Northern AdvocateFar North news briefs - new Far North album, Fire and Emergency strike and time to Savour successNews snippets from the Far North15 Oct 03:00 PM
Northern Advocate'One person’s generosity': Judy Beer’s gift to protect Puketī ForestHer $1m legacy will fund forest restoration through Puketī Forest Trust.14 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA 'space jellyfish' captivated stargazers across the North Island. What was it?A strange cloud formation wafted across the sky at dawn.14 Oct 06:27 PM
Northern Advocate‘Democracy is alive and well’: Whangārei Heads locals proud of top voter turnoutWhangārei Heads' 58.9% turnout leads all wards in the district this election.14 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara bucks trend with one of NZ’s highest voter turnoutsKaipara’s preliminary turnout hit 57.4%, well above the 38% national average.14 Oct 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland man arrested after arms, drugs found during searchThe arrested man is due to appear in Kaikohe District Court on October 28.14 Oct 05:01 AM
Northern Advocate'Huge loss': Tributes flow for NZ's James and Isey film star who died at 106The beloved kuia from James and Isey has died peacefully at her Kawakawa home.14 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice probe crash death, IPCA notified Despite first aid, the sole occupant of the car died at the scene. 13 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJudge gives teen kidnapper huge discount saying ‘17-year-olds don’t deserve to be in jail' The victim was lost on Christmas Eve when Kava Peihopa came across him on the roadside.13 Oct 08:29 PM
Northern AdvocateTe Pāti Māori emails members with serious allegations against MP and high-profile son The email was sent to party members shortly before 10pm last night.13 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s frustrating’: Northland faces two more Brynderwyn Hills closuresRoad crews will work 24/7 so resurfacing can finish within eight days.13 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateIsey Cross, beloved James and Isey film star, passes away at 106Tributes are flowing for the centenarian film star who stole Aotearoa’s heart.13 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTe Amo Pūtoro playground opens in KerikeriTe Amo Pūtoro is the first council owned māra hūpara in the Far North – a traditional Māori play and learning environment. Video / Yolisa TswanyaWatch13 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page : Dog's chase turns into stream rescue dramaOPINION: A soaked dog owner leaps into a rain-swollen stream to rescue her runaway pet.13 Oct 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateHunt unseats Stolwerk as voters back change in Northland council shake-upPeter-Lucas Jones, Tui Shortland and Rick Stolwerk have been ousted from their roles.13 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMore measles cases confirmed in Northland as total rises to 12Both new Northland cases were already in quarantine while infectious.13 Oct 04:41 AM
Northern AdvocateRoad reopens after car fire down steep bank; police search for driverTraffic is being diverted over Mt Tiger as emergency services respond.13 Oct 03:54 AM
Northern Advocate'Sad and frightening': Woman badly injured in Kaikohe dog attackEmmy Sherwin, 30, suffered a fractured arm and puncture wounds in the attack.13 Oct 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTepania extends strong lead in Far North mayoral raceMoko Tepania leads by 4318 votes, with the final results due on Friday.13 Oct 12:30 AM
Northern AdvocateGroundswell of attendance at festival celebrating Whangārei's maritime historyBetween 18,000 and 22,000 attended the two-day festival covering all things boating.12 Oct 11:18 PM
Northern AdvocateSeven injured after crash north of WhangareiFive people were taken to Whangārei Hospital after the two-car crash.12 Oct 05:46 PM
Northern AdvocateTight three-way Kaipara contest could hinge on just a handful of ballotsOnly 74 votes separated the three front-runners after Saturday's 'progress' count.12 Oct 04:00 PM
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
