Northern Advocate‘Emotionally draining’: The burial mishap that left a family heartbrokenThe family faced turmoil when told the plot was single, not double.26 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'He's a legend': Cyclist, 70, takes on NZ for ADHD awarenessJohn Evans, 70, is cycling NZ to raise funds for neurodivergent children.26 Feb 04:30 PM
Northern AdvocateLarge fire continues to rage near Waipoua SettlementNo homes have been damaged so far and no-one has been injured.26 Feb 03:37 PM
Northern Advocate'Long duration event': Waipoua Forest fire grows to 70ha, evacuations underwayPolice are assisting with evacuating dwellings in the Waipoua River Rd area.26 Feb 06:29 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice name ‘beloved’ 3yo boy who died in Northland driveway accidentEmergency services were called to the scene about 1.40pm on Sunday.26 Feb 05:53 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice search for driver after house falls off truck in Far North crashPolice are searching for the truck driver after a house fell during transport.26 Feb 04:29 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice launch homicide investigation after ‘tragic’ shooting in Whangārei parkPolice are determined to find out the events that led up to the 'tragic incident'. 26 Feb 03:33 AM
Northern AdvocateWaipoua River blaze 50% contained as crews battle 100ha fireTwenty homes were evacuated as flames blocked access to State Highway 12.26 Feb 03:09 AM
Northern AdvocateFirefighters brace for week-long battle as Waipoua River fire ragesAppeals for food, toiletries and clothing have been made for evacuees.26 Feb 02:35 AM
Northern AdvocateNgāpuhi bids to own Northport and associated company as part of consortiumMove from Ngāpuhi and others to take total control of region's port.26 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNervous wait: Fire crews battle 70ha blaze near WaipouaResidents may be forced to leave their homes for a week due to the Northland fire.25 Feb 11:34 PM
Northern AdvocateNew Whangārei Hospital transit lounge replaces facility ‘not fit for purpose’Aim of the new $3.75m transit lounge is to free up bed space while comforting patients.25 Feb 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNZ town has been under a boil water notice for nearly a decade, authorities now stepping inTaumata Arowai is working with Wai Care to ensure safe drinking water soon.25 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Rebuild of SH1 at Awanui begins, expect six weeks of night disruptionsThe latest news bites from around the region.25 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘Things can turn quickly’: Northland blaze expected to be out by this afternoonThe cause of the 2ha fire is still under investigation.25 Feb 03:29 AM
Northern AdvocateRescue crews winch patient off fishing charter north of Spirits BayThe offshore winch rescue happened on Sunday, February 16 in moderate sea conditions. Video / Northland Rescue HelicopterWatch25 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWinch rescue: Patient airlifted in the nick of time from fishing vessel near Spirits BayIt was the Northland Rescue Helicopter's 163rd mission so far this year.25 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘Stupendous amount’: $7.3b cost halts refinery reopening talksInstead of a new refinery, Shane Jones is pushing for a Marsden Point energy precinct.25 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThree-year-old dies following driveway accident in NorthlandPolice say they are speaking with the family to investigate what occurred.24 Feb 11:21 PM
Northern AdvocateRoad rage incident leaves person seriously hurt in WhangāreiPolice seek footage of vehicles involved, urging public assistance.24 Feb 09:59 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice name man who died in Far North crashPolice are still investigating the single vehicle crash in the Far North.24 Feb 09:57 PM
Northern AdvocateHow a rates breakthrough will help other Māori landownersRobyn Martin-Kemp will discuss the case at Waitangi, highlighting rates protections.24 Feb 09:56 PM
Northern Advocate$330k to upgrade Mitimiti drinking water supply in Far NorthFar North's Mitimiti gets funding to upgrade ageing drinking water system.24 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North to host first Northland Fired Up Barbecue FestivalThe latest Far North food fest is a celebration of all things meat.24 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza in Far North hooks 1200 fishers$200k of prizes up for grabs at annual 90 Mile Beach event in March.24 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMan with cerebral palsy rescued from house fire, but wheelchair and dog lostThe family's chihuahua died and the cat is still missing after the blaze.24 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Our shopping trip turned into a forgotten-wallet fiascoMrs P left her wallet in a posh department store, losing all her cards.24 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman’s 73km police chase ends with her hiding on a roofThe judge sent Elaine Rudolph to jail for her 15th disqualified driving charge.24 Feb 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSchool lunch supplier sorry after delivery error leaves kids hungryWhangārei Intermediate School ordered about 100 pizzas after issues with school lunches.24 Feb 01:53 AM
Northern Advocate‘Really bad’: Water woes threaten tourism in Far NorthThreatened Level 4 restrictions would limit water use to essentials like cooking.23 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Biggest threat’: Northland fears Gene Technology Bill may erode GMO-free protectionsLocal councils want to keep decision-making powers over gene technology.23 Feb 05:00 PM
OpinionVince Cocurullo: The future of car parking in the Whangārei districtOPINION: It's about balancing the demand for parking with the need to manage traffic flow.23 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFlood-prone Whangārei campground getting drainage makeoverThe thousands of visitors at Uretiti Campground have to dodge flooding after heavy rain.23 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘Pretty horrific’: Fire destroys Ruawai home in minutes, sheer luck no one hurtThe house was unsalvageable by the time fire crews arrived at the Northland fire.23 Feb 01:22 AM
