Northern AdvocateKiwi dies of dehydration amid Northland’s dry conditions, rain offers reliefRanger Bevan Morgan found the kiwi unconscious on January 11.20 Jan 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North businesses rejoice after reopening of SH1 after two yearsMangamuka Gorge reopening delights Far North businesses as visitors pour in.20 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Queen Elizabeth did the dishes' – $10m island estate that hosted royalty hits marketThe eco 'paradise' is also a hit with kiwi.19 Jan 11:12 PM
Northern AdvocateBatten down the hatches: Heavy rain warning issued for NorthlandSummer's on the back-burner as a rainmaker arrives.19 Jan 09:52 PM
Northern AdvocateThe unexplained disappearance of mail from Hokianga's postal systemMail going missing include a handmade bag, a heartfelt letter and cards to grandchildren.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Too long’: Liquor licence woes halt supermarket plan in NorthlandThe tenants of a proposed supermarket backed out after objections to the liquor licence.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe 'heartland for Māori culture and enterprise' to celebrate Māori businessApplications and nominations for the 2025 awards are open until February 14.17 Jan 11:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: From ham feasts to plant-based resolutionsWill we sustain our noble nibbling?17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettSpending a penny for the toilet door - Joe BennettThere is a manly pleasure in striding into a door department and saying, ‘I want a door’.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhy Marsden Estate’s winemaking achievements will continue following saleMarsden Estate owners Rod and Cindy MacIvor reflect on vineyard sale.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Hit musician returning home to NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBoy seen struggling in harbour rescued by vehicle ferry skipperBoysie-James Siosiua was pulled from the harbour after trying to retrieve a basketball.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBaby sharks found in Far North rock pools after strong tidesBaby sharks have been spotted in rock pools near Ahipara, drawing local interest.17 Jan 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRoad now open after truck blocked SH12 near TahekeThe crash was just west of Puha Rd near Taheke.16 Jan 11:16 PM
Northern AdvocateFamily devastated by theft of woodchopping trophyThe trophy was made from mottled kauri in 1966.16 Jan 10:16 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei’s Lani Daniels to defend world boxing title in AprilDaniels heading for rematch with tough Tongan.16 Jan 09:43 PM
Northern AdvocateVehicle found damaged after reports of shots fired in RaumangaGunshots were reportedly heard at a Hedley Place property on Thursday night.16 Jan 08:50 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s shocking’: Dust woes continue, residents call for stronger council actionResidents in the Far North are angered by dust issues despite dust suppression measures.16 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTaheke scrub fire: Blaze 70% containedOn Friday afternoon crews were still working to fully contain the fire. 16 Jan 01:08 AM
Northern AdvocateWhat's with all the kiwi in central Whangārei?Why are kiwi being spotted in Whangārei's central business district?15 Jan 09:27 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - lighthouse stays, man shot and pedestrian hitNews snippets from the Far North15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North public toilets hit by vandalismThe council is seeking the public's help after $2000 worth of damage was inflicted.15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHelp keep Treaty Grounds clean during Waitangi Day - volunteers neededVolunteers wanted to keep Waitangi Day commemorations clean in Bay of Islands15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFire restrictions in Far North follow summer water restrictionsFar North under fire and water restrictions15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Cape Brett lighthouse cottage hosts 1200 visitors after restorationNearly 1200 people stayed at Cape Brett's cottage since November reopening.15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateInvestigators uncover the cause of Whangārei’s 20ha blazeNorthland's fire permits have been suspended until further notice due to risky conditions.15 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It was massive': ‘Monster’ great white shark circles fishing kayakerOliver Hopwood spotted a dark shape drifting below his kayak early on Sunday morning.14 Jan 11:08 PM
Northern AdvocateInnovative solution to swans hitting powerlines at Far North lakeTop Energy's solution prevents lines being wiped out by birds' swansong.14 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateStudy scholarships awarded to 3 Far North health staffJR.BM Scholarships to three Northland health workers14 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Growing problem': The fast-growing NZ town with no public secondary schoolA private school will open in February, but residents wonder where the public option is.14 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘A hole in all our lives’: Young, married mum of three killed in crashThe hospital nurse who died 'touched the lives of so many' – friend.14 Jan 03:57 AM
Northern AdvocateCharity close to man‘s heart to gain from 1000km cycle ride from Cape RēingaA child charity saved Nuk Korako's family being split up, he's now raising funds for it13 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews snippets from the Far NorthCatch up on what's currently happening around the region.13 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageDoing it the DIY way - Kevin PageNo 1 Daughter could become DIY Dame.13 Jan 04:00 PM