Northern AdvocateHow a barefoot kid became one of the country’s top defence lawyersArthur Fairley, who has almost 900 trials under his belt, says law is like a test match.02 Jan 09:21 PM
Northern AdvocateWhy big-name shows keep bypassing Northland’s stagesNorthland missing out on major national tours reignites calls for a larger theatre.02 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNZ's Best Beach 2026: Help choose the 2026 winners, from hidden gems to city sandsThe search for the country's best beach returns and we need your help.02 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionPatricia Fenton: After the war: A generation’s reality Her war bride mother-in-law swapped London life for a Bay of Plenty cowshed.02 Jan 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateSchool short story competition: A homeschooled artist and a forgotten toy bearThe judges were impressed with the variety of themes. 02 Jan 03:30 PM
OpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The simple old watch making me face time, age and what comes nextOPINION: The writer has worn the same simple watch he bought in Christchurch since 1988.02 Jan 03:30 PM
Northern AdvocateSevere thunderstorm warnings lifted for Auckland and Northland, weather watches remainHeavy rain could bring flash flooding and treacherous driving today.02 Jan 05:11 AM
Northern AdvocateRemote, resilient, remarkable: What keeps Far North's Te Hāpua goingFamilies drive 90 minutes one-way to Kaitāia for major grocery shopping trips.02 Jan 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePaid firefighters strike again in Whangārei over pay and safety concernsEight of Whangārei’s 41 career firefighters have been on strike from noon to 1pm today.02 Jan 12:01 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom the Couch: Whangārei locals reverse diabetes through BBM lifestyle courseThe free course helps participants reverse diabetes, tackle anxiety and lower cholesterol.01 Jan 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateToo much screen time? Experts suggest stepping back this summerDr Lena Waizenegger says summer breaks are the ideal time to try a digital detox.01 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateAn epic, wild 218 days: Meet the family of six who walked the length of NZAn astonishing adventure, including being mistaken for the then-missing Marokopa family.01 Jan 04:06 AM
Northern Advocate‘Every blister will be worth it’: Retiring Sallies major’s 3000km foodbank trekGavin Baxter hopes to raise $30,000 to support struggling foodbanks nationwide.31 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRevealed: Our Heroes of 2025 – the Herald's top picksWe honour the best in news, sport, business and entertainment.31 Dec 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s population to quadruple with summer tourist influxVisitors spend about $1.2 billion a year in Te Tai Tokerau’s tourism industry.31 Dec 05:33 PM
Northern AdvocateWatch: Surfing French bulldogs wow beach crowds with fearless wave-riding skillsThe pair now surf between Paihia and Russell, even circling cruise ships at sea.31 Dec 05:17 PM
SportThe three Fs that helped former Black Cap launch a new innings in lifeFor Lou Vincent, life is about giving back and enjoying the small moments with family.31 Dec 05:15 PM
Northern AdvocateGreat white circles kayaker, 24,000 stolen oysters, hospital carpark blaze: A year of headlinesThe Northern Advocate looks back at some of the top stories to grip readers.31 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Big black smoke bomb': Power cut hits Russell businesses at peak seasonFire crews from Russell, Kawakawa, Paihia and Rawhiti battled the blaze.31 Dec 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North traffic stop uncovers firearm, meth and stolen carPolice stopped the stolen car after clocking it speeding on SH11 in Kawakawa.31 Dec 12:53 AM
Northern AdvocateSearch for missing dog after yacht capsizes off Northland coastWitnesses say the missing dog, Rimu, was wearing an orange life jacket.30 Dec 09:59 PM
Northern AdvocateNew Year 2026 Honours: Northlanders recognised for their contributionsAwards highlight decades of quiet service in sport and local projects.30 Dec 05:36 PM
Northern AdvocateNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew Year Honours: Tech titan, red-hot racer, DIY philanthropist and 97yo organist among 177 recognisedThere are four new knights and three new dames in the New Year 2026 Honours out today.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDotterel death on Northland's Matapouri beach likely caused by dog – DoCPaw prints indicate a dog behind death of a nesting Northland dotterel30 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'It hasn’t been a light decision': Whangārei couple end weekly free mealsSoul Food's weekly dinners have fed about 120 people in need every Monday night.29 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWaipu Highland Games return on New Year’s Eve with big prizes and fresh energyThe 153rd games will include heavyweight competitions and a Tug o' War challenge.29 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePlan for the gaps: Patchy New Year’s weather for Northland holidaymakersWhangārei has already had about 30mm of rain, with winds near 80km/h.29 Dec 08:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia Airport upgrade step closer as $7m of work on offerUpgrade of Kaitāia Airport closer after work contracts out for tender.29 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's a miracle no one was killed': Victim of brutal dog attack speaks outNeighbours say repeated warnings about the four roaming dogs were ignored.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Semi-retirement hasn't quite gone to planThe couple also farewelled George the Dog after 12 and a half devoted years.29 Dec 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North towns offer the real small-town escape city holidaymakers are craving'Big cities are rushed and anonymous, small towns are more personable.'29 Dec 03:12 AM
Northern Advocate'The pace of life is different': Why migrants choose Whangārei summersAbout 800 new migrants from over 45 countries settled in Whangārei this year.28 Dec 11:03 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice hand sex offender prison death to Coroner 400 days after body found in cellKingi Hemi was serving six years in Ngawha Prison for attacks on children.28 Dec 11:00 PM
