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'There’s a lot more work to be done' - lack of resources for Road to Zero strategy
Northland's road toll for 2022 was the highest in 22 years.
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'Needless, mindless vandalism': Young teen girls smash 19 showroom cars
'Their baby faces were looking back at me.'
Ngawha prisoner got outside unit before climbing on roof
The prisoner was on a short-term transfer for a court appearance.
Whangārei police maintain city is safe despite growing number of assaults
Police indicated the number of assaults - among other offences - is expected to fluctuate.
Families turn to food parcels as incomes 'just far too low'
Children are no longer going hungry at school, however, due to a Government initiative.
Guide dog puppy Roxy says goodbye to Whangārei District Council meetings
Roxy has been attending meetings with her foster dad, the councillor for Whangārei Heads.
Call for more police after CBD assaults rise
The number of assaults reported in Whangārei Central has risen in the last year.
One injured in youth fight in Whangārei
Police were called to the fight on Cross St on Tuesday.
Operation Cobalt: Northland police searches lag behind other districts
The operation, designed to target gang activity, has still resulted in over 1000 charges.
Overnight burglary at Countdown, no arrests yet
Inquiries are ongoing, a police spokesperson said.
'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.
Lotto shop robbed, reportedly by person with tomahawk
Social media users reported the offender had a tomahawk.
Whangārei courthouse a 'powder keg': lawyer calls for inquiry into assault
Small spaces and blind spots in the building create security issues, one lawyer says.
Lawyers fear for their safety after 'shocking' court lift attack
A 36-year-old travel agent is charged with injuring with intent to injure over the assault
Family lawyer in hospital after courthouse assault
Police, ambulance, and fire appliances can be seen outside the courthouse on Bank St.
Trapped for nine hours: Man dies after being pinned under a tractor
The man was freed by volunteer firefighters, but later died.
Spike in youth crime in Whangārei, data shows
Youth crime has risen by 14 per cent in Whangārei over the last five years.
Far North police seize 16 guns, drugs and $50k in stolen property
Nine people arrested during searches face 57 charges between them.
Police investigating commercial burglary in Tikipunga
Despite social media reports of a ram raid, police confirmed this was not the case.
Man injured in Kensington house fire
A Northland man left cooking unattended and fallen asleep - sparking fire.
SH1 at Mangamukas not forgotten
Repairs are continuing "with urgency" despite issues with Brynderwyns, Hawke's Bay roads.
Accused referred to Youth Aid over assault that caused life-threatening injuries
The victim is still in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
'Still a lot of crime going on': Residents concerned after failed police station opening trial
Residents in Kaikohe and Paihia have been asking for a greater police presence.
'They don't feel safe anymore': Remote community's pursuit for permanent police
Recent crimes in South Hokianga have led locals to start a petition for more police.
Second Northland police officer quits while under investigation
The police officer resigned after a complaint about behaviour towards a potential recruit.
Lower wages but higher rent: Northlanders stung by price hikes
Rents have risen more in Northland than in any other part of the country.
First hint of timeline for possible Brynderwyns reopening revealed
There is now a timeline for the reopening of SH1 from Brynderwyn to Waipū.
Truck blocking SH1 detour now moving; Civil Defence responds to 'muppets' name calling
Traffic was disrupted again on the SH1 light vehicle detour.
Lack of investment blamed for Northland’s roading woes
Northland's roads remain in a fragile state, with the Brynderwyns still closed.
Truck and trailer units banned from Cove Rd
A major blockage on Cove Rd prompted a ban by Civil Defence.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Devastating flooding on Tangiteroria farms
Farmers are starting to clean up as floodwaters recede.
Some state highways still closed after cyclone
Detours are in place for light vehicles and lifeline freight only.