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'Always loved music': Disabled man uses chin to create DJ world first
Troy Robertson believes he is the first DJ to headline a club using only his chin.
Latest from Northland
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Woman told no public eating disorder care was available in Northland
A Northland woman says she was denied public eating disorder care locally.
Three youths in custody after reckless ride in stolen car across two cities
Police tracked a stolen Toyota Aqua from Whangārei to Manurewa.
Northland’s clean energy boom stalling amid weak power grid links
Energy Bridge plan aims to fix Northland grid and unlock green power projects.
'Absolutely disgusted': Northland family's tame bull shot and butchered
Farmers say the killing is a major financial hit and urge witnesses to speak up.
The world’s best family destinations, and your top tips for what to do there
Another category win for one NZ destination, but which Pacific island took second place?
Children's author pushed 12-year-old off his bike – then hurled it at him
Lucas Remmerswaal has unsuccessfully appealed his conviction for assaulting the boy.
Ruakākā’s flying filly may not be a saint but she is pretty darn good
She's Not Saint bolts away with local classic at home track.
'I just feel needed': Why this Auckland dentist swapped Herne Bay for Dargaville
After Kaipara's only dental clinic closed, locals pulled out their teeth with pliers.
Can a corgi and a collie help save whitebait? Trial puts noses to the test
Researchers are testing dogs’ ability to find īnanga eggs in riverbank grass.
Far North councillor's parliamentary bid may force $100k byelection
Davina Smolders says she would resign if placed in Act’s top 10 or 11.
Northland rescues call for action over 'tragic' puppy sales
Rescuers say desexing myths are fuelling unwanted dogs in the Far North.
Two $100,000 races launch three-year-old Guineas countdown
This weekend will start to define the pecking order for NZ 3-year-old thoroughbred racers.
'Spree burglar' who targeted gliding club jailed for almost four years
David Neho was jailed for almost four years after damaging five gliders.
'Huge problem': Community leader calls for more police action against meth
Two Kaipara residents face a maximum life sentence if found guilty of meth dealing.
SH1 at Brynderwyn reopens after overnight slip
NZTA urges caution as mud may make the road slippery.
‘Huge demand on services’: North Shore area ambulance patients diverted to Whangārei
Whangārei Hospital was already under pressure as winter demand surged.
Society Insider: Former Black Cap linked to year's most expensive house sale
Plus, who was spotted dining at Auckland's new Real Life Restaurant?
Coromandel and Bay of Plenty face heaviest rain as system tracks east
Christchurch could reach 19C before southerlies bring cooler weather later.
Thunderstorm warning lifted for Far North
A heavy rain watch remains for Northland and northern Auckland until 1am.
Heavy rain watch issued for Northland and north Auckland
Periods of heavy rain to northern and eastern areas are expected from tomorrow morning.
Police didn’t know child victim’s name in reopened abuse case, documents reveal
Police sought help identifying a child in a case under review.
NZ Herald Travel Readers' Choice Awards 2026: All your winners revealed
From Queenstown to the Maldives: the places Herald readers love most.
Orange rain warning: Up to 50mm more forecast for Eastern Bay of Plenty
The warning remains in force until 4am tomorrow.
Cancer clinic plan stuck in regulatory limbo
The Nosoviches want to use their nanotechnology on cancer without revealing trade secrets.
From Northland to Nolan: Stephen Murphy's Hollywood odyssey
The Whangārei actor wants his story to inspire other Northlanders to dream big.
Heavy rain watches issued as cold snap ends
MetService has issued the watches for Northland and Bay of Plenty.
'Handed out like lollies': Puppies sold near Kaitāia market
The SPCA is investigating the sale of the puppies near Kaitāia market.
'It’s a thrill': Fishing host’s dolphin visitors return this winter
Matt Watson says the pod visits his Far North bay each winter.
Matt Watson gets yearly visit from pod of dolphins
Fishing host Matt Watson jumps in the water with a pod of dolphins who befriended him and his family over a decade ago. Video / Ultimate Fishing