'Massive milestone': Rare native geckos, parrots return amid pest-control success
Bay Bush Action has removed more than 21,000 possums and nearly 48,000 rats
Bay of Islands Vintage Railway earns top tourism award
General manager Lau'rell Douglas said the recognition had been years in the making.
'Game-changer': Orchardist tackles seagull invasion with lasers
Over 600 seagulls invaded Simon Horsfall's kiwifruit orchard nightly.
Meet Auckland's unstoppable Shens: 2 brothers, 21 awards, 2 world-class uni scholarships
The brainy brothers dream of creating the next world-changing start-up.
'Come home': Family vintage tractor returns to original owner
'I’ve always loved the older tractors on the farm as a kid,' Neil Dalgety says.
'Still loving it': Libraries manager reflects on retirement decision
The library expanded under Paula Urlich's leadership.
Art exhibition marks Whangārei’s place in Rainbow Warrior bombing 40 years on
Whangārei was the staging ground for the French agents who bombed the Rainbow Warrior.
Veteran fire investigator retires after 30 years and 973 cases
He began as a decorated radio host before shifting to fire safety and investigation.
Far North approves 10.95% rates rise, slightly lower than forecast
Dover Samuels criticises the rate rise, urging a humanitarian approach.
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'Asbestos material': Fire lights up night sky in West Auckland
Fire crews were called to the scene around 7.30pm.
Black Sox looking for eighth win at Softball World Cup
New Zealand will face Venezuela in a rematch of the 2013 championship.
Man jailed after forcing children to witness horrific animal cruelty
A man beheaded puppies in front of a girl and hung a dog by a rope from a tree.
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Northland firm to pay $15.5k for unauthorised marine structures
Judge awarded nearly 75% of costs to avoid burdening ratepayers.
'Major concern': 200 children lack safe beds in Northland
Overcrowding, inadequate bedding, mouldy mattresses put kids at risk of serious illness.
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Cruise ship Regatta docks at North Port, Marsden Point Whangarei
Cruise ship Regatta docks at North Port, Marsden Point Whangarei. Video / The Northern Advocate
Operation Flotation
Northlander Pat Millar took it upon herself to put flotation devices at beaches nationwide after Wairongoa ‘Magoo’ Renata drowned at a Far North beach Video / Michael Cunningham
Friday’s weigh in for Wahine Toa II
The double female world boxing bout event being held in Whangārei on Saturday night, December 2. Video / Northern Advocate
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Joe Bennett: A journey through Cyprus and its vanished pygmy hippos
Cyprus has a complex history of conquest by various empires.
Bay News: Bay of Islands hosts film crew for new crime series
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Kevin Page: Semi-retired life and the quest for dry shoes
Despite shoes' sturdiness, fate had other intentions.
Family claims dogs shot, possibly used as bait in alleged fight
The family claims their dog Diesel was covered in bites and appeared traumatised.
Joe Bennett: Hungarian barman shares fears for future
I visited Budapest last in the 1980s when it was under communist rule.
Bay News: Historic clock heads home
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Landslide sparks evacuations, roads closed, homes flooded after storm
The North Island is expected to get off to a wet start this morning, with lingering rain.
'Massive milestone': Rare native geckos, parrots return amid pest-control success
Bay Bush Action has removed more than 21,000 possums and nearly 48,000 rats
Joe Bennett: A journey through Cyprus and its vanished pygmy hippos
Cyprus has a complex history of conquest by various empires.
Opinion: Auckland Zoo's unexpected charm on rainy school holiday visit
OPINION: We arrived at opening time to find the carpark nearly empty.
Comment: Two decades of inspiring arts and community connections in Kerikeri
More than 4000 events have been held at the Turner Centre since opening.
Kāinga Ora scraps 450 new Northland houses, deepening shortage
Kāinga Ora halts 40 housing projects in Northland amid $12.3b debt
Man jailed after forcing children to witness horrific animal cruelty
A man beheaded puppies in front of a girl and hung a dog by a rope from a tree.
Insulation rule changes could cut $15k from new build costs
Northland builders welcome changes to insulation rules, easing building costs.
Kaipara Deputy Mayor loses another battle with FENZ in six-year employment dispute
But the battle may not be over as Jonathan Larsen eyes up another appeal.
Autistic man indecently assaulted by rapist who had served 33 years behind bars
Mark Williams wore a balaclava and entered the man's home in December 2023.
Rural news
The great 'goat menace' of 1949
“The day will come when goats will be declared a pest..." said Mr. H. Worsnop.
'Game-changer': Orchardist tackles seagull invasion with lasers
Over 600 seagulls invaded Simon Horsfall's kiwifruit orchard nightly.
'Come home': Family vintage tractor returns to original owner
'I’ve always loved the older tractors on the farm as a kid,' Neil Dalgety says.
OneRoof property news
Builder's glam villa sells for $5m - almost $2m over CV
Two bidders went head to head for the grammar zone property.
Out-of-town buyers hot for deceased estate with $235,000 price tag
Investors flocking to West Coast for cheap homes.
99% of people couldn't afford this: Massive South Island stations aim for $140m
14,600-hectare property in Otago attracting local and international interest.
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Suzuki New Zealand calls time on petrol Vitara: end of an era?
Vitara hybrid will continue, just not for NZ. How come?
MG announces new models and a ‘hybrid first’ change up
MG Motor NZ has switched its focus to hybrids, with a big range MG HS PHEV on the way.
New Mazda CX-5 for NZ revealed: more tech, but still a big wait for Skyactiv-Z hybrid
Mazda's most important global model (in NZ, too) now in its third generation.
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Consistency pays off for Whangārei Silver Ferns star representing NZ in World Cup
Gordon was blown away to get the call saying she’d made the squad.
'They are just boys that want to cook ' High school turns out top chef men
"It's definitely a sign of the times that things are changing."
Wedding day chopper crash survivor: 'I knew my back was broken, there was screaming'
Rachel Jordan always knew something bad would happen when she was about 40
More Northland news
How a simple rope trick set illusionist on a magical journey
One of the tricks involves involves borrowing and vanishing wedding rings.
Slip closes Mangamuka Gorge as severe weather lashes Northland
Areas affected include Whangaroa Rd, Matangirau and parts of Wainui Rd.
'Lives are seriously at risk': Residents call for NZTA action at notorious crossing
The community came out in droves to call for better safety at the Ōtaika Shopping Centre.
The $1.5m price tag: Covering the cost of vandalism in Northland schools
Seven schools in Whangārei have requested additional funding to cover vandalism.
'Real uncertainty': Residents question 8.3% rates hike
Dargaville locals are concerned about whether the increase will improve infrastructure.