Northern AdvocatePerson dies after being found in water in Far NorthThe death has been referred to the coroner and support offered to the person's family.19 Oct 11:59 PM
Northern Advocate'Size of a ping-pong ball': World's largest blueberry to be grown in NZThe genetically-enhanced Eterna blueberries are to be grown in Kerikeri and Waikato.19 Oct 10:25 PM
Northern AdvocateLosing the land: Farmers call for urgent action on toxic ragwort threatTests confirmed M. ragwort is more toxic and invasive than its lookalike Gravel groundsel.19 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhānau return home as Craike papakāinga opens in HokiangaFour new homes now stand on the whenua where Alice Craike was raised.19 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity': Whangārei eyes global creative recognitionWhangārei's bicultural and community-led creativity will underpin its global bid.19 Oct 05:23 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Should we take the rough roads with the smooth?OPINION: Pāpāmoa residents say chip seal noise forces them to shout inside their homes.19 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘You chose violence’: Life sentence for woman who killed cousin in jealous rageSaralee Moke died from multiple stab wounds at Houhora Heads Holiday Park in April 2024.19 Oct 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateVoyaging legacy: Māori and Hawaiian canoes to reunite at WaitangiHōkūleʻa and Hikianalia will arrive at Waitangi on November 14.18 Oct 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Otherwise we are complicit': Partner of fatal dog attack victim urges public to speak upPensioner had 'very accepting nature' but complacency about mate's dogs proved fatal.18 Oct 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew rules aim to cut forestry deaths after grim 2024 safety recordWorkSafe released the code in August after consulting with stakeholders. 18 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Dogs will be dogs attitude won't do': Owner jailed after mate mauled to death by hungry pets'I hate the way in which he was taken,' Neville Thomson's grieving son. 17 Oct 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFinal results in: Northland councils confirm mayors and ward outcomesRegional council Māori seats will be removed after the 2028 election cycle.17 Oct 07:27 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: New children's book takes flight in Mangawhai; Mangamuka slip repair under wayThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Oct 03:50 PM
OpinionJonny Wilkinson: Losing Lola meant more than losing a petOPINION: Jonny Wilkinson reflects on life after losing his silky fox terrier, Lola.17 Oct 03:45 PM
OpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Finding meaning in a house renovation and a hedgehog’s visit A hedgehog’s quiet visit under the new floor left a memory that never faded.17 Oct 03:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘The work now begins’: Couper takes Whangārei’s top job after election winVince Cocurullo exits after 12 years on council and one term as mayor.17 Oct 07:34 AM
Northern Advocate‘Really pleased’: Larsen takes Kaipara mayoralty after razor-thin resultFinal count gave Jonathan Larsen a 21-vote lead over closest rival Snow Tane.17 Oct 07:10 AM
Northern Advocate'Feels like we’re going backwards': Firefighters strike over pay and conditionsFire and Emergency has offered a 5.1% pay increase over three years. 17 Oct 03:31 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland leader admits assaulting two women in Whangārei incidentThe person who admitted the two charges cannot be named, for now.16 Oct 11:58 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara council backs mayor’s complaint over how election was runŌtamatea councillor Mark Vincent walked out, calling the meeting a farce.16 Oct 10:34 PM
Northern AdvocateTwo dead after car and truck crash on BrynderwynsThe serious crash forced the closure of the main Northland route early this morning.16 Oct 06:10 PM
Northern Advocate‘A huge number of irregularities’: Kaipara mayor defends election complaint moveA 76-year-old wore his father’s RNZAF blazer to protest for democracy.16 Oct 05:39 PM
Northern Advocate'Kaitāia knows the value of flood resilience': Minister backs new workThe $2.5m project aims to protect $647m in land, homes and infrastructure.16 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘You’re over, kiddy killer’: Emotions erupt as mother faces man who caused 3yo's deathReign Puriri died after falling from the window of a vehicle being driven by his uncle.16 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFunding crunch sees Northland Brain Injury Association shut doorsAfter 27 years providing services to people with head injuries, the funds have run out.16 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePukenui solar farm powers up to 4000 homes after community-led buildThe 17ha site near Pukenui substation holds about 35,000 solar panels.16 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice name 20-year-old who died in Ōhaeawai crash Another person was transported to hospital with critical injuries on September 30.16 Oct 02:48 AM
Northern Advocate‘It’s been unbelievable’: Country supergroup The NZ Highwaymen prepares for final curtainThe NZ Highwaymen will play their final Whangārei show this Saturday.16 Oct 02:45 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice probe Northland assault that left one critically hurtThe injured person was airlifted to Northland Base Hospital in critical condition.16 Oct 02:23 AM
Northern Advocate‘So much for democracy’: Councillor slams mayor’s 11th-hour election moveElectoral officer Dale Ofsoske says in 40 years he’s never seen one called.15 Oct 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: 43 years on, Coastal Classic draws fresh competitionThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.15 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Scared to walk outside': Woman's plea after pitbull nearly left her 'ripped to shreds'Tracy Clarke says she’s been rushed by roaming dogs more than a dozen times.15 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Focus on sustainably grown timber’: Ikea company buys forests in NorthIngka Investments' 12,900ha deal covers nine forests, subject to OIO approval.15 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonComment: Why driverless tech might be closer than we thinkWaymo’s cars crashed 81% less often than humans in a recent study.15 Oct 03:55 PM
