Northern AdvocateRescued whales still safe at sea today: Public praised for their helpThousands of people thronged to Ruakākā Beach to help a pod of stranded whales.24 Nov 08:41 PM
Northern AdvocateAunty Kath: Kiwi Ferns legend remembered for her selfless dedicationHundreds farewell Kathleen Wharton; NRLW star remembered for her community impact.24 Nov 06:32 PM
Northern Advocate'Cherished part of our lives': League star mourned by family ahead of funeralKath Wharton died on Thursday, aged 41. 24 Nov 05:57 PM
Northern AdvocateMeet council, share ideas at Whangārei A&P Show: Vince CocurulloJoin Mayor Cocurullo at A&P Show to discuss council plans and enjoy free activities.24 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Beyond a joke': Driver's prized Holden damaged by stone chips from SH1 roadworksNorthland man claims $32k from NZTA after roadworks damage his car for second time.24 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWatch: Volunteers form human wall to refloat stranded whalesThree of the whales succumbed on the shore.24 Nov 08:21 AM
Northern AdvocateMan beat stepchildren with poles, cords, broomsticks and kitchenware when in bad moodChild's bruise at school leads to Kaikohe man's arrest for serious family violence.24 Nov 07:53 AM
Northern AdvocatePostvention as prevention: A Māori approach to suicide supportThe team supports whānau post-suicide, focusing on trust and community needs.24 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'I don’t want to be hurt anymore': Mea Motu on why she forgave her violent ex-husbandThe boxing champion endured years of abuse at the hands of her ex. 23 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSeventy-hour weeks and no pay: Worker's nightmare in NZ superetteThe worker logged 437 hours in five weeks - all of which was unpaid.22 Nov 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch banThe new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.22 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: Rare yellow geckos born - meet the mini huntersKiwi North welcomes four new gecko births, with distinct markings and rapid growth.22 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs: Navy open day - explore HMNZS Taupo at Port Nikau in WhangāreiNavy open day in Whangārei: Tour HMNZS Taupo, meet sailors, on Saturday. 22 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDisabled abuse survivors still face inadequate care - Jonny WilkinsonOPINION: Will apologies be enough to put things right?22 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The pub can be a sanctuary from wellness trends and a source of joyOPINION: Order another round before health and safety meddlers take the pub.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA Kiwi industry abuzz: How mānuka honey is finding its sweet spot again'You don’t want to be doom and gloom your whole life. That's just a miserable way to live'22 Nov 07:06 AM
Northern AdvocateDangerous Black Power member flees police: Sponge round fired during chasePolice appeal for information as to the whereabouts of Black Power member Toa Pitman. 22 Nov 03:04 AM
Northern Advocate'Lambs all over the place': Council investigates after dogs savage livestockCouncil investigates dog attacks; one dog shot, another impounded in Kaikohe.22 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDon’t give up: Northland man beats the odds, survives motorbike crashKerikeri's Jack Poutsma reveals how he overcame severe head injury from motorbike crash.21 Nov 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police investigate inmate’s sudden deathThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDidn't leave home for three years: Loneliness 'at epidemic levels' among pensioners in NZLoneliness among New Zealand's seniors is reaching epidemic levels, Age Concern says.21 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHoliday hotspot fish and chip shop ‘shocking’ locals with $4.50 scoops of chipsUnhappy customer says her serving averaged out to cost just over 13c per chip.21 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMan burst into home, pulled gun on woman and her son while demanding drugsHe fired a shot which flew past the son's head and through the TV.21 Nov 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice call off search for small boat linked to transnational crime groupPolice didn't say why the search was abandoned a day after announcing the hunt for a vessel. 21 Nov 01:20 AM
Northern Advocate'Stay calm': Lifetime gang member reacts after man faces prosecution under new lawGang patches can no longer be worn in public.20 Nov 08:58 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs: Pumpkin growers buzz for upcoming Mangakahia Giant Pumpkin CompetitionThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'He does have a hole in his soul': Man who caused death of off-duty policewoman sentencedGail Shepherd is described as a genuine, straight talker who kept her family together.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTanks a lot: Mike Butler's water tank project helps whānau in needThe Far North resident, 63, also leads civil defence, festivals and marae work in Moerewa.20 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Schools collaborate for pou project; singers celebrate 60 yearsThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'You don't have to keep up with the Joneses': Life in one of NZ's most isolated villages'We now have the internet!'20 Nov 09:33 AM
Northern AdvocateInvestigation under way after prison inmate found deadPolice say the death is currently being treated as unexplained.20 Nov 06:41 AM
Northern AdvocateHealth and conservation champions named Kiwibank Local Hero medallistsOrca expert Dr Ingrid Visser and Māori activist Hilda Halkyard-Harawira are among them.20 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia market stall gathering views and questions for 2025 Far North District Council electionKaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections19 Nov 11:43 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North: Ngāwhā cell fire; Lifeguard patrols return; Students join runThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Nov 11:08 PM
