm for cyclone relief on March 20.
'It's something we all fear could happen': Lawyer attacked in court lift speaks out
Family lawyer Brintyn Smith has described the long road to recovery that is ahead of him.
Meth capital of New Zealand revealed in wastewater tests
Drop in overall meth use NZ-wide put down to reduced supply.
‘At their wits’ end’: Art show highlights families’ struggle with meth
Exhibition aims to raise awareness and explore answers to region’s meth epidemic.
Retiring JP calls on young people to become JPs
High number of traffic offences still bugs recently retired JP.
David Grindle: Govt-inflicted costs squeezing employers
Comment: The employment-related costs of doing business have increased significantly.
Whangārei’s new all-weather athletics track gets soggy test, but ready for racing
Whangārei athletics track recently repaired after over a decade of use.
'Poorly planned and executed': Police unjustified in using firearm, taser in busy car park
The arrest attempt was 'poorly planned and executed', the IPCA said.
Northland parents gather to celebrate Multiple Birth Awareness Week 2023
Twins come with challenges such as sleep deprivation and financial struggles.
'The rubber band will only stretch so far': Burnt out teachers set to strike
Pat Newman says teachers and principals need proactive action by the Ministry of Education
'We're still in shock': Retired couple's life-changing Lotto win
The woman was on the edge of her seat as each number began to line up on their ticket.
Family escapes as fire destroys home in Ōtāngarei
Cause uncertain, but child playing with cigarette lighter a possibility.
Whangārei teen flying high after winning multiple titles at Model Flying NZ Nationals
His love affair with model planes started when he was young.
Vince Cocurullo: What do the Three Waters reform proposals mean?
It might be helpful to summarise them in this column.