Northern AdvocateLive: Auckland Harbour Bridge closed to all traffic; Northland declares state of emergency; 11m high waves in Bay of Islands; Air NZ cancels flightsNorthland and Gisborne are also under red heavy rain warnings.12 Feb 04:34 AM
Northern AdvocateCyclone Gabrielle: Properties damaged in Far North, state of emergency declaredCyclone Gabrielle is forecast to be one of the most serious storms to hit NZ this century.12 Feb 04:27 AM
Northern AdvocateCyclone Gabrielle: State of emergency declared in NorthlandA precautionary state of emergency has been declared for Northland for seven days.12 Feb 03:45 AM
Northern AdvocateCyclone Gabrielle impact on Ruakaka Beach The impact of Cyclone Gabrielle could be seen at Ruakaka Beach on Northland's east coast. Video / Rhys GrahamWatch12 Feb 02:27 AM
Northern AdvocateCyclone: Tree topples over onto Mangawhai homePower lines in the area are down.11 Feb 10:26 PM
Northern AdvocateRough seas, strong winds, heavy rain hit WhangareiRough seas, strong winds and heavy rain hit Whangarei. Video / SuppliedWatch11 Feb 09:40 PM
Northern Advocate'Worst is yet to come': Cyclone warnings upgraded; red alerts for Auckland; power cuts; 133km/h gustsMetService issues 17 weather warnings and watches across the whole North Island.11 Feb 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateDigger driver owed $6m tells court to sell council's offices to pay debtNorthland's Jimmy Daisley signed a deal with council and says it reneged.11 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's getting worse': Heavy rain, wind as Gabrielle hits NZ; cyclone's latest trackEvacuation centres are today being opened as category three Cyclone Gabrielle bears down.11 Feb 04:47 PM
Northern AdvocateCyclone Gabrielle: The town isolated by slips, wild weatherMangamuka is cut off from its closest centre and residents are counting the cost.11 Feb 06:01 AM
Northern Advocate17 rain, wind warnings/watches as Gabrielle looms, Harbour Bridge may close tomorrow; Air NZ cancels multiple flightsEvacuation centres are today being opened as Category 3 Cyclone Gabrielle bears down.11 Feb 04:11 AM
Northern AdvocateLive: 17 rain, wind warnings/watches for entire North Island as Gabrielle looms; cyclone's latest trackEvacuation centres are today being opened as category 3 Cyclone Gabrielle bears down.11 Feb 01:42 AM
Northern AdvocateWhat to pack in a grab bag if you need to evacuatePacking a grab bag is essential to a quick escape. What you need to know.10 Feb 08:22 PM
Northern AdvocateGerman piano with fascinating history on display at Whangārei MuseumA German piano on display in the Whangārei Museum has an amazing history.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAhipara man killed in crash with tow truckThe man who died was a 74-year-old who lived locally.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRescue teams, army heading into region as Cyclone Gabrielle approachesEmergency preparations under way across Northland athough cyclone's track still uncertain.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs: Charity run all goSnippets of news from around the region.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateOutgoing CEO on fuel supply issues, coping with pressure and what's nextMisinformation and misconception about the entire transition process still exist.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRespect the ref rugby campaign gets underwayNorthland Rugby Union starts campaign to end side line abuse of referees.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFears communities will be cut off as roads buckle under severe weatherMotorists are urged to check Waka Kotahi Journey Planner for updates on road closures.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateCarolyn Hansen: Factors that influence our hungerOur hunger level plays a huge role in our energy intake.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: Maybe it wasn’t the last straw that broke the camel’s backColumnist Joe Bennett once met a camel. He did not trust it.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateTobacco outlets in Northland to decrease 91 per cent under new govt plansDairy owners' group against moves to restrict tobacco sales10 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Prepare now': Gabrielle looms, monster-wave warning; follow cyclone's latest trackSecondary schools around Auckland considering closing campuses on Monday or Tuesday.10 Feb 11:19 AM
Northern AdvocateCyclone Gabrielle: Where to find help and information in NorthlandCivil Defence will release details of evacuation centres as they are needed.10 Feb 03:56 AM
Northern AdvocatePublic health warning against collecting shellfish from Kaipara HarbourThe warning extends throughout the whole of the Kaipara Harbour.10 Feb 03:24 AM
Northern AdvocateLatest position: Live updates of Cyclone Gabrielle's trackLarge waves and a storm surge are expected to affect northern and eastern coastlines.10 Feb 01:41 AM
Northern AdvocateBoaties warned: Act now before Cyclone Gabrielle hitsHarbourmaster says boaties have only today, tomorrow to ensure their vessels are safe.09 Feb 10:29 PM
Northern AdvocateCyclone Gabrielle now 'severe category 3' storm as it tracks to NZ - heavy rain watch for 71 hoursThe worst of the cyclone is expected on Monday and Tuesday in the upper North Island.09 Feb 10:03 PM
Northern AdvocateAhipara fatal crash: Truck and 4WD collide on one-way bridgePolice were called to the crash on Roma Rd in Ahipara shortly before 10pm.09 Feb 07:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate‘I’m in awe of their selflessness and bravery’: Rescuers praised for preventing drowningsDrama began when two boys got into difficulty in rain-swollen Kerikeri River.09 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Tamaterau work to start; and three injured in crashNews snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.09 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBaby steps for days-old Northland kiwi involve sunhat and gumbootsVideo of four-day-old Northland kiwi sees bird sniff handler's hat and gumboots.09 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei prepared for Auckland-style deluge, Mayor Cocurullo saysA lot of infrastructure work has been done toward building the city's resilience.09 Feb 04:00 PM