Northern AdvocateState of emergency announced for Whangārei District, Civil Defence Minister visits regionThe precautionary state of emergency will remain in place for seven days. 20 Jan 03:33 AM
Northern AdvocateThe area that got more than a whole summer’s rain in weekend downpourTe Tai Tokerau’s east coast had significant rainfall from midnight Saturday.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateFar North meth rehab 'in the trenches' as demand outstrips fundingNorthland has the country’s highest meth use per person in wastewater tests.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDeparting council chief executive to head major $200m Kaipara Harbour projectThe $200m Kaipara Moana Remediation project aims to halve sediment entering the harbour.18 Jan 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Happy-go-lucky' dad was turning his life around before beach tragedyHe and his cousin were pulled unresponsive from the water at Ripirō Beach on January 3.15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara council chief executive resigns Jason Marris led Kaipara through Cyclone Gabrielle, a tornado and major flooding events.15 Jan 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSuspicious blaze at Mangawhai as string of Northland fires stretch crewsSeven fire trucks battled the Mangawhai Heads blaze on Monday evening.13 Jan 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCousins named as men who died at Northland beachThey were pulled from the surf between Mahuta Gap and Glinks Gully.12 Jan 11:48 PM
Northern Advocate'Thankfully, no one was injured': Police allegedly fired on with air riflePolice say a 48-year-old Dargaville man allegedly fired an air rifle at officers.12 Jan 09:32 PM
Northern Advocate'They've failed miserably': Northland patients furious over hacked medical portalManage My Health yesterday began emailing 50% of affected patients.09 Jan 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateEx-Kaipara councillor avoids conviction over shop assaultsJudge Greg Davis ruled a conviction would outweigh the comparatively low-level offending. 07 Jan 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMeet the Puzzleman of New ZealandLouis Toorenburg was a toddler when given a puzzle that started a lifelong obsession.05 Jan 12:30 AM
Northern AdvocateTwo dead after 'water-related incident' at Northland beachPolice were called to the beach near Dargaville at about 6.50pm Saturday.03 Jan 07:12 PM
Northern AdvocateSevere thunderstorms threaten torrential rain, hailMetService warns the storms could trigger flash flooding and make driving hazardous.02 Jan 11:13 PM
Northern AdvocateSevere thunderstorm warnings lifted for Auckland and Northland, weather watches remainHeavy rain could bring flash flooding and treacherous driving today.02 Jan 05:11 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s population to quadruple with summer tourist influxVisitors spend about $1.2 billion a year in Te Tai Tokerau’s tourism industry.31 Dec 05:33 PM
Northern AdvocateGreat white circles kayaker, 24,000 stolen oysters, hospital carpark blaze: A year of headlinesThe Northern Advocate looks back at some of the top stories to grip readers.31 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePlan for the gaps: Patchy New Year’s weather for Northland holidaymakersWhangārei has already had about 30mm of rain, with winds near 80km/h.29 Dec 08:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's a miracle no one was killed': Victim of brutal dog attack speaks outNeighbours say repeated warnings about the four roaming dogs were ignored.29 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe council proposing a 0% rates increase for 2026/27Northland last held rates at zero in 2014, also under the regional council.28 Dec 04:05 PM
Northern AdvocateBusy Christmas period for Northland emergency services with crashes, large fireHoliday crashes, a quad bike rollover and a fire have tested Northland emergency crews.25 Dec 11:02 PM
Northern AdvocatePerson airlifted to hospital in critical condition after quad bike rolls overHato Hone St John said the person suffered critical injuries in the incident.25 Dec 04:57 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice warn of summer theft surge as opportunists target Northland homes, carsMore than 1300 thefts were reported in Whangārei over last summer.25 Dec 03:07 AM
Northern AdvocateChristmas ghosts: The rare native mistletoes most Northlanders will never seeNorthland has very few records of native red and white mistletoes growing in the wild.24 Dec 09:09 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Holiday rubbish changes: When your collection day shifts over ChristmasThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Dec 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateMultiple medal winer Cam Leslie second life member of Whangārei Academy of SwimmingParalympic legend Cam Leslie earns Whangārei Academy of Swimming top honour.20 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePerson seriously injured, SH1 closed after Northland crashPhotos from the scene show severe frontal damage to two vehicles. 20 Dec 12:40 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Coastguard Mangawhai completes first rescue The latest news bites from around the region.19 Dec 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateGates to be installed at popular Kai Iwi Lakes amid long-running tensions Boaties will need an access code after completing an online cleaning form.18 Dec 06:54 PM
Northern AdvocateCouncil calls on Govt to ensure sand mining opponents heardWhangārei Mayor Ken Couper has urged Chris Bishop and Shane Jones to hear the group.18 Dec 03:47 AM
Northern AdvocateDargaville’s town hall replacement by 2028: Deputy MayorDemolition of the 1950s town hall is due to start by the middle of next year.18 Dec 02:15 AM
Northern AdvocateHistoric Battle of Te Ruapekapeka to be commemorated 180 years laterThree days of events to mark anniversary of Northern War battle.15 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Pack some patience along with the presents': Holiday drivers urged to slow down, plan trips Motorists are urged to rest, buckle up and stay patient amid holiday traffic.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNorthland business hits record boom but jobs fail to keep paceNorthland now has 24,351 registered businesses, up from 19,700 in 2013.14 Dec 04:00 PM
