Northern AdvocateMan unable to escape ex's violent rampage as he was on EM bail and couldn't leave the houseJudge queries how victim ended up being bailed to her home in the first place.25 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateUpper Whāngarei Harbour out of bounds for fishers while man remains missingA rāhui is in place over part of Whāngarei Harbour in respect of a missing swimmer25 Oct 04:04 AM
Northern AdvocateHospital without night doctors is safe, Health NZ saysDargaville Hospital a-okay, although high-risk patients taken to Whangārei Hospital.24 Oct 11:56 PM
Northern AdvocateRainy Labour weekend ahead, lifeguards ready at beachesLifeguards prepare for busy Labour weekend; weather may deter some beachgoers.24 Oct 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSearch for missing 83-year-old swimmer scaled backA two-week rāhui has been placed covering the Upper Whangarei Harbour.24 Oct 04:26 AM
Northern AdvocatePerson critically injured in car fire at ŌmāpereFirefighters also battling scrub fire at Ōmāpere.24 Oct 03:47 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateChannel outlines energy precinct plants for Marsden PointChannel wants to become a landlord and enabler for energy projects at Marsden Point.24 Oct 02:28 AM
Northern AdvocateKeeping Dargaville Hospital open '100% political decision', leaked email saysStaff say keeping the hospital "fully functioning" is a political, not clinical, decision.24 Oct 02:12 AM
Northern Advocate'A standout destination' Northland's unique attractions land it on Best of the World listNorthland named in National Geographic's 25 Best Places to Travel for its unique beauty.24 Oct 12:37 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice seek help to find wanted manInformation can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers.23 Oct 10:33 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer Old Boy appointed as Whangārei Boys' High School principalThe Tikipunga High School principal will take over from Karen Smith in 2025.23 Oct 07:44 PM
Northern AdvocateNorth Island to lose one electorate before next election – here’s whyOfficials yet to decide which seat will be lost before voters next go to the polls.23 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Great isites, Mooney talk, college prizegivings and speedway backNews snippets from the Far North.23 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of IslandsThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.23 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDo a kickflip: Kiwi beach town gets world's biggest skateboardThe world's largest skateboard was recently installed at Mangawhai skatepark.23 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia Hospital performing life-changing cataract surgeryCataract surgery now carried out at Kaitāia Hospital23 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North iwi Ngāti Kuri's indigenous knowledge on kuaka/godwit heard at world-first Chinese forumNgāti Kuri at groundbreaking indigenous godwit - kuaka - conference in China23 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGroup ignores 'unmissable' signs and walks dog off lead on pest-free Northland islandDog seen on pest-free Matakohe Limestone Island was not there for conservation purposes23 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe new crop that's puzzling localsEven seasoned horticulturalists don't recognise the young trees.23 Oct 02:30 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland college placed into temporary lockdown after ‘fighting and parents on site’The notice was put on the school's Facebook page around 1.50pm.23 Oct 01:59 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice appeal for sightings of 83-year-old missing swimmerThe 83-year-old man has not been seen since Saturday and was reported missing on Monday.23 Oct 01:24 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland historic site investigation into DoC's alleged role in destructionNorthland coach road allegedly destroyed after consent from DoC.22 Oct 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDeath of rare frogs linked to Brynderwyns roading workNative frogs were endangered by concrete used in the upgrade, a report says.22 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police still investigating Tikipunga firesThe latest news bites from around the region.22 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateInvestigation into fire at Whangārei laundromat and dry cleaning business completedSmoke caused by the fire spread through Raumanga and Maunu.22 Oct 01:38 AM
Northern AdvocateSearch for missing 83-year old Whangārei swimmer to resumeThe man has not been seen since Saturday and was reported missing on Monday.22 Oct 12:49 AM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri's Edmonds Ruins planted with historic fruit trees ahead of open dayOrchard at Kerikeri's Edmonds Ruins propagated from near 200-year-old trees.21 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTreaty & Me lectures open doors for honest discussionsFree public lecture series to engage with Te Tiriti o Waitangi.21 Oct 09:35 PM
Northern AdvocateTe Hiku Education Trust honours Kaitāia business legends Eric Shackleton and David HarrisonKaitāia business legends Eric Shackleton and David Harrison honoured21 Oct 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSport'I don’t understand': NPC coach fires broadside at NZ Rugby over its futureFinancial struggles and funding cuts threaten grassroots rugby.21 Oct 06:43 PM
Northern AdvocateWhite Ferns get record payday for World Cup winNZ women earned a record payday following their maiden Twenty20 World Cup title.21 Oct 05:08 PM
OpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Guinea fowl chaos: a night to remember in the caravanOPINION: We are not about to let one sleepless night taint our pleasant experience.21 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief from the Far North: North chess champs, missing child found and Boogie Circus comingNews snippets from the Far North.21 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCampgrounds getting ready for busy summer, some nearly booked outDoC campgrounds in Northland are open for bookings, but some have no space left.21 Oct 04:00 PM
