Northern AdvocateKaikohe killing motive 'highly disturbing', police release image of killer and have DNAThe Kaikohe grandma died in a struggle with the 'sexually motivated' intruder. Police say.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland local government, community stalwart recognised in King's Birthday HonoursMalcolm Nicolson has been recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours.04 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland swimming stalwart honoured with QSMRichard Dunkerton is approaching 50 years of swimming coaching.04 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North health volunteer awarded Queen's Service MedalVenus Cherrington is retired but still saving lives - and now has a QSM.04 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAnchorage ban for Bay of Islands cove after major caulerpa find10-day anchorage and fishing ban at Omakiwi Cove in Govt's biosecurity response.04 Jun 03:04 AM
Northern Advocate'She's just our girl': Boxing champ Lani Daniels welcomed home to PīpīwaiLani Daniels (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine) is home after winning a world heavyweight title.02 Jun 04:26 AM
Northern AdvocateTruck flips on SH1 north of Whangārei, spilling logs as long weekend traffic ramps upThe truck crash near Towai didn't result in the road being closed.02 Jun 03:59 AM
Northern AdvocateSafety call after horrific week on Northland’s roadsFour deaths in two days have safety campaigners urging caution.02 Jun 01:50 AM
Northern AdvocateAnimals, staff moved from Kaitāia SPCA due to temporary closure over health, safety issuesAll animals have been taken to Kerikeri and Whangārei centres while an assessment is done.01 Jun 12:38 AM
Northern AdvocateMum's advice pays off as deaf Kerikeri man chosen for World Bowls ChampionshipsKerikeri bowler Craig McKeogh to play in deaf secton at World Bowls Champs in Scotland31 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTe Kokonga - new six-bed sub-acute mental health unit at Kaitaia Hospital opensNew mental health unit in Kaitaia means tangata whaiora can be treated closer to home31 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePlan for 16 pou whenua along Far North coast sees sixth carving unveiledA historic name has been resurrected in the Far North with the Waitahapāua pou whenua.31 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Exhibition draws on Far North artistsThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.31 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDiscovery sparks 190-year-old ‘missing person enquiry’Writing slate with mystery signature found under floorboards at one of NZ's first schools.30 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri social housing plans on hold, community group saysA redesign could be on the way for a controversial high-density social housing complex.29 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDiscovery of more invasive seaweed could ruin tourism hotspot, biosecurity leader warnsThe devastating finds should be a wake-up call to the Government, biosecurity expert says.29 May 05:42 AM
Northern AdvocateTenants check out, tourists check inConcerns remain for Northland families left at mercy of tight rental market.26 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateChanging face of Tokelau seen through the lens of Te Papa exhibition at Kiwi NorthTe Papa exhibition Faka-Tokelau: Living With Change is now on display in Whangārei.26 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice investigating four serious Northland crashes need help from the publicWitnesses to four serious crashes in Northland wanted by police26 May 03:50 AM
Northern AdvocateRallies for climate action held in Northland and across NZ on FridayMarches are being held in Whangārei and Kaitaia as part of a NZ-wide day of protest.26 May 03:09 AM
Northern AdvocateArt project blends biology and techArtists from Northland, Scotland and Brazil taking part in online art gallery.26 May 12:08 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief from Northland - stabbing, Lotto win, earthquake and more rain dueNews snippets from Northland25 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateEx-Māori Affairs Minister Dover Samuels praises impact of North's Māori wardsMāori ward representation is 'shaping up positively,' Samuels says.25 May 05:58 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateHui to be held to discuss caulerpa weedThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.24 May 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Ludicrous and unsafe': Gym owner says cops could have stopped arsonistKaikohe gym badly damaged in a suspected arson attack24 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCompany found guilty after death of tourist on Northland sand dunesSand Safaris 2014 found guilty after death of sandboarding Korean tourist.24 May 01:54 AM
Northern AdvocateBoys' High band hit right notes at regional school rock competitionReady, Set! from Whangārei Boys’ High School wins Smokefreerockquest regional final23 May 06:57 PM
Northern AdvocateBoxer Lani Daniels’ world title fight could be her lastWhangārei boxer Lani Daniels in historic world title bout on Saturday.23 May 06:50 PM
Northern AdvocateMāori gains from Budget 2023 highlighted at Whangārei breakfast meeting with MPsGovernment’s Māori MPs explain what the Budget has delivered to Māori in Northland23 May 03:11 AM
Northern AdvocateTeen jailed for five years for killing Good Samaritan who gave him a liftNorthlander Michael Biggins was giving two youths a lift when he was stabbed to death.23 May 12:59 AM
Northern Advocate'Something utterly ridiculous': Business owner begins hunt for Northland's ugliest carMelanie Kinghan has hatched another plan to liven up her Kerikeri Rd business.22 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Brewery win; brigade kept busy and art tackles plastic pollutionNews snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.22 May 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘They’re good fellas’: Boaties at centre of life-saving rescue drama thank Northland helicopter crewSkipper urges other boaties to be prepared with the right gear, training and communication19 May 03:12 AM
Northern Advocate70 students compete at Northland Scholastic Surf trialsNorthland Scholastic Surf trials see big turnout from region's schools18 May 05:00 PM