PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateLawyer plans to challenge scallop ban in the High CourtMichael Badham claims many flaws are in the advice used to inform the closure decision.18 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMan jailed for sexually abusing girl, blames Oranga Tamariki for placing child in his careThe man has had up to 60 children in his care over the last 15 years.18 Aug 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateStrong evidence in attempted murder case heading to trialA trial date has been scheduled in the High Court at Whangārei for July 2024.17 Aug 11:53 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman charged with killing two children pleads not guiltyThe woman has been held in a mental facility and declared fit to stand trial.17 Aug 09:48 PM
Northern AdvocateTeen's death amplifies community anxiety for safety on Northland beachThe situation has become so bad local residents have taken matters into their own hands.17 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWildfires too painful to see unfold, says Northland-based HawaiianDeath toll from Hawaii fires top 10017 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief from NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Execution-style' killer collapses in dock as victim's children speak of heartbreakHe was pulled off the ground by security guards and sat for the rest of the hearing.17 Aug 01:13 AM
Northern AdvocateNot just roads: Ratepayers association says other essential infrastructure needs addressing in Far NorthGovernment proposal to allow two Northland councils to adopt 3-year plans draws criticism.16 Aug 10:45 PM
Northern AdvocateThree winning Lotto tickets sold in NorthlandCould you be one of the three lucky Lotto winners in Northland?16 Aug 07:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateHow to save on your power billMore Northlanders need to switch to better power plans, says Powerswitch16 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNo relief: Schools forced to close amid teacher shortageThe relief teacher shortage has been highlighted in a new survey.16 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSchoolkids clean up Kaitāia streamFar North children cleaned up a Kaitāia stream after finding 'tonnes of trash'.16 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - hospital health app, enrol to vote and native tree wanangaNews snippets from the Far North.16 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateStandard at Te Hiku Manu Kōrero - Far North Schools Speech Competition impressesTe Hiku Manu Kōrero Far North Schools Speech Competition brings out the best in our youth.16 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Better access to hospital documents; citrus collection a successThe latest news bites from around the region.16 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Bridge work begins; School joins Project Island SongThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.16 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTautoro School celebrates increased roll with new playgroundNew playground at Tautoro School delights children16 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateEnchanter tragedy: Skipper to defend charges against him, companyFive men died when the Enchanter sank in March 2022.16 Aug 04:16 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice say fire that destroyed Far North home was arsonTwo Far North fires keep FENZ busy, with one suspected arson.15 Aug 11:21 PM
Northern AdvocateTwo people dead after car crashes into tree overnightThe crash happened last night in rural Tautoro, near Kaikohe.15 Aug 10:15 PM
Northern AdvocateGreen Party announces Whangārei candidate ahead of electionRick Bazeley is on the Green Party candidates list after first appearing in 2011.15 Aug 08:48 PM
Northern AdvocateA community-building exchange: Top Northland poet explains how the power of words can bring people togetherNorthland has a bunch of events on during this year's National Poetry Day.15 Aug 08:04 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateCommonsense approach still vital in Northland despite lifting of Covid protectionsCommunity leaders in Northland are generally happy with the lifting of Covid protections.15 Aug 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThousands of truck trips across busy Whangārei route during marina dredgingDredging could take up to one year15 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateA race against time for fair pay agreementsThe future for FPAs is unclear.15 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateVox pop on the lifting of Covid restrictionsPublic survey on the lifting of Covid restrictions15 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRacehorses of the sky: Inside the curious world of pigeon racing in NorthlandKeeping the sport of pigeon racing alive.15 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSix fire crews fight blaze at The Baker Man in Coopers BeachThe Baker Man in Coopers Beach gutted by fire15 Aug 01:14 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom Browns Bay to Whangārei: Teens arrested after 48hr crime spreeA police car was rammed during a chase overnight.14 Aug 11:16 PM
SportNorthland contingent expected at world boxing eventLani Daniels and Mea Motu will defend their world title belts in Auckland.14 Aug 11:03 PM
Northern AdvocateCouncil to appeal contractor’s $6.1m High Court-ordered payoutThe Whangārei District Council's appealing against $6.1m in costs for a contractor.14 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNorthlanders owe nearly $38m in child supportAcross the entire North Island, liable parents owe $596m.14 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom ultra-luxury to simple roast chicken: Award-winning chef reveals what diners want at Northland luxury lodgePaul Froggatt from Kauri Cliffs Matauri Bay won Cuisine's Luxury Lodge Chef of the Year.14 Aug 05:00 PM
