Northern Advocate'Much-loved by all': Father named as roadworker killed on the jobGabriel Fa'amausili is being remembered as a man who cared deeply for his family.25 Jan 11:36 PM
Northern AdvocateThe woman putting Whangārei cafes on the map one sip at a timeEver wondered who Sip is? Meet the dental hygienist behind the popular cafe reviews.25 Jan 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNew Kāeo Bridge set to openA long-awaited two-lane bridge will open in the Far North next week.25 Jan 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFour men charged after 'violent' home invasion, car spiked twice in 100km police chaseNeighbour woke up to sounds of ‘shouting and fighting’.25 Jan 09:21 PM
Northern AdvocateCost of Cyclone Gabrielle recovery in Northland hits $1bn markRebuilding after Cyclone Gabrielle last year is the biggest recovery Northland has faced.25 Jan 07:35 PM
Northern AdvocateFundraiser for mother's last-chance cancer drug hits important milestoneCherie Coker is grateful for the opportunity to spend more time with her kids.25 Jan 06:59 PM
Northern AdvocateFire investigator says Matauri Bay house fire deliberately litSomeone reportedly broke into the lounge and started the fire.24 Jan 11:47 PM
Northern AdvocateNZ's first caulerpa dredging machine to be used in Northland's fight against invasive seaweedThe new mechanical suction dredge is at the centre of a $650,000 trial regarding caulerpa.24 Jan 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateSome Northlanders call for deputy PM to step in and help Wikileaks founderHowever, a security and intelligence analyst believed support for Assange was unlikely.24 Jan 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Quarry Gardens gets bridges over troubled waters after cycloneA recycled bridge is an important step in restoring the gardens after the cyclone.24 Jan 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Whale poo’ discovery could make Whangaruru local $20,000 richerA chance beach discovery by a Northland local was nothing to sniff at.24 Jan 07:10 PM
Northern AdvocateSeven deaths in one month: Road safety messages not sinking inExperts say people can't relate to messages about crashes - until they're affected by one.24 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Meet the paramedic fundraiser; historic christening gown restoredThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.24 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Fonterra worker's artistic streak; duo arrested following robberyThe latest news bites from around the region.24 Jan 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: We claim to value the potential to save lives, but our outdated fines say otherwiseOPINION: Politicians talk about reviewing systems, but seem timid about the backlash.24 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Fundraiser's $17K, culvert work, market cancelledNews snippets from the Far North24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMāori artist and broadcaster Selwyn Muru dies, aged 86One of his best-known works was Waharoa, a wooden gateway that stands in Aotea Square.24 Jan 07:34 AM
Northern AdvocateInmate jailed for prison attack on former estate agent after being refused chickenAaron Drever's face was slashed open with a metal hook in the prison kitchen.24 Jan 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKiwi principal's words of wisdom go viralA principal's letter to parents on social media has captured an international audience.24 Jan 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'A mighty totara has fallen': The life of Dr Warren ParkerThe highly respected primary sector leader died last month, leaving a legacy behind.24 Jan 01:30 AM
Northern AdvocateRescue Helicopter Service thanks Northlanders for generous donationNorthland Rescue Helicopter is said to have responded to over 28,000 callouts since 1988.24 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia cop Tui Baker says lifestyle in the police hard to beatLove of the job sees Kaitāia constable Tui Baker promote life in the force.24 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFisheries Minister Shane Jones says fishing is his 'birthright' and offers support for fishing contestFisheries Minister wants police to ensure Far North fishing comp goes ahead.23 Jan 11:01 PM
Northern AdvocateMother and son killed after car hits tree, bursts into flamesDespite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.23 Jan 10:12 PM
Northern AdvocateTwo people dead after car hits tree, bursts into flamesFirefighters and police were called to the crash in Otaika around 1am.23 Jan 06:27 PM
Northern AdvocateHīkoi from Cape Reinga to Waitangi about fighting for Te TiritiOrganisers expect this hīkoi will be large and loud to protect the Treaty of Waitangi.23 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Kamo Touch A Truck returns; Givealittle helps Kaitāia toddler's familyThe latest news bites from around the region.23 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBack to school: Can you guess the school with the highest predicted roll growth?Northland's student population is sitting at 31,118.23 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It is disgusting... sadistic': Drug dealer films himself throwing puppy off 20m cliffPolice found the video on Karena Panui’s phone after searching his house for drugs.23 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Sailing Week, Lotto luck and Blood Service backNews snippets from the Far North23 Jan 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateIwi plan to stop popular Far North fishing competition, slamming it as 'disrespectful'However, Ngāti Kahu's chair says the views shared are not an official statement from iwi.23 Jan 02:49 AM
Northern AdvocateTrapped by tide: Surf lifeguards rescue family clinging to rocksA high tide and large swells trapped the family inside a cave during a beach outing.23 Jan 01:31 AM
Northern AdvocateBack to school: Fewer Northland families homeschooling, principal believes affordability to blameAs of 2023, 10,817 children were home-educated - about 1.2 per cent of all enrolled kids.22 Jan 07:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: A little prayer never hurt anybody - but my poor feetOPINION: I do find some comfort in believing there is something “up there” when we die.22 Jan 05:00 PM