Northern AdvocateCyclone Gabrielle one year on: How Northland is picking up the piecesEven though a year has passed, remnants of the storm's destruction remain.11 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWonderful waves, sterling sun makes for IRB success at WaipūThe right amount of waves and sun led to a successful weekend for the IRB champs.11 Feb 01:13 AM
Northern AdvocateIRB North Island championships at Waipu Cove About 75 crews took part in the BP Surf Rescue North Island IRB Championships at Waipu Cove on February 10 and 11, where sunshine and medium-sized waves made for a great event.11 Feb 12:36 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei police get a bit too close to head-on crashA 31-year-old has been arrested after allegedly crashing into a police car.10 Feb 11:09 PM
Northern AdvocateThe place where wetlands are increasing, not decreasingThe project has created 10ha of wetland and preserved a remnant native forest.10 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAdam Blair praises NRL Māori All Stars: 'A fantastic week that embodies our culture'New Māoris coach Adam Blair is excited about his debut09 Feb 08:32 PM
Northern AdvocateMan who attacked lawyer in courthouse lift challenges time behind barsThe lawyer was rushed to hospital in an ambulance and suffered multiple injuries.09 Feb 08:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders both concerned and happy about supermarket facial recognition trialIs Pak'nSave Whangārei one of the stores trialling the technology?09 Feb 06:16 PM
Northern AdvocateFishing club reeling with delight after record number of marlin catchesThe last spike in marlin catches was in 2016 during an El Niño climate pattern.09 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: The Desk of Dreams - help shape Whangārei Museum’s future"What is at stake is the living links to taonga that never died."09 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Instinctively we go to the beach when it is hotOpinion: The sun and heat drive us to the beach.09 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news briefs - Younghusband on display, fatal accident info sought and learn how to make leiNews snippets from Northland.09 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionCarolyn HansenCarolyn Hansen: Vegetables are health superstarsOpinion: Raw vegetables are nutrient powerhouses.09 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDoC shocked as children kick and abuse protected chicks on beachVariable oystercatchers have been protected since 1922.09 Feb 02:30 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice appeal for information on Matauri Bay road death in Far NorthNorthland beach community road death sparks call from people for help09 Feb 01:35 AM
Northern AdvocateUnique initiative sees iwi learn fire management tricks from Aboriginal AustraliansFar North iwi have been to Australia to learn traditional fire-management practices.09 Feb 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateA game changer for community sport: New guidelines around concussion welcomedNew guidelines around how to deal with concussions in sport comes into play this winter.08 Feb 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocatePatient airlifted to hospital after Far North crashFire and Emergency and St John are currently in attendance.08 Feb 10:27 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North council plans to help remedy 'dire' housing shortagePeople in the Far North are living in cars - often with children, or in tents and garages.08 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Record number attend Waitangi Day; AM radio service out in Far NorthThe latest news bites from around the region.08 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTeen admits role in violent armed robbery at Michael HillMore than $50,000 worth of jewellery was stolen and three women were injured.08 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Where's the tall guy?' Deportee storms home, questions man at gunpointThe man was deported from Australia for burglaries and robbery.08 Feb 05:03 AM
Northern AdvocateThreatening behaviour force Kaipara school to initiate 'precautionary' lockdownThe principal says the school gates were closed as a precautionary measure.08 Feb 03:41 AM
Northern AdvocateHave an adventure: NZTA announces detour routes ahead of Brynderwyns closureDates confirmed for extensive roadworks along State Highway 1.08 Feb 02:18 AM
Northern AdvocateNew Port Nikau pier could boost marine sector and community, mayor saysThe latest pier at the marina is due to be completed later this month.08 Feb 02:07 AM
Northern Advocate1963 Brynderwyn bus crash that claimed 15 lives still haunts manyIt's been 61 years, but the Brynderwyn bus tragedy still haunts whānau07 Feb 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Ruins get a tidy up; dearth of domestics brought power to KerikeriThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.07 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateStill-burning wetland fire forces residents to evacuate their homesOne mum says she and her children could barely breathe as they fled their home.07 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: 1200 animals desexed in Northland; Kauri coach steps downThe latest news bites from around the region.07 Feb 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WIlliamson: Keep driving as long as possible for your health and wellbeingFor many older people, having to stop driving is a source of anxiety and terror.07 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Skating comp, boat capsizes and enviro fundingNews snippets from the Far North07 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer Green Party MP David Clendon coordinating Northland visitor programmeDavid Clendon is new Tohu Whenua co-ordinator for Northland07 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWatch: Rare whale shark pops up to surprise Northland fishermanThe nine-metre long shark circled the boat for about five minutes.07 Feb 06:41 AM
Northern AdvocateLike an awkward first date: Successful Waitangi marked good start between Māori and GovtThe Waitangi Day commemorations were "fantastic", Waitangi National Trust chair says.07 Feb 04:30 AM