Northern Advocate‘She always put family first’: Son’s heartbreak after mum dies in crashDiana Tam, 44, died when her vehicle crashed on State Highway 1 near Oakleigh.14 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWeather whiplash: Northland soaked with 299% of normal January rainSome of Northland's east coast areas measured six or seven times their usual January rain.14 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland teen’s standout effort wins top Blue Light life skills awardBlue Light has run these NZ Defence Force camps for 14 years nationwide.13 Feb 10:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Govt data lays bare life outcomes for intellectually disabled peopleOPINION: IHC's first 2023 report revealed higher injury, diabetes and dementia rates. 13 Feb 09:55 PM
Northern AdvocateThree long marriages, one big question: What really makes love last?Their stories span sneaky pub visits, cruise ship courtships and shared grief.13 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe Bennett: Duck 'euthanasia' shows why words about death still matterOPINION: Why use the word 'euthanised' instead of plainly saying 'killed'. 13 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateState highways flooded as heavy rain drenches North IslandFlooding and slips are closing state highways.13 Feb 07:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateDocuments revealed: Inside Te Pāti Māori’s vote to expel two MPsConcerns were raised about the "perception of a conflict of interest". 13 Feb 03:20 AM
Northern Advocate'Good luck': Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown slams Kaipara-Rodney breakaway pitchThe plan would merge North Rodney’s 50,000 people with Kaipara’s 30,000.13 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMarooned residents face unsafe drive on treacherous road as pilot vehicles run latePilot convoys on "extremely hazardous" route are running late, locals complain.13 Feb 12:03 AM
Northern AdvocateHeavy rain and thunderstorms put Northland on alertNorthland is under a heavy rain watch until 10am tomorrow.13 Feb 12:02 AM
Northern Advocate'There are no hills on the ocean': Couple’s 1000km kayak for mental healthThe couple hope to raise $20,000 for Lifeline and Sustainable Coastlines.12 Feb 09:14 PM
Northern AdvocateLanes reopen after serious crash on Whangārei's Western Hills DriveThe road is now clear after a crash earlier this morning.12 Feb 07:25 PM
Northern AdvocateRuakākā fishers fear full vehicle ban as council reviews beach bylawGraham Ellis fears Ruakākā could follow Muriwai with strict vehicle bans.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Popular Kamo Touch-a-Truck has new dateThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateHapū ‘horrified’ by digger works on Northland beach; council investigatingNRC officers halted the 10 to 15 tonne digger after three complaints.12 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFuel boost: Marsden Point tank to store jet fuel for 10,000 flightsThe $30m restored tank will more than double Z Energy's private jet fuel storage.12 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘Awful lot of hard work’: The students hitting top marks on global stageNine Huanui College students received top in world, national or merit awards.12 Feb 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Art town’s summer gallery raises $5000 for Russell school laptops and uniformsThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.11 Feb 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWatch: 33 bronze whaler sharks filmed cruising shallows off North Island seaside communityA Mangawhai photographer captured the stunning footage from his drone. 11 Feb 07:55 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland ambulance demand up as 111 calls hit more than 90 a dayFalls, chest pain and loneliness fuel record ambulance demand in Northland.11 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North residents arm themselves with sticks in fear of 'violent' roaming dogsOne parent said they were scared to let their children walk to school on their own.11 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateComing together: BBQ helps storm-hit Whangaruru community reconnectAbout 100 residents and bach owners gathered in Ōakura over Waitangi Weekend.11 Feb 02:30 AM
Northern AdvocateCause of school bus fire in Northland revealedNineteen students and the bus driver escaped the fire on Monday afternoon.11 Feb 01:42 AM
Northern AdvocatePerson moderately injured after two-vehicle crash in RaumangaThe two-vehicle collision briefly blocked the link between SH1 and Tarewa Rd.11 Feb 12:53 AM
Northern AdvocateKindness baked in: New Good Bitches chapter spreads treats across the Bay of IslandsThe new Bay of Islands chapter already has 14 volunteer bakers on board.11 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland tennis stalwart Janet Agnew celebrating 40 years of tournament named after her40th Janet Agnew Carnival Doubles Tennis Tournament brings player back again and again.10 Feb 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDirt bike rider seriously injured in Whangārei crashPolice say the Whangārei rider is now in a stable condition in hospital.10 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFamily devastated after watchdog finds no one liable for dad’s death after pharmacy errorThey believe the overdose triggered the heart attack that killed him.10 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionGwendolyn Needham: Ruapekapeka commemoration blends battle history, whānau pride and future hopesAbout 1000 people gathered at Ruapekapeka Pā to mark 180 years since the battle.10 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Ōpua Solo Trans-Tasman Challenge receives tourism boostThe latest news bites from around the region.10 Feb 03:40 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North Mayor shuts down rumour after councillor’s 'false' MP candidacy claim Tepania plans to pursue a Doctor of Education after his current mayoral term.10 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateParents hail 'hero' driver after school bus bursts into flames, investigation launchedThe 19 children escaped through a side exit after the bus doors failed.10 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCause of school bus blaze in Mangawhai still unknownNineteen students and the bus driver escaped the fire yesterday afternoon. 10 Feb 01:20 AM