Northern AdvocateSearch for missing dog after yacht capsizes off Northland coastWitnesses say the missing dog, Rimu, was wearing an orange life jacket.30 Dec 09:59 PM
Northern AdvocateNew Year 2026 Honours: Northlanders recognised for their contributionsAwards highlight decades of quiet service in sport and local projects.30 Dec 05:36 PM
Northern AdvocateNew Year Honours: Tech titan, red-hot racer, DIY philanthropist and 97yo organist among 177 recognisedThere are four new knights and three new dames in the New Year 2026 Honours out today.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDotterel death on Northland's Matapouri beach likely caused by dog – DoCPaw prints indicate a dog behind death of a nesting Northland dotterel30 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'It hasn’t been a light decision': Whangārei couple end weekly free meals29 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWaipu Highland Games return on New Year’s Eve with big prizes and fresh energy29 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePlan for the gaps: Patchy New Year’s weather for Northland holidaymakers29 Dec 08:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's a miracle no one was killed': Victim of brutal dog attack speaks outNeighbours say repeated warnings about the four roaming dogs were ignored.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Semi-retirement hasn't quite gone to planThe couple also farewelled George the Dog after 12 and a half devoted years.29 Dec 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North towns offer the real small-town escape city holidaymakers are craving'Big cities are rushed and anonymous, small towns are more personable.'29 Dec 03:12 AM
Northern Advocate'The pace of life is different': Why migrants choose Whangārei summersAbout 800 new migrants from over 45 countries settled in Whangārei this year.28 Dec 11:03 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice hand sex offender prison death to Coroner 400 days after body found in cellKingi Hemi was serving six years in Ngawha Prison for attacks on children.28 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePower gradually returning in Far North In Mangonui, 233 Top Energy customers lost power from about 7.40am.28 Dec 09:29 PM
Northern AdvocateThe council proposing a 0% rates increase for 2026/27Northland last held rates at zero in 2014, also under the regional council.28 Dec 04:05 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Water restrictions begin today The latest news bites from around the region.28 Dec 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateMarlin flashpoint: MP takes on coalition partner over bycatch sale planGrant McCallum thinks Shane Jones can be convinced to back marlin sport fishing.28 Dec 08:38 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei a magnet for globe-trotting families raising kids at seaSeven boats from the US, Canada, Norway and the UK have cruised together for years.27 Dec 04:04 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North town, Kāeo, gets running water for first time in more than two monthsKāeo taps ran dry for 67 days before water finally flowed again this week.27 Dec 01:06 AM
Northern AdvocateEyes, faith and resolve: Inside Whangārei man’s battle with locked-in syndromeRyan Scott, 41, was left able to only move his eyes after a stroke in June.26 Dec 04:09 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: 'Tis the season for a jolly good clichéOPINION: Clichés always manage to slip in under the radar. 26 Dec 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateParkinson's story wins top honour in Northland school writing contestThis year's contest drew a record 154 entries from schools across Northland.26 Dec 03:30 PM
Northern AdvocateRare Hector’s or Māui dolphin spotted in Northland prompts questionsOnly an estimated 54 adult Māui dolphins remain in New Zealand waters.26 Dec 01:47 AM
Northern AdvocateBusy Christmas period for Northland emergency services with crashes, large fireHoliday crashes, a quad bike rollover and a fire have tested Northland emergency crews.25 Dec 11:02 PM
Northern AdvocateClever leftovers: Northland chefs turn Christmas feasts into next-day treatsTop Northland chefs share easy leftover recipes to cut stress and rubbish.25 Dec 10:15 PM
Northern AdvocateHow to find treasures that truly feel like bargains this Boxing DayHelen Smith opened Ms. Smith Style Hunter in Parua Bay in March.25 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNZ's most dangerous roads and places to drive over Christmas holidays revealed'One minute families are planning Christmas dinner, the next, they’re planning a funeral.'25 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kaipara's newest official citizens welcomed The latest news bites from around the region.25 Dec 03:35 PM
Northern AdvocatePerson airlifted to hospital in critical condition after quad bike rolls overHato Hone St John said the person suffered critical injuries in the incident.25 Dec 04:57 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice warn of summer theft surge as opportunists target Northland homes, carsMore than 1300 thefts were reported in Whangārei over last summer.25 Dec 03:07 AM
Northern AdvocateChristmas ghosts: The rare native mistletoes most Northlanders will never seeNorthland has very few records of native red and white mistletoes growing in the wild.24 Dec 09:09 PM
Northern AdvocateOne person is fighting for life, another seriously hurt in Christmas morning crashIt comes just hours after five were injured in a crash on State Highway 1 in Waipu.24 Dec 06:46 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North rain turns to showers across Northland for Christmas DayMetService says Far North rain in the morning will clear to localised showers today.24 Dec 04:08 PM
