New ZealandCouncil to appeal contractor’s $6.1m High Court-ordered payoutThe Whangārei District Council's appealing against $6.1m in costs for a contractor.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouple living in mouldy, run down home call out Māori Development Ministry'It's like the help has been ripped out from underneath our feet'.13 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandSix dolphins found dead in Ruakākā, hapū on-siteIt is suspected low cloud prevented the dolphins from being sighted earlier.13 Aug 03:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy do people poison trees?From poisoning gum trees in Kerikeri to pōhutukawa in Kaipara; why do people kill trees?11 Aug 06:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKāinga Ora plans to build apartment buildings angers Whangārei residentsOpposition is mounting against triple and double-storey Kāinga Ora homes in Kensington.11 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeMeth cook back behind bars: Father set up lab in family homeA judge has criticised his late plea, saying it impacts on others waiting for a trial.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMajor airlift to remove mangroves from Whangārei HarbourPassersby were surprised to see a helicopter helping to remove mangroves for the marina.11 Aug 02:43 AM
New Zealand'I think the future of film is up here now': Stars turnout for Far North TV screeningThe TV series, Far North, has already been sold to audiences around the world.10 Aug 10:35 PM
New ZealandBlack Sticks falter against transtasman rivals: Crowd cheers on home sideBoth the women and men lost to their Trans-Tasman rivals in Whangārei last night.10 Aug 08:20 PM
New ZealandIncreasing kiwi deaths prompts conservation groups to caution dog ownersSuspected dog attack behind another dead kiwi in Northland.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Corrects a grievance': Kamo name change given the green lightThe Geographic Board says in te reo Māori, the word Te is often used to elevate status.09 Aug 09:49 PM
New ZealandCouncil to buy land at centre of pōhutukawa controversyFar North land occupation over pōhutukawa felling ends after two years.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandBlack Sticks visit gives students something to aspire toHockey players met their idols on Tuesday in a visit from the Black Sticks.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Whangarei-Kaipara police area commander Maria Nordstrom welcomedThe new Whangārei-Kaipara area commander settles in.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland's wandering dog problem likely cause of kiwi deathsNorthland's wandering dog problem apparently continues to cost kiwi lives.07 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIncreasing retail crime an agony for retail storesIncrease in retail crime, a concern for retail stores.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandElderly woman dies after being dropped from hospital stretcherHer family said she had "a good innings" but died tragically while being transported home.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North: Album release, plane issues, art on show, sweet donationNews snippets from the Far North.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hot on heels behind fleeing driver involved in Kaiwaka crashPolice looking for driver who fled after causing crash on State Highway.06 Aug 11:26 PM
New Zealand'Go home Mr Batchelor': Stop Co-Governance meeting greeted by large counter-protestWhangārei Stop Co-Governance meeting greeted by big protest that delayed start.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeachers offered 14.5 per cent pay rise - but where will the money come from?Fears are the money will be taken from other areas within education.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWave of awards for Northland lifeguardsAwards of Excellence highlight a future of female empowerment.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandIll-discipline and two players in the bin proved costly for the TaniwhaThe Northland Taniwha were thumped by Canterbury in Whangārei.06 Aug 05:34 AM
New ZealandProtesters block entrance to Whangārei Stop Co-Governance meetingPolice earlier stopped the meeting from going ahead due to safety concerns.06 Aug 05:08 AM
New ZealandReported assault at Far North property a hoax, police sayEnquiries into an alleged assault this afternoon said to be as hoax by police06 Aug 04:55 AM
New ZealandResidents shocked after 50 trees poisoned at popular tourist spotThe man thought to be responsible believed he was doing the right thing, DoC says.05 Aug 11:26 PM
New ZealandWhangārei District Council to appeal High Court Three Waters rulingWhangārei to jointly contest ruling that councils won't get compensation for assets.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It’s an awesome lifestyle': What life's really like as a successful content creator'You’ve got to hustle to make sure you’re relevant.'04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPeaceful rally aims to send message to Stop Co-Governance TourControversial meeting planned for Whangārei on Sunday is also set to attract protesters.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandConsistency pays off for Whangārei Silver Ferns star representing NZ in World CupGordon was blown away to get the call saying she’d made the squad.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHospice volunteer signs off after 36 years of helpingNorth Haven Hospice roles rewarding for helper and way to do something for local people.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandEnviro groups get massive funding boost for greater protection of our natural worldBiodiversity funding to help local taiao groups and private landowners.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They are sleeping all over town': Big push to find permanent shelter for homeless after darkA temporary night shelter is on the cards but it's a short-term fix, advocate says.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKids go free at rugby's double header in WhangāreiDouble header at Semenoff Stadium in the Bunnings Warehouse NPC03 Aug 05:00 PM