Northern AdvocateDoC warns walkers off unstable Mt Manaia track after landslide damageA 30m section of the track was destroyed by a landslide in January. 21 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGirl who thought she was dying inspires new period packs for girls in careThe new packs for girls in care include period undies, pads, toiletries and chocolate.20 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'We’ve got to give it our best shot': Community bid to buy iconic Kerikeri marketThe community has 12 months to raise $7m to buy the Old Packhouse site.20 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA missing tractor, crushed fences and tyre tracks - the clues an alleged killer left behindJasmaine Reihan's burnt body, phone and a knife were later found in the car on the beach.20 Feb 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDogs to be destroyed after fatal Kaihu mauling, council confirmsThe three dogs are currently impounded while police investigate.20 Feb 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘You will be saving somebody’s life’: Donor backs new Whangārei plasma drive20 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMan allegedly assaulted at Whangārei home escapes by locking himself in car, police say19 Feb 10:26 PM
Northern AdvocateSchool bus driver stood down for allegedly drinking on the jobA parent claims they found an empty can and two full beers in the bus.19 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Investigation into unauthorised earthworks at Church Bay continuesThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern Advocate'The biggest issue we face': Northland mayors unite on dog control crisisMP Grant McCallum has called for a meeting with the region's mayors about dog control.19 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHow a hazardous Brynderwyns kauri tree lives on at sea Built by Waipu sawmiller Jack Barrott, Callisto launched on the river in 1972.19 Feb 03:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMurder-accused's mother begged police for help as her son's paranoia spiralledAnaru Morunga has been accused of murdering his ex-partner, Jasmaine Reihana.19 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNight convoys to haul 80m turbine blades across Northland roadsThe 107km overnight route from Northport to Dargaville will take up to six hours.19 Feb 01:12 AM
Northern AdvocateRuatangata West man identified as person who died in crashThree other people were taken to hospital with minor injuries after the crash.18 Feb 10:27 PM
Northern AdvocateBay News: Inside the 75-year watch of Russell Radio volunteersThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.18 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRunner attacked by dogs weeks before fatal maulingBrandon Tai was chased by three dogs in the area and suffered a bite to his calf.18 Feb 09:32 PM
Northern AdvocateState Highway 1 reopened after serious crashEmergency services were called to the scene just after 7.30am.18 Feb 08:13 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North pensioners hit with 'crippling' council rent hikes of up to $100 a weekFar North District Council faces a $15m bill to fix and upgrade 15 empty units.18 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn Williamson: Avoiding the fails that trip up almost half of restricted licence driversFrom January 25, 2027, drivers will no longer sit a full licence test.18 Feb 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFirefighters battle major house fire in Whangārei’s MorningsideFive fire trucks are fighting the blaze on Morningside Rd.18 Feb 03:45 AM
Northern Advocate‘He looked evil’: Witness describes man's demeanour on night he allegedly killed ex-partner'He is fried as f***, he’s scratching his head with a big knife', man messaged partner.18 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFamily of Northland woman killed in Kaihu dog attack say death was 'tragic'Mihiata Te Rore, 62, died at a rural State Highway 12 property in Kaihu on Tuesday.18 Feb 01:52 AM
Northern Advocate‘Facilitating murder’: Winston Peters says dog owners deserve manslaughter charges after fatal attacksA woman died after an alleged dog attack in Northland yesterday. 18 Feb 01:42 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom Waikare to the operating theatre: Young intern eyes neurosurgery careerThe $20,000 scholarship helped Whiti Hoori leave remote Waikare to study.17 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘They should lead by example’: Pensioner wins fight with NZTA over $2.60 tollBrett Jacobson was wrongly billed for his towed ute, then told he couldn't get a refund.17 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHelena Bay slip: Residents face months more waiting as road fix timeline grows'It will happen': Mayor urges patients as Helena Bay slip fix drags on.17 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'He is fried as f***': Text warning before ex-partner's alleged murderJasmaine Reihana's body was later found in the back seat of a burnt-out car.17 Feb 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Tragic': Person mauled to death by dogs at Northland home Inspector Maria Nordstrom says the dogs involved have been restrained.17 Feb 12:43 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom awards to boom: How a Far North eatery's big win changed business overnightPeekaboo Backyard Eatery saw business surge almost overnight after the win.16 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateChoice on hold: Kaitāia still waiting as big chains stay away from townKaitāia is currently served by just one supermarket, a Pak’nSave store.16 Feb 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Wedding dance rehearsal turns quiet cuppa into full-blown chaosOPINION: Spilled snacks, bumped plates and tears test patience.16 Feb 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateLocals welcome plan to cut speeds on dangerous Far North highway stretchLocals say the 2.75km Kawakawa–Moerewa stretch is too dangerous at 100km/h.16 Feb 03:00 AM
