Today's latest news
'It’s really tough for our whānau': Schools requesting charity aid as cost of living bites
Schools are doing their bit to help while families struggle to afford the basics.
Police working hard to uncover details behind death of Jo Sione-Lauaki
An investigation into the unexplained death of the Dargaville woman is continuing.
'Thoughtless cost-cutting': 100 patients' care put in doubt by Health NZ plan
Doctor's Far North patients are gutted - more than one broke down in tears.
Mangawhai Surf Club signs agreement with council to fix major slip
Funds have been found and repair work could begin in October.
Conservation plan for Far North wants public submissions
Te Hiku Conservation Management Strategy out for public feedback
Poorest Kiwi kids going without healthy food, study finds
Health experts and children’s advocates call the findings 'shameful'.
I’m proud of what we have done towards the productivity and prosperity of Whangārei District - John Williamson
OPINION: Maungatapere Water Company is a 30-year success story.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Bay News: A closer look at news in the Bay
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
‘I didn’t hurt my wife’: Husband denies ‘rumours’ at wake for mum found dead on beach
"Because I’m Black Power, they instantly think, ‘Oh, he’s done that'."
Police are renewing appeals in ongoing homicide investigation into Tikipunga house fire
Police are renewing appeals in an ongoing homicide investigation.
Relocation company apologises after house slides off trailer and blocks Northland Rd
Kaiwaka road closed for eight hours after house slips from trailer.
Kaipara District Council votes to disestablish Māori ward
Mayor Craig Jepson said he was elated at the decision.
Kaipara District Council votes today on future of its Māori ward
Ngātiwai to rally before the meeting 'to show solidarity with local hapū and iwi'.
'Paedophile at heart': 58yo's self-description after being caught abusing child
Victim's mother told Anthony Smith 'you destroyed my girl, you’re disgusting'.
'Violent and aggressive behaviour': Northland retailers face challenging times
Retail crime is increasing in Northland - so what are police doing about it?
'The foundation people need': Māori mum in search of the perfect school fit
She's only 3, but Arita-Jay's mum is already looking for the perfect school.
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
'I want answers': Family of mum found dead on beach desperate for information on eve of tangi
Police believed to be looking for man seen with Jo Sione-Lauaki in lead-up to her death.
'Smash a highway through it': Northland residents want voices heard on Brynderwyns bypass
Northlanders fear NZTA routes bypassing the Brynderwyns will cut through their community.
Police say death in Ruakākā is not being treated as suspicious
It appeared to be the result of a medical event, police say
Māori leader calls for Kaipara mayor’s resignation over Māori ward move
Dame Naida Glavish says push to scrap Māori ward is unacceptable.
Nature-loving family design home nestled among native forest
Architectural designer Brett Hulley designed his home with their lifestyle in mind.
News briefs from the Far North - Fuel study in pipeline, ute seized after death
News snippets from the Far North.
'We trusted you:' Woman stole from Rebel Sport and friend who gave her a job
Skye Renes got rid of some stolen items after being tipped off by police connections.
Kevin Page: A walk in fresh air ends in tears
OPINION: 'There was an almighty, thunderous roar.'
'It's like she just disappeared': Family of Jo Sione-Lauaki say police suspect foul play
Police have asked for sightings of a Mitsubishi Outlander near Omamari Beach.
Northland family have nightmares after Noel Leeming armed robbery
A man has described the terror of having a gun fired over his head.
Police investigating unexplained death in Ruakākā
Ruakākā body the second unexplained death in Northland in days.