Northern Advocate Landslide re-election for Moko Tepania as Far North Mayor confirms prioritiesMoko Tepania won with 10502 votes, over 3600 ahead of rival Ann Court.12 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'He had no chance': 82yo bound, gagged during violent home invasionLevi Tangimetua was sentenced for six years, nine months but thinks it was too harsh. 12 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei waits: Mayoral rivals' lead switch in election-race nail-biterKen Couper and Vince Cocurullo have swapped places in the tight mayoral contest.12 Oct 03:46 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North Māori ward prevails after thumbs up from 11,000 peopleVoting was very close in binding polls across Northland.12 Oct 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Racist attack' or 'corrosive obsession' on race? 25 areas remove Māori wards, 17 keep themThe Herald’s interactive map shows referendum results across the country.11 Oct 08:42 PM
Northern AdvocateOne dead after late-night crash in WhangāreiThe single-vehicle crash happened just before 11.20pm on Memorial Drive. 11 Oct 07:52 PM
Northern AdvocateMayoral candidates stuck in cliffhanger, more results expected todayMore results are expected to be released today as Saturday's votes enter the mix.11 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North clear, Whangārei and Kaipara uncertain: How Northland’s local elections are shaping upFar North mayor Moko Tepania is 3600 votes ahead of challenger Ann Court.11 Oct 08:19 AM
Northern Advocate'Fabulous event': Crowds enjoy first day of Whangārei Maritime FestivalSunday’s line-up features a live helicopter rescue demonstration on the water.11 Oct 07:03 AM
Northern AdvocateWarm weather for Whangārei Maritime Festival day oneHundreds of people enjoyed warm weather and free entertainment at Whangārei's waterfront with the annual Maritime Festival starting Saturday.11 Oct 06:47 AM
Northern Advocate‘A dumb decision’: Teen caught red-handed after drug package booby-trapped with dyeA dye trap linked Grayson Erihe-Riwhi and Liam Lomas to the fake delivery.11 Oct 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateInteractive map: Find your Northland local body election results Preliminary elect results for your local races.11 Oct 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHonouring 50 years of service: Kamo volunteer marks firefighting milestoneFamily travelled from far and wide to help the 83-year-old celebrate his achievement.10 Oct 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'It’s definitely gone pretty quiet': Builders feel pinch as work dries upNorthland recorded just 727 new home consents, down 21% in a year.10 Oct 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLast chance for Northland voters as local election deadline nearsVoting in Northland’s local elections closes at noon on Saturday.10 Oct 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate‘We’re providing a lifestyle’: Developer's vision for beach town on Auckland's doorstep On Auckland's doorstep, a new development aims to lead the country with its eco-design.10 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateTeen accused of vehicle theft caught after 3-hour police huntOfficers with dogs eventually caught the 15-year-old after a short chase on foot. 10 Oct 03:07 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom waka to the future: What to expect at Whangārei’s Maritime FestivalThe festival this weekend features Game Changer, NZ’s first fully electric speedboat.10 Oct 02:15 AM
Northern Advocate‘So relieved’: Family thankful after missing Whangārei dad makes contactFamily issued a desperate plea this morning after Jared Carter couldn't be located.10 Oct 12:56 AM
Northern Advocate‘Cross-wind landing gone wrong’: Three walk away unscathed after runway incidentAll three men on board walked away without injury, officials confirmed.10 Oct 12:26 AM
Northern Advocate'Ko wai hoki rātou?': Ngātiwai rangatira speaks out after ejection from foreshore and seabed debateThe bill would tighten rules for Māori seeking customary marine title.10 Oct 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFun, fitness and friendship drive Northland's leisure marching boomWhangārei's Northern Star team was so popular, they sparked a younger squad.09 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThree Whangārei employers face fines over migrant visa breachesOne individual was issued a Deportation Liability Notice for breaching visa conditions.09 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFamily farewells prominent businessman and philanthropist who died aged 86In 2017, Walter Yovich received the Queen’s Service Medal for community service.09 Oct 05:29 AM
Northern Advocate‘Cause of death unknown’: Whale found on Ripiro Beach triggers rāhuiThe 15m sperm whale, named Anahera, was found dead near Glinks Gully on Tuesday.09 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateKaipara's local election voter turnout highest in six yearsKaipara’s voter turnout is 38.9% and leads the region before election day.09 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'In a bad way': Police rescue hypothermic biker in rugged terrainIt took two-and-a-half hours for rescue teams to reach the man in wet conditions.09 Oct 02:53 AM
Northern AdvocateName suppression lifted: Officer charged over Angel Riley deathKeeve, who joined Northland Police in 2017, now lives and works overseas.08 Oct 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer Kaitāia restaurant now hospo training centre Kaitāia serves up new hospo training centre in former restaurant08 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Complete rubbish’: Councillors hit back at election interference claimsPolice found no evidence of wrongdoing after reviewing the Far North complaint.08 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Family link unearthed to stone shaping NZ’s oldest buildingThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.08 Oct 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news briefs - Dam piping, Brain Injury farewell and election resultsNews snippets from the Far North08 Oct 03:00 PM
Northern Advocate'The animals were just left': SPCA seized more than 50 animals, many in poor healthOne llama was found with chewed ears, sparking concern over severe neglect.08 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCaulerpa infestations dying back but threat of marine takeover still real At Omakiwi Cove, caulerpa biomass dropped 95–100% within three weeks.08 Oct 04:30 AM
