Northern Advocate'Too hard and fast': Northland regional council boss slams nature of Govt overhaulThe plan would scrap all 11 regional councils for mayor‑led boards.26 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSearch continues for man missing after fishing trip near Cape RēingaPolice say the man was swept off the rocks on the coast of Tapotupotu Bay.26 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUte rolls south of Whangarei, person taken to hospitalFire crews used rescue tools to free a person trapped inside.26 Nov 07:53 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Police boss' speeding ticket teaches a useful lesson on context26 Nov 03:40 PM
Northern Advocate‘His laugh was infectious’: Community celebrates life of Monty Knight26 Nov 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRegional council axe: Northland leaders warn against ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach26 Nov 03:45 AM
Northern AdvocateNew group of police officers get Whangārei Paralympic legend Cam Leslie as their patron26 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Christmas tree farm ready for influx of excited festive families26 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThe Tiny Surveyor in action on the Brynderwyns, November 2025This tiny robotic device, the brainchild of a Danish company, makes road-marking faster and safer. Video / New Zealand Land Transport Agency (NZLTA) Waka KotahiWatch25 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateChannel Infrastructure buys 25% stake in Melbourne jet fuel pipelineAirport's new third runway and expected surge in passenger numbers highlighted.25 Nov 09:02 PM
Northern AdvocateTradie turns work carpark into community vegetable gardenRick Harper’s Kerikeri carpark now holds dozens of thriving planter boxes.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateConstruction king finally sells Bay of Islands lodge after slashing price by almost $2m25 Nov 07:22 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom retail to renown: Award-winning Whangārei artist finds voice through whakapapa25 Nov 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSearch continues for man who fell while fishing at remote Far North bay25 Nov 01:30 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom cricket to the fairway: Northland trio unofficially claim unique world record25 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTradie turns work carpark into community vegetable gardenRick Harper’s Kerikeri carpark now holds dozens of thriving planter boxes.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFour decades on: How a Whangārei youth theatre shaped generations of performersNorthland Youth Theatre alumni include Suzy Cato, Craig Parker and Rachel House.24 Nov 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOtago University and Ngāti Hine aim to turn around dire Māori diabetes outcomesPreventing amputations with better footcare will be the first project of the partnership.16 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘EcoJunk is solving a problem’: Northland couple launch junk removal ventureHeath Nixon launched EcoJunk in Kerikeri to help locals reclaim their space.08 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Too hard and fast': Northland regional council boss slams nature of Govt overhaulThe plan would scrap all 11 regional councils for mayor‑led boards.26 Nov 10:00 PM
BusinessClass action filed against Transpower and contractor over Northland outageAbout 180,000 people lost power for days after a tower collapse near Glorit.26 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘His laugh was infectious’: Community celebrates life of Monty KnightWayne Brown suggested renaming the hall the ‘Monty Knight Memorial Hall’.26 Nov 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom retail to renown: Award-winning Whangārei artist finds voice through whakapapa25 Nov 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘One tragic moment’: Family mourns 11yo and young brother-in-law after fatal fishing trip24 Nov 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateChannel Infrastructure buys 25% stake in Melbourne jet fuel pipelineAirport's new third runway and expected surge in passenger numbers highlighted.25 Nov 09:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateKevin Page: A cheeky lesson in ageing and body confidence OPINION: Hip surgery has left Kevin Page somewhat lopsided. 24 Nov 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateRebel voices: How Te Pāti Māori outcasts claim mediation turned sourMariameno Kapa-Kingi reveals that she initiated her own reconciliation with MPs. 22 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Award‑winning chef brings authentic tacos and tequila to KerikeriThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.19 Nov 03:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGrant McCallum: Northern Expressway can unlock Northland’s potential for national prosperity OPINION: Travel times between Te Hana and Whangārei could drop by up to 38 minutes.19 Nov 03:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: When a quick stroll turns into a muffin-fuelled odysseyA community library nap and two muffins later, the journey ends with a rescue call.17 Nov 03:45 PM
BusinessClass action filed against Transpower and contractor over Northland outageAbout 180,000 people lost power for days after a tower collapse near Glorit.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateChannel Infrastructure buys 25% stake in Melbourne jet fuel pipelineAirport's new third runway and expected surge in passenger numbers highlighted.25 Nov 09:02 PM
Northern AdvocateGet NZ's best journalism: Subscribe to Herald Premium in our Black Friday special Be part of the conversation, and get the inside running on the biggest news of the moment.23 Nov 09:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateSmall Business: Hawaiian founder builds vibrant Kerikeri brand with Kaleo Christine Makaweo talks to Tom Raynel about her small fashion business Kaleo.02 Nov 08:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Police boss' speeding ticket teaches a useful lesson on contextOPINION: Richard Chambers admitted doing 112km/h in a 100km/h zone in an unmarked car.26 Nov 03:40 PM
OpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: How digital money is changing everyday bankingOPINION: A visit to a cashless bank reveals how far everyday banking has shifted.21 Nov 03:45 PM
OpinionShane RetiDr Shane Reti: Red light to green light - the story of pedestrian lights at Ōtaika Pedestrian lights will be installed at the busy Otaika shops crossing.20 Nov 07:45 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom cricket to the fairway: Northland trio unofficially claim unique world recordNorthland trio smash world record with daring 261m bare-handed golf ball catch.25 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Gentle giant with a big heart': Former Fiji, Super Rugby and NPC powerhouse dies unexpectedlyThe 58-year-old played 49 games for Fiji and featured in two NZ Super Rugby sides.22 Oct 03:04 AM
Northern AdvocateBrain bleed survivor takes on world’s toughest IronmanTamsin Horne has turned the trauma of a brain haemorrhage into triumph.06 Oct 09:20 PM
Northern AdvocatePortia Woodman-Wickliffe honoured with her own Barbie dollHer reaction to the iconic doll was priceless.06 Oct 06:14 AM
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The CountryNZ sheepmeat exports hit record value in OctoberSheepmeat reached a record $14.31/kg amid strong EU and US demand.26 Nov 10:24 PM
The CountryThe one thing hardcore conservationists and farmers agree onA predator that eats native species and spreads disease in livestock is a target for all.26 Nov 09:57 PM
The CountrySomething really stinks in Rotorua - and it’s not the sulphurThe race is on to remove the rotting material as complaints - and dead fish - pile up.26 Nov 05:56 PM
The CountryŌpua Forest coming back to full life after 12,000 predators killed in autumnNorthland forest conservation group removes 12,000 rats, possums, stoats and feral cats.26 Nov 04:00 PM
OneRoofEx-Auckland mayor selling his Queenstown masterpiece for over $8m Hubbard and his wife Diana reveal the unlikely origins of their award-winning home.26 Nov 07:46 PM
OneRoofWaterfront icon back on market for $2m-plusArchitect's West Harbour creation relisted after tough selling year.26 Nov 05:55 PM
OneRoofTony Alexander: What the OCR drop to 2.25% means for mortgages and house prices in 2026The Reserve Bank has cut the cash rate a whopping two percentage points this year.26 Nov 07:56 AM
OneRoofHave a butcher’s at this: Builder gives iconic South Island shop unbelievable makeoverHe thought the project would be an easy one. He was wrong.26 Nov 07:50 AM
OneRoofConstruction king finally sells Bay of Islands lodge after slashing price by almost $2m25 Nov 07:22 AM
OneRoof'What are you doing living in my house?': Restaurant power couple selling their dream home25 Nov 07:20 AM
Driven Car GuideUber Electric launches: ‘My mum was driving an EV before they were cool,’ says Tom Sainsbury26 Nov 05:05 AM
Driven Car GuideNZ’s top 10 car-collision hotspots, and does ADAS really help? AMI survey has the answers26 Nov 01:05 AM
Driven Car GuideFord Ranger updates and new special editions: more V6 power, more colour for 202625 Nov 11:05 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom cricket to the fairway: Northland trio unofficially claim unique world recordNorthland trio smash world record with daring 261m bare-handed golf ball catch.25 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWoman injured in overnight assault at Whangārei homePolice are appealing for sightings of a vehicle leaving the scene at speed.25 Nov 12:23 AM
Northern AdvocateHow a major health success ended up straining hospital servicesNorthland wait times for high-risk HPV cases have stretched to seven months.25 Nov 12:18 AM
Northern Advocate‘One tragic moment’: Family mourns 11yo and young brother-in-law after fatal fishing tripJason Paul Wharerau, 11, was found in the water near Parauwanui Beach.24 Nov 10:15 PM
PropertyHere comes the boom: What will Kiwi farmers spend their $3.2 billion windfall on?19 Nov 06:30 AM
PropertyCheck out the urinals! The $3m home with the ultimate dinner party conversation starter18 Nov 04:13 PM
