Northern AdvocateWhangārei firearms incident: Police and AOS search home, man in custodyA Kauika Rd property was searched today following a firearms incident on Monday night.05 Mar 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Mayor warns halving rates increase will mean $6m shortfallCutting the rates rise to 5% leaves a significant gap for services or debt.04 Mar 10:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Rehab-first approach could cut dangerous driving and repeat offendingOPINION: The AA is ramping up road safety calls as the election approaches. 04 Mar 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateWind turbine load tips into ditch on final stretch to wind farm siteNo one was injured, traffic is still passing and cranes will recover the load.04 Mar 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: New Kaikohe supermarket opens with community focus and fresh new lookThe latest newsbites from around the region.02 Mar 03:55 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 AdvocateRāhui placed on Northland beach after fatal single-vehicle crashEmergency services were called to Mahuta Gap, Te Kopuru, about 7.15am.28 Feb 04:42 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North to use $5m cash injection to shift gears on pending ratesMayor Moko Tepania also took the time to address the need for tougher dog control laws.28 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘I just couldn’t stop weeping’: Brother mourns Kaihū dog attack victim“I keep expecting her to come over, but, you know, she’s not any more.”27 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Imaginative grip on reality’: Murder accused's state of mind at time of ex's death questionedAnaru Morunga has been on trial for the alleged murder of his former partner. 27 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateLocal elections chief raises concerns at Whangārei council meeting amid public inquiry Dale Ofsoske says many electors left without voting packs in 2025 were Māori.27 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'I reached, she reached, I won': Murder-accused gives new account of ex's stabbingAnaru Morunga admitted stabbing Jasmaine Reihana but denied intending for her to die.26 Feb 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateBehind the lens: Inside Steve Hathaway’s ocean world at Seaweek MangawhaiThe event runs from 6pm to 8pm on Tuesday, March 10 at Mangawhai Golf Club.26 Feb 03:43 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNew Mangawhai retirement village planned as 13ha site snapped upBupa has bought about 13ha in Mangawhai Central for the new village.25 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘It was either her or me': Man accused of killing his ex claims he was trying to protect his familyAnaru Morunga told police he was 'cooked as a cooked thing' and hearing voices.24 Feb 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom pest to pie: Feral goats turned into field days snacksAbout 1500 mini pies will be given away at the NRC marquee in Dargaville.24 Feb 03:00 AM
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 AdvocateDog owner demands PM do more in wake of attacks Northland has an estimated 50,000 dogs for a population of about 200,000.23 Feb 04:47 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kaipara District Council appoints interim chief; Lotto win in NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.23 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders stay up late to watch giant wind turbine convoy roll outMore than 130 giant turbine loads will roll out from Northport by May.23 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCyclists chased in months before fatal Kaihū dog attack: Police appeal for informationPolice say cyclists may have been chased by dogs in Kaihū in November and December.23 Feb 12:19 AM
Northern AdvocateA missing tractor, crushed fences and tyre tracks - the clues an alleged killer left behindJasmaine Reihan's burnt body, phone and a knife were later found in the car on the beach.20 Feb 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDogs to be destroyed after fatal Kaihu mauling, council confirmsThe three dogs are currently impounded while police investigate.20 Feb 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOpponents step up Bream Bay sand mining fightProtesters plan a mass rally at Ruakākā Beach on March 15.20 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'The biggest issue we face': Northland mayors unite on dog control crisisMP Grant McCallum has called for a meeting with the region's mayors about dog control.19 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMurder-accused's mother begged police for help as her son's paranoia spiralledAnaru Morunga has been accused of murdering his ex-partner, Jasmaine Reihana.19 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNight convoys to haul 80m turbine blades across Northland roadsThe 107km overnight route from Northport to Dargaville will take up to six hours.19 Feb 01:12 AM
Northern AdvocateRunner attacked by dogs weeks before fatal maulingBrandon Tai was chased by three dogs in the area and suffered a bite to his calf.18 Feb 09:32 PM
Northern AdvocateState Highway 1 reopened after serious crashEmergency services were called to the scene just after 7.30am.18 Feb 08:13 PM
Northern Advocate‘He looked evil’: Witness describes man's demeanour on night he allegedly killed ex-partner'He is fried as f***, he’s scratching his head with a big knife', man messaged partner.18 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFamily of Northland woman killed in Kaihu dog attack say death was 'tragic'Mihiata Te Rore, 62, died at a rural State Highway 12 property in Kaihu on Tuesday.18 Feb 01:52 AM
Northern Advocate'He is fried as f***': Text warning before ex-partner's alleged murderJasmaine Reihana's body was later found in the back seat of a burnt-out car.17 Feb 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Tragic': Person mauled to death by dogs at Northland home Inspector Maria Nordstrom says the dogs involved have been restrained.17 Feb 12:43 AM
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
