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Third protected coral found in proposed Bream Bay sand mine area
A draft decision is expected in December, with a final decision in February.
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Strong El Niño could bring more marlin, turtles and tropical fish to Northland
Shifting baitfish could attract migratory sharks and marlin to NZ waters.
Total Mobility is meaningless without rural taxi services
OPINION: Many rural communities in Te Tai Tokerau have no conventional taxi services.
Humans have spent millennia trying to get their speed back
His skateboard has an aerodynamic fairing and prototype urethane wheels.
'We'll never know the answer': Family lose father and son in water tank tragedy
Keith and James Sisson were found dead inside a water tank in a Mangawhai home on Tuesday.
27 people dead on Northland roads this year as holiday season begins
Most deaths involved multiple factors, including speed, drugs and alcohol.
Election 2026: Jon Twyman Independent candidate for Whangārei
Independent candidate Jon Twyman answers quick-fire questions on key policy areas. Video / Northern Advocate
Crashes compound Whangārei gridlock during bridge closure
One motorist took 84 minutes to travel just 2km through the city.
Driver taken to hospital after hitting pedestrian, crashing into vehicle
Police were called near Wilkinson Ave and Kamo Rd about 10.45am.
Albatross V: Abandoned workboat likely to add $200,000 to ratepayer bill
A further 22 vessels are already on NRC’s watchlist as staff seek their owners.
Lawyer subject of ‘unprofessional and inappropriate’ messages in police group chat
Messages in the Whangarei police chat date from October 2022 to this year.
Police name victims of ‘hazardous substance’ incident in beachside town
The deaths on Tuesday have been referred to the Coroner.
New Zealand First's Shane Jones
New Zealand First MP and Northland candidate Shane Jones answers questions from around Northland. Video / Denise Piper
Election 2026: Shane Jones says national security, economic development, cost of living key
The New Zealand First MP answers questions from around Northland.
Why Northland's hot and windy summer could come with a deadly downside
Northlanders are being urged not to take risks as the provisional drowning toll sits at 8.
'Pretty raw deal': Protesters oppose Whangārei move-on notices for homeless
Council says health risks mean rough sleepers can no longer stay at a former sports club.
‘Seagulls fighting over the last chip’: GP says no parties have answers for health
The Waikato Medical School’s extra doctors will take 10 to 15 years to emerge.
Peaceful protest for homeless
The hīkoi in Whangārei on Thursday, against Whangārei District Council's move-on notices, ended outside the council's civic centre. Video / Denise Piper
Peaceful protest for homeless
About 50 people took part in the hīkoi, urging Whangārei District Council to halt its move-on notices at the former Old Boys' Rugby and Sports Club.
Murderer brother claims younger sibling asked to be shot
Brooklyn Jenkins shot his brother, Kyle, in the head, then rolled his body down a bank.
Bay News: Seven Sharp film in Russell
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Kerikeri women organise festival to revive struggling book clubs
Its online book club, The Diary of a Book Club, launches later this month.
Cheers mate! Friends win big Lotto prize after 16 years playing together
The winning bonus ticket had been pinned to a noticeboard for days.
Q+A with NZ Loyal Northland candidate Pete Verhoeven
NZ Loyal Northland candidate Pete Verhoeven speaks with reporter Brodie Stone. Video / NZ Herald
Q&A with NZ Loyal's Northland candidate Pete Verhoeven
Pete Verhoeven is vying to be the Northland MP in this election.
Tai Tokerau councils tell $1.4b Northland Waters: Put affordability first
Northland Waters will serve more than 120,000 customers.
News in brief: Whangārei plumber claims national title
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Directly in the line of fire': Calls grow for Whangārei police presence after alleged shooting
Businesses have hired security or closed early so staff can reach cars safely.
Man charged after firearm allegedly discharged several times in central Whangārei
Police are asking witnesses to Sunday's incident come forward.
Labour weekend call for Kiwis to help count one of the country's rarest birds
Volunteers are asked to listen at wetlands for 60 to 90 minutes around sunset.