Northern AdvocateWindswept chaos: 102km/h gusts leave Northland without powerDargaville's fire brigade handled multiple callouts, including a lifting roof in Ruawai.18 Jul 03:29 AM
Northern AdvocateFreemasons help Northland Special Olympics athletes get to ChristchurchThe nationals will be a life-changing event for athletes with intellectual disabilities.18 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice nab Whangārei man after alleged supermarket theft spreePolice say he stole items from several supermarkets over the course of a week.18 Jul 02:58 AM
Northern AdvocateCaregivers charged nearly 10 years after Kaikohe 4yo's mysterious deathAlestra Kepa-Hati died in 2015 while in Erana and Walter Beneditos' care in Kaikohe.18 Jul 12:24 AM
Northern AdvocateThe New Zealand towns gaining global acclaim for their beauty and charmWorldAtlas has favoured one area for its beauty, warmth and appeal to retirees.18 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice seek three men after man reportedly assaulted, ute stolen in DargavillePolice are searching for three men after a ute theft in Kaipara.17 Jul 11:17 PM
Northern Advocate'Will it take someone to die?': 85yo's fears after home demolished by airborne carA former occupant says it's the third time the house has been hit by a car17 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Economic growth is key': Luxon discusses Northland's potential with iwiThe PM praised Māori businesses for investing and creating jobs despite challenges.17 Jul 06:02 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland businesses unite for CCTV initiative to combat crimeBusiness groups in the Far North are uniting to enhance community safety. 17 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTwo charged with neglect 10 years after 4yo's death in KaikohePolice have continued their investigation since Alestra Kepa-Hati's death in 2015.17 Jul 02:17 AM
Northern AdvocateMajor water leak forces school closure for urgent repairsThe water supply was turned off close to Te Kamo Intermediate School. 17 Jul 01:26 AM
Northern AdvocateSaving lives: Mobile AED startup named best emerging businessWinner Georgia Keys took action after witnessing a young woman die from cardiac arrest.16 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Public safety at risk': Guns, cannabis found in Kaitāia raidPolice found three .22 rifles, a shotgun and a semi-automatic rifle at a Kaitāia house.16 Jul 10:53 PM
Northern Advocate'Rain, wind and snow': North Island in for day of wild weatherUp to 30mm of rain fell in Auckland this morning, with gusts of 70km/h on harbour bridge.16 Jul 10:52 PM
Northern Advocate'Tipping point to extinction': Orca expert fears marina fast-track applicationDr Visser warns the marina could be the 'tipping point to extinction' for orca.16 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I didn’t have time to think': Well-known local rescues woman from rising floodRoddy Pihema saved a woman and her dog from rising floodwaters in Kawakawa.16 Jul 06:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Frankly dangerous': Gang member's alleged reckless driving near police lands him in courtCops say a patched Barbarian Stormtrooper member narrowly avoided hitting a police car.16 Jul 04:04 AM
Northern AdvocateInvasive sea spurge found at Spirits Bay, threatening native plantsSea spurge, an invasive weed, was found at Spirits Bay, 60km from the nearest site.16 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Surreal intelligence': Orcas seen sharing prey with humansThe study highlights orcas’ potential to form bonds with other species.16 Jul 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: Teen nails turning backyard studio into a thriving businessThirteen-year-old Shaniah Sunnex-Gray runs a nail art studio in Kaikohe.15 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'End my suffering': Mum's grief after toddler's fall from moving uteNorthland mum Tyla Simona wants her son’s death to make a difference.15 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: 64 sika deer culled in Russell Forest deer eradication projectThe latest news bites from around the region. 15 Jul 03:00 PM
Northern Advocate'You should know better': Grandmother jailed for trying to derail son's family violence case'Outrageous conduct:' Mayleen Tuhiwai pressured her son's victim to change her statement.15 Jul 06:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Grateful no one was killed': Man clambers on campervan to rescue pensioner hurt in twisterA tornado flipped a campervan, injuring an elderly man inside.15 Jul 03:26 AM
Northern Advocate'Absolutely destroyed': Tornado flips motorhome in Northland, traps elderly manA mini tornado flipped a motorhome, trapping an elderly man inside.15 Jul 12:34 AM
LifestyleWatch: The latest highlights from Smokefreerockquest and ShowquestRegional finals from Auckland, Canterbury, Far North, Northland, Nelson and Wairarapa.14 Jul 10:25 PM
Northern Advocate'We need cops': Kaikohe's plea amid rising crime ratesA Kaikohe resident has written an open letter urging action against rising crime.14 Jul 05:41 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin Page Kevin Page: Facing fears, finding humour and relief in medical journey The procedure required a hospital visit and involved a camera.14 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Terribly confusing': FNDC slammed for costly speed limit changesThe changes have cost ratepayers $300,000 and taxpayers $500,000.14 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe Good Drop: Warehouse, Salvation Army team up for textile recyclingDonors receive a 10% voucher for clothing purchases over $30 as an incentive.14 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice name person who died in early morning Kaitāia crash Emergency services were called to the crash at 2am on Friday. 14 Jul 02:07 AM
Northern Advocate Kaipara mayoral hopefuls on rates, museums and what they would do differentlyKaipara's rates hike is 8.3%, with a targeted rate of $14 per property for three museums.14 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia Airport's $5.4m upgrade progresses with regular iwi meetingsNgāi Takoto will purchase Kaitāia Airport in line with their Treaty settlement provisions.14 Jul 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'Ambulance at the bottom': Retailers criticise new shoplifting penaltiesBusiness owners aren't convinced instant fines are enough to curb shoplifting. 13 Jul 05:00 PM
