Northland
'Education hub' opens for students cut off by slip
Students cut off from their high schools by a monster slip northeast of Whangārei are instead taking lessons at a temporary 'education hub' set up at a local primary school.
Far North mayor shuts down rumour after councillor’s 'false' MP candidacy claim
Far North mayor Moko Tepania has confirmed he will not be standing as an MP at the coming general election.
Residents armed with sticks in fear of roaming dogs
"This isn't an anti-dog thing. This is just anti-irresponsible owners" says a parent who criticised the council for its reactive approach. Audio
Dirt bike rider seriously injured in crash
The crash came on the same day Northland police issued a stark warning about the dangers of dirt bikes on urban streets.
Father pleading for review of dog laws after daughters witness brutal attack
A Northland father is pleading for a review of dog laws and a crackdown on owners after his young daughters were left terrified after witnessing a brutal attack by a pack of roaming dogs right outside… Audio
Couple finally gets landslide payout three years after claim
Even so, they came close to losing out entirely when engineers hired by the Earthquake Commission, backed its orginal call that it was not landslide damage.
Kaipara open to breakaway council with Auckland's north Rodney
The council is backing North Rodney Action Group's proposal to form a unitary authority by merging the area governed by Kaipara District Council (KDC) with the northern two‑thirds of the former Rodney…
Father faces charges after 3yo injured in dirt bike crash
The crash has highlighted the danger of dirt bikes being used on city streets - and an alarming trend of riders taking young children for high-speed joyrides, almost always without helmets.
Bosco the surfer dog returns to water at Waitangi
Now five years old, the French bulldog was joined by younger companion Treasure, who is also learning to ride the waves.
Northland councils team up on local government reform
Northland's four councils are presenting a shared vision, following the proposal for local government reform.
Waitangi visitors reflect on manaakitanga
Festivities continued at Waitangi, after Friday morning's official ceremony.
Waitangi Day 2026 in pictures: the waka, kapa haka and crowds
About 35,000 people came out for Waitangi Day commemorations at Waitangi, including about 700 paddlers.
Papamīharo, the place where tamariki are 'atua of the space'
At Waitangi, the colourful, immersive tent has invited mokopuna, rangatahi and whānau to slow down, reconnect and "simply be".
Speeches, celebrations and heckling: What happened at Waitangi
A day of formalities has come to a close following several speeches and fiery crowd.
'I would do it for anyone': Man who saved family from drowning
Haruru man Aaron Stott was described as a hero, but he said he just doesn't want to see people suffering.
Second meteor sighting reported within a week
Social media users have reported seeing a bright flash light up the sky in the early hours of Thursday morning.
'Hero' saves family of four from drowning
A family of four have been saved from drowning by a fast-thinking local man being described by police as a "hero".
Tama Potaka on the Treaty Principles Bill
Ahead of Waitangi Day, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka joins Mihingarangi Forbes for a wide-ranging interview. Audio
'Heartbreaking': Mentally unwell man killed stepfather after meds changed
Rita Tawhai said her son should have been in a secure facility at the time of his crime.
Māori Queen pledges proceeds of regatta to weather-impacted communities
The chair says the century-old gathering would now be a chance to give some relief to those affected by recent flooding.
