Society Insider: Whangārei National candidate Lloyd Budd has the backing of Sir John Key and Paula Bennett
“Lloyd brings a real-world experience and a load of energy,” Key says. Sir John Key and Lloyd Budd.…
Northland police appeal for information after Whangārei man assaulted outside Stumpy’s
“She had her face up against the window, just looking at me,” he said. The man claimed she…
Celebrity Treasure Island’s Louis Davis on TikTok fame and changing stereotypes
And now he’s finding a new audience – on a slightly bigger screen – on Celebrity Treasure Island.…
Whangārei man helps police with arrest after rugby tackle on fleeing suspect
“Officers responded quickly and located the man, who fled on foot upon seeing police.” Rakete said as officers…
Abbey Caves coronial hearing questions Whangārei District Council’s role after death of Karnin Petera
Multiple witnesses have given evidence over the tragedy, which involved a Whangārei Boys’ High School excursion into Abbey…
Abbey Caves tragedy: Coroner told of no safety plans or Whangārei Boys’ High School leadership oversight
Northland had been under an orange weather warning for days and it was upgraded to a heavy‑rain warning…
Whangārei Abbey Caves inquest hears teacher’s fight to save students
“I was pinned against the rock with the water holding me in place. I had one hand free…
Cracks in Te Matau a Pohe bridge welds prompt Whangārei shutdown
Cracks have been found in welding inside the steel hook beams. Whangārei ratepayers paid about $17m towards the…
Whangārei Museum to restore RMS Niagara lifeboat linked to war, flu
The RMS Niagara story starts with her launch in 1912. She was originally billed as “The Titanic of…
Rare 70th wedding anniversary for Malcolm and Lorraine Walker of Whangārei still ‘in love’
“She’s the only woman I danced with who could talk. She was a terrific talker.” These days, Lorraine…
Whangārei jury acquits Shannon Brady of murder following the death of Waimamaku man Nicholas Baldwin
The Crown alleged Baldwin, of Waimamaku, wanted a cut of Brady’s alleged cannabis operation and left a message…
Whangārei CBD safety and parking worries spark call for urgent action
Perceived safety and social behaviour were key concerns, while car parking was also a worry for CBD businesses.…