Northern AdvocateFirearm pointed at motorist leads police to discover 20kg of cannabis chocolates, drug operationA father and son were involved in the drug activity, which included 1108 infused sweets.03 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaikohe woman taken to hospital after dog attack leaves her injuredThe woman was taken to Bay of Islands Hospital with moderate injuries.03 Oct 02:29 AM
Northern AdvocateRugby tackles regions' deadly seatbelt tollPlayers wore jerseys with diagonal 'seatbelts' during the NPC Northland v Canterbury game.02 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I'm just sort of honoured really': Recognition for decades of mahi in NorthlandTe Tai Tokerau advocates recognised for contributions to te reo Māori and whānau support.02 Oct 07:31 PM
Northern AdvocateEnd of an era: Dargaville racecourse sold after century of racing historyThe 46.7ha property sold for under $1.7m, despite a $5.45m valuation.02 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOpen justice: Judge rejects suppression for accused community leaderThe high-profile Northland figure is fighting to keep identity hidden in assault case.02 Oct 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThree more measles cases confirmed in Northland outbreakThe number of confirmed cases has now risen to nine. The latest three were close contacts.02 Oct 05:27 AM
Northern AdvocatePolitical lines drawn between mother and son as movement splits from Te Pāti MāoriEru Kapa-Kingi says Toitū Te Tiriti needs independence from 'ego-driven' party politics.02 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMore than 200 railway sleepers stolen in string of theftsLandscaping firm left with a $1000 insurance excess bill after 30 sleepers were stolen.02 Oct 03:49 AM
Northern AdvocateRefusal to recognise Palestine sparks Whangārei protestAbout 50 protesters gathered outside MP Shane Reti's Whangārei office.02 Oct 03:06 AM
Northern AdvocateToitū Te Tiriti cuts ties with Te Pāti Māori over leadership concernsLeaders voted on Tuesday night to formally cut ties with Te Pāti Māori.01 Oct 11:30 PM
Northern Advocate'Check, check, check': Northlander shares cancer battle lessonsA Kerikeri charity ball is being held to raise funds for the Breast Cancer Foundation.01 Oct 05:31 PM
Northern AdvocateBay News: From fund manager to Flash Gordon – the creative journey behind new showThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.01 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer Warehouse site set for demolition as social housing plans emergeHousing, retail or sports hub for Kaitāia site?01 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: NZTA ramps up speed camera enforcement In July and August, 74,364 tickets worth $4.78m were issued to drivers.01 Oct 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateCape Brett hike: The brutal, beautiful track worth every stepThe Cape Brett Track offers stunning views of cliffs and a historic lighthouse.01 Oct 06:26 AM
Northern Advocate'Fend for themselves': Farmer banned from owning deer after animal cruelty charges One deer had become tangled in a fence by its antlers and had to be euthanised.01 Oct 04:57 AM
Northern AdvocateUpston praises trust training people with intellectual disabilitiesThe minister visited Northland, which has NZ's highest ratio of jobseekers.01 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateArmed Offenders Squad and Eagle stood down from police operation seeking wanted personA motorist at the scene said police told them the operation was "gun-related".01 Oct 01:51 AM
Northern AdvocateSix measles cases confirmed in Northland as contacts isolateTwo new measles cases have been identified in the Bay of Islands.01 Oct 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWoman accused of putting toddler in suitcase on bus granted electronic bail, keeps name secretThe 27-year-old's next court appearance is in December. 30 Sep 11:39 PM
Northern AdvocateTeen archer from Far North on the riseCorban Thorpe first tried archery aged 10 at a Bay of Islands club event.30 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHow far should cat controls go to save endangered species?Bay Bush Action is pushing for a nationwide ban on breeding Bengal cats.30 Sep 10:24 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's tiniest babies benefit from success of breast milk bankThe milk bank had to get a freezer after donations poured in for Northland babies.30 Sep 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateHow a $90k fraud unravelled a lifelong friendshipElaine McHardy siphoned nearly $90,000 from the aviation company she owned with friends.30 Sep 07:40 PM
Northern AdvocateOne dead, one critical after late-night Far North crashEmergency services were called to the crash about 11.15pm in Ōhaeawai.30 Sep 06:29 PM
Northern AdvocateMeasles warning after Bay of Islands school show identified as exposure siteNorthland’s childhood vaccination rate is the country’s lowest, at 62%.30 Sep 04:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNaut shows off new electric propulsion system for boats, clocks up offshore salesA Whangārei-based start-up hits the Waitematā.30 Sep 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Fair bit of damage': Ambulance hit in Northland highway crashState Highway 1 at Whakapara was closed while the scene was cleared.30 Sep 12:58 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice seek information from public as charges laid over Oakleigh SH1 crash A 35-year-old appeared in court for allegedly failing to stop and several other charges.30 Sep 12:49 AM
Northern AdvocateNext step: Russell considers World Heritage nomination processAbout 200 residents gathered to debate Russell's World Heritage ambitions.30 Sep 12:09 AM
Northern Advocate'Way too close': Families fear quarry plan will bring dust and noise to doorstepSome homes sit just 20m from the proposed quarry boundary.29 Sep 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Could Mrs P be the Briscoes Lady’s heir apparent?Her plan includes touring stores in a caravan painted in Briscoes colours.29 Sep 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCloser to home: Cancer Society confirms 20-room lodge to be built in WhangāreiThe lodge will enable cancer patients to use the new radiation oncology facility.29 Sep 04:00 PM
