PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageOpinion: When DIY goes wrong and costs go upTo soften the financial blow, a small coffee was chosen over a large.01 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'What I did was terrible': Farmhand who killed his boss reflects on fatal shooting Craig Ross killed Kaikohe dairy farmer Robert Green while he was eating dinner.01 Sep 06:04 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei ED meeting national targets but challenges remain, doctor warnsLeaked data shows Whangārei Hospital was above the national average.01 Sep 05:30 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North residents face stricter animal-keeping rulesThe bylaw requires cats over four months to be microchipped and desexed.01 Sep 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'No intentional force': Officer cleared in Whangārei retrial over assault caseThe incident left Mathew Sinclair with head injuries during an arrest.31 Aug 11:54 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland expert shares spring gardening tips for sustainable successAnna Dadson encourages observing your garden before planting.31 Aug 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice name man who died in Northland crash Police say inquiries into the crash are continuing.31 Aug 09:42 PM
Northern AdvocateTragic drowning gives autistic teen new impetus for anti-bullying talksSantos Cachay, 16, lost his father earlier this month when he drowned while fishing.31 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew skills, new medals: Northland athletes shine in CanadaYves Brown took bronze in the seal hop at the Masters Indigenous Games.31 Aug 06:13 AM
Northern AdvocateTaniwha triumph over Magpies in dramatic NPC clashSam Nock scored the decisive try after 17 phases of pick and go.31 Aug 01:27 AM
Northern AdvocateHow Dying Matters Week is helping open conversations about death and dying'We don't want to talk about dying but it helps take away the fear.'30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It’s not their fault:' Children of man mauled to death say he wouldn't blame the dogs'If they were brought up with good people, they probably would have been good dogs.'30 Aug 08:46 AM
Northern AdvocateThis media power couple quit Auckland and bought a small village's only shop: 'It's paradise'Dallas and Donna Gurney are now launching a small community radio station in Whananaki.30 Aug 07:18 AM
Northern AdvocateHumpback whale encounter in NorthlandSome Northland mates are in awe of a curious humpback whale who hung out with them during a diving trip. Video / Matt Alpin, Ocean Hunter WhangāreiWatch30 Aug 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Got everything that I treasure': Couple’s floating house turns headsTheir unique home, dubbed 'The Barge', has 215sq m of floor space over two storeys.29 Aug 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Super curious': Humpback whale amazes divers in rare encounterThe whale swam around them for nearly 20 minutes, showing playful behaviour.29 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBook extract: Legendary Northland fisherman's dramatic sea survival storyHe improvised a rudder with tyres after the propeller was damaged.29 Aug 04:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Splinter warnings add thrill to Lyttelton's benchesOPINION: The wooden harbourside benches may offer a sense of danger like sea-goers face.29 Aug 04:50 PM
Northern Advocate'Fines have increased': Northland council toughens stance on rule breachesFines for environmental rule breaches are set to rise to between $600 and $4000.29 Aug 03:31 AM
Northern AdvocateFirearm found, person arrested after police called to Whangārei propertyNo one was hurt, and police are investigating.29 Aug 02:19 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland councils unite to manage $1b water, wastewater servicesThe Far North was the last to join, with one vote against the plan.29 Aug 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Hope is massive': Rugby stars help tackle cancer this Daffodil DayNorthland Taniwha stars share their stories as inspiration for upcoming Daffodil Day.28 Aug 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Woke block': Councillors respond to alleged comments by outgoing Deputy Mayor Halses' comments were published in Letterbox newsletter on August 10. 28 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTop law firm distances itself from Kaipara District CouncilSimpson Grierson said it did not endorse a controversial Māori document.28 Aug 06:30 AM
Northern Advocate'Significant achievement': Year 10 student wins top science fair prizeYear 10 student Sophia Ibbotson won the top award for her solar project.27 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Coping with erosion on Russell’s waterfrontThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.27 Aug 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateMan accused of Whangārei park murder dies while awaiting trialDuwaine Johnstone, 63, was accused of murdering Yvonne Chapman in Whangārei.27 Aug 07:02 AM
Northern AdvocateRates, crime and leadership style hot topics at Whangārei mayoral debate - who stood out?About 170 people attended Tuesday night's debate, with Ken Couper winning strong support.27 Aug 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland police blast 'reckless' drink-driving culture after 37,000 breath testsPolice have been cracking down on drink driving in Northland over the last two months. 27 Aug 04:17 AM
Northern AdvocateUber officially launches in its 16th New Zealand city, promising cheaper ridesUber says its expansion to Whangārei is a new chapter for the Northland city.27 Aug 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Deliberate act': Councils accused of sidestepping pest-control duties Two councils argue the Biosecurity Act doesn’t apply to natural spread of pest trees.26 Aug 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHistoric verdict: Dog owner guilty of manslaughter after hungry pack mauled man to deathThe jury found Neville Thomson died after Abel Wira failed to secure his aggressive dogs.26 Aug 09:39 PM
Northern AdvocateDouble weather systems to sweep strong winds, heavy rain across NZMetService has issued multiple weather warnings for parts of both main islands.26 Aug 07:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDementia support group seeks help as demand rises 40%Alzheimers Northland needs to raise up to $80K for a renovation of its Whangārei base. 26 Aug 05:00 PM