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: 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 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 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
Northern AdvocatePower gradually returning in Far North In Mangonui, 233 Top Energy customers lost power from about 7.40am.28 Dec 09:29 PM
Northern AdvocateThe council proposing a 0% rates increase for 2026/27Northland last held rates at zero in 2014, also under the regional council.28 Dec 04:05 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Water restrictions begin today The latest news bites from around the region.28 Dec 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateMarlin flashpoint: MP takes on coalition partner over bycatch sale planGrant McCallum thinks Shane Jones can be convinced to back marlin sport fishing.28 Dec 08:38 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei a magnet for globe-trotting families raising kids at seaSeven boats from the US, Canada, Norway and the UK have cruised together for years.27 Dec 04:04 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North town, Kāeo, gets running water for first time in more than two monthsKāeo taps ran dry for 67 days before water finally flowed again this week.27 Dec 01:06 AM
Northern AdvocateEyes, faith and resolve: Inside Whangārei man’s battle with locked-in syndromeRyan Scott, 41, was left able to only move his eyes after a stroke in June.26 Dec 04:09 PM
