Northern AdvocateMixed summer fortunes: Northland hospitality counts cost of wild weather'It’s not been the best summer ever ... but on the whole we can’t be unhappy.'28 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGrand old lady: Tiny Northland settlement to celebrate hall's centenary'It’s important that we keep her well looked after ... for many years to come'.28 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePossums gone, rats plunging: Russell predator project hits key milestoneBut the end of Predator Free 2050 funding means ongoing success is uncertain.28 Feb 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Sponsors of Kerikeri hanging baskets keep the town blooming each yearThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.25 Feb 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom rags to rest: Op shops turn dumped clothing into bedsA six-month trial is turning dumped Northland clothing into mattresses and insulation.24 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland poet’s prize-winning gum tree collection set for March releaseLynn Jenner's prize-winning book is set in the gumlands of Kerikeri.23 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGrieving dolphin carrying dead calf prompts warning to keep clear in the Bay of IslandsDoC says the mother may carry the dead calf for days or even weeks.23 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'We’ve got to give it our best shot': Community bid to buy iconic Kerikeri marketThe community has 12 months to raise $7m to buy the Old Packhouse site.20 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘You will be saving somebody’s life’: Donor backs new Whangārei plasma driveWhangārei’s new plasma drive now runs monthly at Semenoff Stadium.20 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateBay News: Inside the 75-year watch of Russell Radio volunteersThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.18 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North pensioners hit with 'crippling' council rent hikes of up to $100 a weekFar North District Council faces a $15m bill to fix and upgrade 15 empty units.18 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘They should lead by example’: Pensioner wins fight with NZTA over $2.60 tollBrett Jacobson was wrongly billed for his towed ute, then told he couldn't get a refund.17 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWeather whiplash: Northland soaked with 299% of normal January rainSome of Northland's east coast areas measured six or seven times their usual January rain.14 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMarooned residents face unsafe drive on treacherous road as pilot vehicles run latePilot convoys on "extremely hazardous" route are running late, locals complain.13 Feb 12:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Art town’s summer gallery raises $5000 for Russell school laptops and uniformsThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.11 Feb 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKindness baked in: New Good Bitches chapter spreads treats across the Bay of IslandsThe new Bay of Islands chapter already has 14 volunteer bakers on board.11 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland tennis stalwart Janet Agnew celebrating 40 years of tournament named after her40th Janet Agnew Carnival Doubles Tennis Tournament brings player back again and again.10 Feb 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePM helps launch Bay of Islands club set to become new marina hangoutPrime Minister Christopher Luxon cut the ribbon at the opening.09 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateYoung mum who turned ovarian cancer battle into campaign dies aged 35Ruby Smith donated her cancer journey song to the Ovarian Cancer Foundation NZ.09 Feb 04:10 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North pensioner left $700 out of pocket as council rebate delays drag onMore than 3000 Far North residents are reportedly awaiting rebates.08 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Exceeded expectations’: Northland tennis fans get behind first Davis Cup tieThe tie at Whangārei’s McKay Stadium marks Northland’s first Davis Cup event.06 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWaitangi’s other story: Love, care and whānau important outside the politicsFamilies enjoyed food stalls, kapa haka and free rides in the Bay of Islands sun.06 Feb 05:55 AM
Northern AdvocateWhat to expect at Waitangi this year: Weather, crowds and moodThe Treaty Principles Bill being axed has eased tensions at this year's events.04 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Earth Tongue bring one-night-only hometown show to KerikeriThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.04 Feb 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthpower drone inspections over Whangārei and Kaipara: What residents need to knowDrones will fly over lines in February and March, not film private homes.01 Feb 06:40 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom roller coaster to rewards: Why this pair won’t go back to a 9 to 5 jobCouple shares highs and lows of going self-employed in their 20s.30 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCaulerpa makes dramatic retreat in areas but 'sure as hell, this beast will be back'Pest dieback: Controlled Area Notices and bans on fishing and anchoring remain in force.30 Jan 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Project Island Song boosts Bay of Islands wētāpunga population with final releaseThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.28 Jan 03:55 PM
Northern Advocate'Absolute pure gold': How Northland downpour supercharged Ōpua Forest The warm, slow deluge brought up to 250mm of rain to the forest. 28 Jan 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's Kauri Museum wins Prestige Museum of the Year Matakohe institution hails 'a proud moment for everyone involved'.26 Jan 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHelp at hand for Far North folk hit by stormsFar North response team out and about to help after storm damage25 Jan 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCape Brett hut airlift and slips force DoC closures in peak summer periodNine trampers paid for their own rescue flight after slips cut off Cape Brett.20 Jan 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Incredibly popular': Northland mourns much-loved teacher and sportsmanHarry Darkins taught in Whangārei for 14 years and recently moved to Auckland to teach.20 Jan 02:09 AM
Northern AdvocateCape Brett track safety fears after diverted route forces trampers into deep waterWalkers now face steep steps to Oke Bay and tidal rock crossings on the route.18 Jan 04:09 AM