Northern AdvocateWhy breaching name suppression in the Ruakākā homicide case is such a big dealA breach is considered contempt of court - a serious offence.23 May 03:05 AM
Northern AdvocateTeen jailed for five years for killing Good Samaritan who gave him a liftNorthlander Michael Biggins was giving two youths a lift when he was stabbed to death.23 May 12:59 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate‘Cluster of potholes’ causes airbags to deploy, leaves mum with huge repair billA Northland mum is in shock after she hit several potholes causing an airbag to deploy.22 May 09:51 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia foodbank forced to scale back service due to donation shortageFoodbanks are experiencing a severe shortage in donations due to cost of living pressures.22 May 09:38 PM
Northern Advocate‘Prepare to go to jail’: Judge warns worker who stole from community organisationKathryn Morale Holmes, 58, appeared in the Whangārei District Court.22 May 07:30 PM
Northern Advocate'Something utterly ridiculous': Business owner begins hunt for Northland's ugliest carMelanie Kinghan has hatched another plan to liven up her Kerikeri Rd business.22 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSick of crime, he closed his dairy and opened a cafe. Thieves struck againCash register ripped out and stolen from cafe in Whangārei.22 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Brewery win; brigade kept busy and art tackles plastic pollutionNews snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.22 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSheer grit in the gorgeAn exclusive tour of the SH1 repair works at Mangamuka reveals the extent of the damage.22 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCompany fined $180,000 after worker injured by debarking machineMachine operator suffered serious injuries while operating debarking machine in Northland.22 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageComment: Planning to sock it to 'emKevin Page is getting ready for a new business venture.22 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice warning after Ruakākā homicide accused named on social mediaA woman has been charged after two pre-school children were killed in Ruakākā last Monday.22 May 05:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMotorcyclist, motorist killed in grim weekend on Northland roadsState Highways 1, 11 closed for several hours while crashes investigated.22 May 03:10 AM
Northern Advocate‘Real possibility’ some roads will be abandoned, Transport Minister saysClimate change, and the extreme weather it will bring, could see some roads abandoned.21 May 11:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateSecond Northland filming location for Jason Momoa's Chief of War abandonedLocals were reportedly “very excited” about the prospect of filming.21 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOpinion: Any concerns about civic centre now put to restInitially, Mayor Vince Cocurullo struggled to justify the cost to the public..21 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Sailor rescued; lucky Lotto winnersThe latest news bites from around the region.21 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSharks score off a turnover to win in KaihuThe Sharks overpowered Kamo at home in their Premier rugby meeting.21 May 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate100-year-old motorcycles feature at annual Northland rallyA motorcycle from 1918 featured at the annual event.21 May 02:15 AM
Northern AdvocateCouncil: Whangārei Civic Centre safe for staff to move inThe WDC says the discovery of toxic black mould has not delayed about 500 staff moving in.21 May 01:01 AM
Northern Advocate‘Right place, right time’ as yachtie rescued in Whangārei HarbourSolo sailor got into difficulties off McLeod Bay around noon on Saturday.20 May 06:01 AM
Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: Disco the Kiwi's final dance before release back into the wildDisco's departure has sparked mixed emotions from the team at Kiwi North.19 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNomadic tree planters put down roots in Northland — starting with 1500 trees a dayMeg and Lucas are doing their bit planting trees throughout Northland.19 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateCarolyn Hansen: Beating the myth out of 'beating the bulge'Tight hip flexors can lead to a lot of issues - not just around our stomachs.19 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBrent Eastwood: How sporting codes are trying to keep kids engagedA huge effort is being put into the way sporting codes cater for younger people.19 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: Health and safety - the two most dangerous words in the modern lexiconHow a tale of troublesome tipple proves a point about autonomy.19 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Rāhui for missing kayaker lifted; trio arrested after overnight burglaryThe latest news bites from around the region.19 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateHow safe is your job? Where the economic challenges will biteEmployment numbers up in Northland but tough times ahead for some businesses19 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFlooding hits Ahipara as Civil Defence lifts tsunami adviceThe quake struck southeast of the Loyalty Islands this afternoon.19 May 10:04 AM
Northern Advocate'Worst seaweed pest' found in Bay of Islands days after council sounds alarmThe “foot and mouth” of marine seaweed pests was discovered on a Rāwhiti beach.19 May 06:51 AM
Northern AdvocateRoyal Navy sailors return to Ngāwhā after 180 yearsGroup from HMS Spey first to visit graves of British dead from 1845 battle of Ōhaeawai.19 May 03:12 AM
Northern Advocate‘They’re good fellas’: Boaties at centre of life-saving rescue drama thank Northland helicopter crewSkipper urges other boaties to be prepared with the right gear, training and communication19 May 03:12 AM
Northern Advocate'It's about being an upstander': Pink Shirt Day celebrated in WhangāreiSchools across the region spread awareness for anti-bullying by dressing in pink attire.19 May 02:59 AM
Northern AdvocateWorkSafe prohibits high-risk school trips after Abbey Caves deathWorkSafe has issued two notices to the high school as it undergoes investigation.19 May 01:57 AM
