Northern Advocate'Boxing saved my life': Kiwi champ set for historic showdownLani Daniels will fight Claressa Shields in Detroit on July 27 (NZT).26 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTasman 'preparing for the worst' with more heavy rain on the horizonAn active front is set to bring rain to much of the country next week.25 Jul 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateIs $4 an hour too much to pay for car parking in central Whangārei?Business owners fear higher prices will keep customers from the CBD.25 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSky's the limit: Northland artists' creations illuminate NZ's tallest towerRangatahi from Te Kowhai Print Trust will see their art projected onto the Sky Tower.25 Jul 04:55 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Why Jason Momoa's citizenship bid highlights NZ's health standardsJason Momoa expressed his desire to make Aotearoa his home.25 Jul 04:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The unspoken truth behind golf star Scottie Scheffler's successHe questioned the purpose of winning, comparing it to a fleeting moment.25 Jul 04:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNZ shivers in coldest temps of year, braces for severe weather shift Temperatures hit -7.5C in Dunedin and -3.9C in Masterton today.25 Jul 04:53 AM
Northern AdvocateHigh Court settles ownership of Harley-Davidson in major drug bustMotorcycle seized as part of operation that uncovered 17kg of meth and $240,000 of assets.25 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s biggest water services changes kick off in WhangāreiDistrict council vote starts ball rolling on Northland-wide water requirements. 25 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateAccessible respite service offers unique relief for Northland familiesNorthlanders with disabilities no longer have to use hospitals or rest homes for respite.24 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer Black Fern battles stage 4 cancerCheryl Waaka remembers the day her life was changed forever.24 Jul 09:59 PM
Northern Advocate'It was a huge eye-opener': How boating tragedy drives water safety advocateEsther Hone lost a friend in a South Island boating accident as a teenager.24 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer mayor joins panel on Māori wards ahead of key local electionsSheryl Mai will speak at a 'Why Māori wards?' panel in Whangārei on July 30.24 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice officer charged with dangerous driving causing death of teenAngel Riley died after her car hit a tree in Whangārei following a police pursuit.24 Jul 02:48 AM
Northern AdvocateMeth allegedly found in car fitted with false plates, two arrestedThe occupants allegedly threw drug utensils from the car.24 Jul 01:53 AM
Northern Advocate'I'm so proud': Teen's $48k scholarships pave way to universityTearohanui Chellew, 18, secured two scholarships totalling $48,000.24 Jul 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Fait accompli': NorthTec staff fear cuts as Te Pūkenga restructuring continuesConsultation on cuts in primary industries, forestry and horticulture began on Monday.23 Jul 11:47 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice probe spike in scrap metal thefts across NorthlandTop Energy reported several break-ins at its substations.23 Jul 11:46 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland shearer Toa Henderson wins big at Royal Welsh ShowToa Henderson scores a big win, but the Kiwis lose the test in the unkindest cut of all.23 Jul 11:39 PM
Northern AdvocateHow Northland plans to transform into a $60b economic powerhouseA new NZIER report shows potential for Northland to grow six-fold by 2050.23 Jul 05:05 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: The driving licence debate and the role of common senseOPINION: Common sense varies widely, complicating its role in driver training decisions.23 Jul 04:30 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North council roading restructure likened to Hunger GamesWorkers feel blamed for underperformance, as union considers court for lack of data.23 Jul 05:05 AM
Northern AdvocateMachete-wielding youth allegedly threatens staff at convenience storeThe youths allegedly carried out the theft using two stolen vehicles.23 Jul 02:59 AM
Northern Advocate'Absolute stupidity': Power boss slams dangerous substation break-insOne break-in resulted in a forced power outage to 4500 customers in the Far North.23 Jul 02:20 AM
Northern AdvocateNZTA to install speed cameras on high-risk Northland roadNew cameras on the Kaitāia-Awaroa Rd aim to cut speeding and crashes.23 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateLogging truck rolls, Far North road now openTraffic management is in place but delays are expected.23 Jul 01:26 AM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: Charity's ambition to launch Northland's first fully accessible fishing boatThe boat will be refitted for people with disabilities and health challenges.22 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Arrogant way to treat your manager’: Detectives' private chat reveals tensions in Northland CIBFormer District Commander Tony Hill acknowledged a 'boys' club' culture existed.22 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBush search leads to drug and ammo charges in KaitāiaThe man was allegedly seen with a firearm which led to a callout to his address.22 Jul 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateJacob Rajan’s acclaimed ‘Guru of Chai’ back in WhangāreiThe production showcases Rajan's talent and features him as 17 characters.22 Jul 03:30 AM
Northern Advocate2300 education workers strike over pay deadlock with ministryNZEI members will start a month-long partial strike, working strictly to rule.22 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSpecialist education staff booting out Govt's pay offer to tune of Elvis' Return to SenderSpecialist education staff congregate in Whangārei with placards and Elvis Presley as they join their peers nationwide in booting out and returning to sender the Govt's pay offer.Watch22 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei District Court closes front counter after ceiling tiles fall, foul smellWet ceiling tiles fell on Tuesday, accompanied by a 'foul' odour.22 Jul 01:09 AM
Northern AdvocateKūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader saysPlans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.21 Jul 11:00 PM