Northland
Watch: 'Please don't attack me bro' - Fisherman's plea to great white shark
Matt Wells was being stalked by the shark as he paddled his kayak off the coast of remote a Northland beach. Audio
No quick fix for drained, sprayed Northland wetland - expert
Part of the protected Kaimaumau Wetland has been drained illegally and will take up to 10 years to recover, a local farmer and expert says.
Brothers admit role in fatal service station attack that claimed life of 'hero'
Shayden Perkinson died trying to protect his cousin at an ATM in 2023.
Whangārei hāpu set to go back to court to battle housing development on sacred site
A Whangārei based hāpu are going back to court for the latest in a legal saga spanning 30 years. Audio
Northland man's wetland destruction leads to court order
Northland's largest wetland has suffered significant damage to an area the size of 54 rugby fields after a landowner allowed livestock to enter, sprayed pesticides and illegally installed drains.
Te Tii Marae reopens
Chair of the 101-year old marae, Ngati Kawa, explains the significance of the whare to local hapu - and the nation. Audio
Regional deal could potentially 'double Northland's economic production'
Development opportunities to boost Te Tai Tokerau's economy are being put forward to the government.
Waitangi Day 2025: In pictures
Waka hit the water at the Treaty Grounds, while the PM was welcomed onto Ōnuku Marae in Akaroa and the Waitangi Hikoi made themselves known.
Pedestrian dies after Northland crash
A pedestrian has died after a crash in Northland, south of the Bay of Islands, police say.
Thousands predicted to descend on Waitangi talks never arrived
While Dame Iritana Tāwhiwhirangi's tangihanga and the Prime Minister's absence contributed, there was also a snubbing by some.
Wharf jump turns dangerous for teens
The teenage girls were swept away after jumping off Waitangi Wharf - another few minutes and it could have been a different result, police say.
Skies over Waitangi celebrations full of planes
Waitangi Day is the biggest day of the year on the ground in Northland - but it's also the region's busiest time in the sky.
Roads closed to avoid repeat of last year's Waitangi Day traffic chaos
Free car parks have been set up in Haruru, near Paihia, for people to make use of the free shuttle buses.
Wanted man found with machete down his pants
The 31-year-old man has been remanded in custody and was due back in court on 19 February.
Fast-track denied for controversial boat ramp
It may be the final nail in the coffin of a a project that's sharply divided the small community for nearly five years.
SH1 north of Auckland reopened after truck rollover
Police say a truck rolled earlier, blocking lanes in both directions near Topuni.
Iconic Te Tii Marae wharenui reopens
A dawn ceremony was hosted by mana whenua Ngāti Rāhiri and Ngāti Kawa who welcomed iwi leaders, politicians and the masses. Audio
Hāngī feeds 10,000 people at Te Tii Waitangi Marae
As the country discusses the concept of kotahitanga (unity), marae and whānau across Te Tai Tokerau have demonstrated what true unity can achieve.
Teen named by police as motorcyclist fatally shot
An investigation has been underway since a member of the public found his body in a creek in Northland.
Motorcyclist found dead in a creek had been shot, police say
The man was found in a creek near Whangārei, with his motorbike parked nearby.
