PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateAircraft near-collision 'too close', investigators call for urgent overhaulA safety authority urges major changes after two planes were put on a collision course.11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Puzzle fans flock to Whangārei library swap eventThe latest news bites from around the region.11 Dec 03:50 PM
Northern Advocate'Pure acts of evil': Two victims face their abuser after years of repeated sexual abuse George Ace's historical offending against two children spanned several years.11 Dec 06:00 AM
Northern Advocate'He was very, very lucky': Rescue after elderly boatie catapulted into waterIt was a case of the right place at the right time when a mayday call came in.11 Dec 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'All hell broke loose': Wild cross-country chase after suspected scallop poachingTwo men were caught after a brief chase through Headland Farm Park in Whangārei Heads.11 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Violent behaviour is unacceptable': Police hunt group after store robberyCash and cigarettes were stolen before the group fled on foot. 11 Dec 01:37 AM
Northern Advocate‘I can still do something’: Rider living with cancer takes on Nth Island traverseGeoff King will ride from Cape Rēinga to Wellington while in active cancer care.11 Dec 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThree more teens charged with murder over Kyle Whorrall's bus stop deathDetectives executed simultaneous warrants in Kaikohe, Mt Wellington and Manurewa today.10 Dec 10:27 PM
Northern AdvocateGreat white likely behind shark fin sighting at Whangārei Heads beachThe shark was spotted on Sunday afternoon at Whangārei Heads by a beachgoer. 10 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew water era: Councils set up steering group for Northland services shiftThe group will guide the creation of CCO Northland Water Done Well.10 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia residents push council to pause Warehouse demolition and open up talksThe petition has gathered just over 600 signatures from residents and traders.10 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Far North schools leading the way to phones freeThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.10 Dec 03:55 PM
OpinionJohn Williamson John Williamson: We should consider regional council changes carefullyPublic consultation on the shake-up runs only until February 20, 2026.10 Dec 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North couple win $1m Lotto prize after 40-year waitA Northland couple are the 47th Lotto millionaires of 2025 after their First Division win.10 Dec 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North restaurant to reopen after owner wins appeal to regain liquor licenceThe Mangonui restaurant was closed for 13 months due to the loss of its liquor licence.10 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCreative challenges power Project Island Song fundraiser in the Bay of IslandsThe 12ks of Christmas challenge includes a litter clean-up and midnight runs.10 Dec 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North rāhui on pāua to protect seafood source at AhiparaAhipara locals impose rāhui on pāua after stocks plundered.09 Dec 09:28 PM
Northern Advocate'The cost of these things is ridiculous': Blind Kiwis priced out of life-changing techSome 58% of disabled New Zealanders earn $30,000 or less a year.09 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionGwendolyn Needham: The club turning strangers into friendsFriendship Force now spans 60 countries worldwide.09 Dec 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman hacked ex's social media and created fake dating profile for his mumShe demanded $5000 and threatened to post his and his family's details online.09 Dec 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom cricket to the fairway: Northland trio enter Guinness World Record books for longest golf ball catchThe record has been confirmed by Guinness World Records.09 Dec 03:33 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland solar farm to power Ryman retirement villages nationwideThe Maungatūroto solar farm will supply about two-thirds of Ryman villages' power needs.09 Dec 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland hit harder than most by climate change, report findsThe report finds almost 40% of Northlanders live in high deprivation areas.09 Dec 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Devastating': Free Northland kids’ music charity closes as funding dries upSistema Whangārei will no longer provide free music lessons to children. 08 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin Page: The chaos of Christmas - multiple festive feasts and a missing drinkA much-loved lemonade vanished after relatives unknowingly finished the whole bottle.08 Dec 03:50 PM
Northern Advocate'It was pretty cool': Beachgoer spots fin metres from shoreA startled paddleboarder told boaties the shark looked bigger than her.08 Dec 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateShane Jones hits back at 'catastrophising' over fish reforms and marlin rulesMore than 22,000 submissions were lodged on 19 proposed fisheries rule changes.08 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateLocals wowed as Rocket Lab barges giant 'hungry hippo' nose cone out of WarkworthAmerica's Cup technology meets the space race.07 Dec 11:46 PM
Northern Advocate'I’m on 2-minute-noodles': Northland's over 40s shut out of workNearly 1400 people aged 40-54 are on Jobseeker Support in Whangārei.07 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate2300 Far North dog owners haven’t paid dog registration fees - council bites back High number of unpaid dog registrations sparks crackdown.07 Dec 09:36 PM
OpinionMayor Ken Couper: The plan to cut costs, cap rates and bring shoppers back to the CBDOPINION: Whangārei thrives when we work together.07 Dec 03:45 PM
Northern Advocate$19k for Northland charity ReSport Charitable Trust from golf tournamentNorthland's ReSport Charitable Trust gets some much-needed funds from a golf contest.07 Dec 03:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAlarm raised over more LPG cylinder thefts in NorthlandThe Celtic Barn had two 45kg LPG gas bottles stolen, despite having a secure chain.07 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'We want to remove the barriers': Open day for new Whangārei respite houseDisabled people and their whānau are invited to learn more about the respite home.07 Dec 01:00 AM
