Northern AdvocateNorthpower Wild Kiwi hopes to mark return with record breaking numbersCompetitors travel from all over for the race held in the scenic coastal hotspot.26 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate18yo woman killed in Christmas Eve car crash had the ‘biggest heart’, sister saysJacinda Sione-Lauaki, known as Cinda, was on a way to paving a better life for herself.25 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFirefighting Santa suits up to surprise Onerahi kids with Christmas cheerFor two decades, Onerahi deputy fire chief Brian Redwood has help spread Christmas joy.25 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Instinct' helps i-Site Paihia staff save British tourist's lifeTwo visitor info consultants didn't hesitate to put their first aid skills into action.24 Dec 11:03 PM
Northern AdvocateTopless sunbathing, a road trip with a budgie: Seniors share memories of Christmas pastFrom a post-war Christmas to a road trip with a budgie; here are some favourite memories.24 Dec 05:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocatePopular bike trail set to reopen in time for summer holidaysTwin Coast Cycle Trail's partial closure in 2021 hit bike, accommodation businesses hard.24 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateGiant Waitangi Tribunal report calls for land return, constitutional makeoverThe ‘history-defining’ report brings together five years and 500,000 pages of evidence.23 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettGrenade launchers may not be the best Christmas presents, Joe Bennett reckonsJoe Bennett muses on giving grenade launchers as Christmas presents.23 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateChopper dispatched to help fight Far North fireFar North firefighters are battling a blaze in Waipapa.23 Dec 02:32 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateHow to avoid festive season stressMany people feel pressure around gift-giving and hosting, a psychologist says.22 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUnique rolling ball clock sculpture at Whangārei Town Basin handed over to councilUnique rolling ball clock taken over by Whangārei Districxt Council22 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAward-winning Kaiwaka author writes her way to prestigious fellowshipKelly Ana Morey plans to use her residency to work on her sixth novel.22 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs: Whale watch continues; murder accessory namedCatch up on what's happening around the region.22 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland teacher retires after 50 years in the classroomSeeing changes in children’s lives for the better is so rewarding.22 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice operation nets man with 'strong links' to Mongrel MobThe man will face 15 charges when he appears in the Kaikohe District Court in January.22 Dec 04:10 AM
Northern AdvocateCar T-boned in Pakaraka crash; police plead for driver patienceTwo people taken to hospital after crash at SH1/SH10 junction.22 Dec 02:52 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North water incident: One person found deceased at Matauri BayThe two callouts occurred on the same stretch coast at virtually the same time.22 Dec 02:14 AM
Northern AdvocateWoman charged with being accessory to Whangārei murder can be namedLeonie Farell was remanded in custody and will return to court in February.22 Dec 12:45 AM
Northern AdvocateThree Waters: Northland leaders worried small settlements will miss outThree Waters reforms may leave out small Northland communities - regional council leaders.21 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate$97m Northland timber company sale could bring hundreds of new jobsThe award-winning business could double in size.21 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJohn Williamson: Are the Aussies doing it better? The battle to enforce seatbelt wearingNine of the 23 road fatalities this year involved people not wearing seatbelts.21 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBroken down bride hitches ride with policeLocal police officer helped a bride make it down the aisle after wedding hits speed bump.21 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateYoung injured whale in Bay of Islands under careful watch, says Department of ConservationThe department says the young whale appears to have been separated from its pod.21 Dec 04:57 AM
Northern AdvocateWoman appears in Whangārei court charged with being an accessory after the fact to murderWoman charged after Onerahi homicide appears in court21 Dec 01:24 AM
Northern AdvocateNo call yet on whether Three Waters HQ will be in Northland or AucklandSome roles will be able to work effectively from anywhere.20 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNZ’s biggest solar farm due to power up Kaitaia next yearLodestone's Far North solar farm will have 20ha of panels spread across 100ha of farmland.20 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGlinks Gully beach community in Northland has fireworks banThe four-month ban is to reduce the risk of damaging wildfires.20 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateEmily Henderson: While Christmas can have a dark side, there is still a lot of lightOpinion: However you spend this Christmas, go easy on yourself and those around you.20 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWe just need the road open: $100m for Mangamuka Gorge repairsResidents have cautiously welcomed more funding for Mangamukas.20 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Absolute heroes’ drag trio from fiery crash, Corvette destroyedPolice, firefighters plead with drivers to slow down as Northland toll hits 35.20 Dec 04:16 AM
Northern AdvocateWaka Kotahi announces another $86m for SH1 Mangamuka Gorge repairsWaka Kotahi has secured another $86m for SH1 Mangamuka gorge but will it be enough?19 Dec 11:31 PM
Northern Advocate‘Absolutely nuts’: Angler lands 464.5kg marlin after 10-hour battleSkipper said Tuydor’s monumental effort was the greatest he’d seen in the angler's chair.19 Dec 06:49 PM
Northern AdvocateAnother world title shot for Northland boxer Lani Daniels?Former world title contender and Northlander Lani Daniels wants the title shot.19 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate100MW battery storage for Northland's Marsden PtRuakākā to get a 100MW battery storage unit.19 Dec 04:00 PM
