Northern AdvocatePhotos: Young performers dazzle at kapa haka festivalThe festival is one of the biggest events on the Bay of Islands cultural calendar.01 Sep 12:50 AM
Northern AdvocateWhales put on a show for delighted NorthlandersThe whales put on an incredible performance for those watching with their jumps out of the water. Video / SuppliedWatch31 Aug 11:36 PM
Northern Advocate'Quite a lot of excitement': Northlanders marvel at rare super blue moonHave a great shot to share? Email it to reporters at northernadvocate.co.nz31 Aug 09:31 PM
Northern AdvocateFloating cafe and office built in Whangarei heads via sea to Waiheke Island's first marinaWaiheke Island's new marina cafe and office was spotted in Whangarei harbour.31 Aug 09:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Little I can do': Lack of mental health resources slammed by Judge"No beds available": Courts are being forced to send the mentally unwell to prison.31 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA bit of a rarity these days: Sport Northland chief executive moves on after 25 years in the roleBrent Eastwood is looking forward to his new role after 25 years as Sport Northland's CEO.31 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'A teacher is a teacher': ECE rep demands fair payNot all teachers are paid the same in sector where children's education starts.31 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate24 hours of personal training a worthwhile challenge for gym ownerJack Colbourne is set to train for 24 hours straight to raise mental health awareness.31 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJonah Lomu's 'niece' loses last chance to appeal sentences for importing methSelaima Fakaosilea was sentenced for her involvement in the Ninety-Mile Beach drug bust.31 Aug 07:12 AM
Northern AdvocateGrandmother cleared of hockey stick assaults on estranged grandchildrenWhile acquitted on the most serious charges, she was guilty of hitting them with spoons.31 Aug 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateExpect delays after diesel spill causes partial road blocks in WhangāreiRural road blocks in place after diesel spill.31 Aug 04:23 AM
Northern AdvocateJudges impressed by 'stunning' quality of Science Fair entriesStudents received recognition for their work in the form of high praise and awards.31 Aug 02:21 AM
Northern AdvocateStrangers tried to save motorcyclist killed in Whangārei crashThe crash happened at the intersection of Sands Rd and Ngunguru Rd.31 Aug 12:57 AM
Northern AdvocateNew fire truck crashes on delivery trip to Bay of Plenty stationA brand new fire water pump truck rolled and crashed in the Waikato this morning.30 Aug 11:52 PM
Northern AdvocateCountry’s largest solar farm near Kaitāia producing power soonMassive solar farm will start producing power in November.30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news in brief: Daffodil Day success, meet the candidates and piano quartetNews snippets from the Far North.30 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateHigh needs students suffering under 'negligent' support modelPrincipals say the current In Class Support model has reached crisis level.30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBay of Islands Vintage Railway all steamed up for Father's Day trips on GabrielKawakawa's Gabriel steam train running Father's Day trips.30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSamoa Rugby World Cup hopes propped up by Kaitāia's Jordan and James LayKaitāia brothers James and Jordan Lay at second RWC with Samoa30 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateHuge win for safety: Speed camera data shows signage is slowing motorists downNew data proves signs at speed cameras work to slow people down. So why aren't there more?30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Council considers changes to protect pā; alleged burglar naabbedThe latest news bites from around the region.30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWheelchair model features in Kaitāia entry in Dargaville Wearable Arts extravaganzaKaitāia's Out of the Blue designers seeking success at Dargaville Wearable Arts contest30 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBattling it out on the dance floorThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s world boxing champions to fight in home region for first tmeKaitāia’s Mea Motu and Whangārei’s Lani Daniels set for a fight night in December.30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOfficers nab alleged offender behind several Kamo burglariesThe person thought to be behind the spate of thefts was arrested today.30 Aug 04:57 AM
Northern Advocate'He's lost everything': Elderly man lives in toolshed after house burns downThe fire broke out on Friday and stripped Arnold Kalnins of everything he owned.29 Aug 09:21 PM
Northern AdvocateOpinion: How can councils be more representative of their communities?OPINION: Councils currently have the opportunity to consider this important question.29 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTiny boatshed attracts big attentionInterest in the 24sq m property has been off the scale.29 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFamily of thrill-seeking soldier pay tribute a year onRaymond Trembath left the NZ Army for adventure in Africa with the French Foreign Legion.29 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Principal plans to shave head for cancer fundraiser; Free bus pass initiative to endThe latest news bites from around the region.29 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTributes paid for conservation 'legend' who proved 'extinct' bird had survivedA remarkable thing about David Crockett is that all his work with the tāiko was voluntary.29 Aug 06:41 AM
Northern AdvocateMayor and strangers rally to help 80yo man whose home was destroyed in blazeOnline fundraising effort for elderly man whose home burned down.29 Aug 05:37 AM
Northern AdvocateMotu and Daniels want next fights in their hometown WhangāreiNorthland fighters preparing for their next encounters.28 Aug 07:34 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Football Fern Hannah Wilkinson's unique thank you; charity golf tournaments raises $21KThe latest news bites from around the region.28 Aug 05:00 PM