Northern AdvocateShane Jones orders total halt to crayfish harvesting from April next yearThe ban will run from April 1, 2026 for five years or until stocks recover.19 Dec 06:12 AM
Northern AdvocateProminent Northland businessman facing sexual offending charges to keep name suppressed for nowThe man has been charged with rape and other offences relating to multiple complainants.18 Dec 10:31 PM
Northern AdvocateIt's a real kiwi Christmas at Whangārei's bird recovery centre The first chick has hatched and the second egg is expected to hatch in about a fortnight.18 Dec 10:01 PM
Northern AdvocateGates to be installed at popular Kai Iwi Lakes amid long-running tensions Boaties will need an access code after completing an online cleaning form.18 Dec 06:54 PM
Northern Advocate'I’ve made it': Whangārei teen turns self-doubt into top honoursThe Whangārei Girls’ High School dux once doubted she matched her peers.18 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCouncil calls on Govt to ensure sand mining opponents heardWhangārei Mayor Ken Couper has urged Chris Bishop and Shane Jones to hear the group.18 Dec 03:47 AM
Northern AdvocateDargaville’s town hall replacement by 2028: Deputy MayorDemolition of the 1950s town hall is due to start by the middle of next year.18 Dec 02:15 AM
Northern AdvocateSea of ‘jelly soup’ at popular beaches harmless ocean helpers Scientists say salps help lock away billions of tonnes of carbon from the sea.18 Dec 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice wrongly abandoned ketch, unsafely transported cuffed men during flawed rescue at sea: IPCA The IPCA found police left Jabe Carey’s $250,000 yacht home to drift and vanish.17 Dec 09:12 PM
Northern Advocate'Dagger in the heart': Kyle Whorrall's mother speaks on arrests and slain son's legacyNature lover Kyle could name 100 dinosaurs aged 2 and used to beg mum for a pet tarantula.17 Dec 08:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Our children were failed': Six young lives lost expose deep flaws in suicide responseThey were high-risk and had previously expressed suicidal ideation or self-harmed.17 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland woman finds 94kg turtle washed up on beachTwo turtles wash up on a Far North beach in two weeks.17 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOne of Northland's oldest waka ama clubs still going strong The club was founded 38 years ago in Ngunguru and recently held its annual regatta. 16 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePotential extreme fire risk for Northland as high winds and low humidity loomsFire permits remain in place for most of Northland, with some key exceptions.16 Dec 08:47 PM
Northern AdvocateMother of 11yo girl killed in Kaikohe crash finds relief as teen chargedStaci Walkley, who died in the August crash, is being remembered for her big heart.16 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateParliament bill set to return historic Māori site in Northland to NgāpuhiNgāti Rēhia will become kaitiaki while public access and reserve status remain.16 Dec 02:34 AM
Northern AdvocateTough touring times: NZ On Air fund helps Blindspott lock in Northland showThe Kiwi rock/metal band will play to about 1000 fans at Whangārei's Semenoff Stadium.15 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North fishing trip turns to tragedy as missing man named by policeMan Bock Lee, 65, of Hamilton, was swept into the sea at Tapotupotu Bay on November 23.15 Dec 10:28 PM
Northern AdvocateHistoric Battle of Te Ruapekapeka to be commemorated 180 years laterThree days of events to mark anniversary of Northern War battle.15 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSock thief to style icon: How a pup’s prank eyebrows drew hundreds of smiles Kelly Cameron's snap of Rusty in the driver's seat pulled in 800+ likes online.15 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Pack some patience along with the presents': Holiday drivers urged to slow down, plan trips Motorists are urged to rest, buckle up and stay patient amid holiday traffic.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: The unexpected joy of going back to hard manual workOPINION: Over the years I’ve certainly done my fair share of hard yakkah.15 Dec 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateParasite confirmed in Waipu Estuary mullet; health risk deemed low, but advice to fishers givenMPI says the parasite has been present in New Zealand mullet since at least 2013.15 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateScholarship helps Far North student bring legal and financial skills back homeThe PKF Stewart Russell scholarship raised over $10,000 from locals.14 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNorthland business hits record boom but jobs fail to keep paceNorthland now has 24,351 registered businesses, up from 19,700 in 2013.14 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Three locals named Kiwibank New Zealander awards semifinalistsThe latest news bites from around the region.14 Dec 03:50 PM
Northern Advocate'It's really difficult': Who gets the kids for Christmas Day when parents separate?More than 60,000 Family Court applications are filed each year in NZ.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFree festive feasts: Community rallies to feed lonely and struggling whānauChristmas Day community events will ensure no one is lonely or hungry at Christmas.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhich part of NZ was the most generous with Givealittle donations this year?A new report highlights some of the causes Kiwis cared most about this financial year.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Maybe make a back-up plan': Forecasters eye up Christmas weatherRain is on the way next week, but what will the skies look like on Xmas Day?13 Dec 03:02 AM
Northern AdvocateCounting the cost: Hundertwasser Art Centre struggles to hit visitor targetsIt is hoped new highway signs will help turn around the unique centre's $1.4m loss.12 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionJoe Bennett Joe Bennett: Old Moose Jaw photo booth strip unlocks a Christmas pastAt 26, the writer was hitchhiking solo across a frozen Canadian prairie.12 Dec 03:45 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: 2025 a year of setbacks, wins and hope Grassroots wins in Tai Tokerau reveal inclusion growing from community.12 Dec 03:30 PM
Northern AdvocateYoung golfer gets slam-dunk hole-in-one despite 12,500-to-1 oddsNorth Golf's David Mullan says Josh Beckham is a star player.12 Dec 03:00 AM
