Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Lucky Lotto players; Community Xmas tree vandalisedThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDargaville records lowest annual rainfall as dry spell continuesRecord dry weather recorded in parts of Northland, but growers cheer no heavy rain.12 Jan 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The poetry of a shopping listFrom coffee to Hayfexo: Exploring humanity through a Tuesday shopping list.10 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘A safe place’ - Far North town unsettled following alleged shootingOne man was critically injured on Wednesday morning in Mangōnui. 10 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFirefighters thanked as Whangārei fire brought under controlThe fire, which covered 20ha on Thursday, is now under control.10 Jan 03:35 AM
Northern Advocate‘Really disruptive’: Northland businesses hit hard by fibre outageNorthland businesses hit by 12-hour internet outage after digger damages fibre cable.08 Jan 11:13 PM
Northern AdvocatePopular Puketi Forest Kauri Challenge back this monthThe annual tramp in the Far North is not for beginners.08 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePylon collapse shows need for upgrade of Northland's electricity networkPlans to boost Northland's power network after pylon collapse.08 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDeath of officer Lyn Fleming raises safety concerns for policeThe officer's death has prompted the question, how safe are our cops? 08 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North — kayak safety course and Te Hiku jobs onlineNews snippets from the Far North.08 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonRemembering a good man who lived life to the fullest - John Williamson Rest in peace Geoff Thomas, you taught us a thing or two. 08 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThousands of Kiwis without internet after digger pulls up fibre cableThere is currently no estimate for the restoration time.08 Jan 05:16 AM
Northern Advocate‘Sounded like a tomcat howling’: Man shot overnight in MangōnuiPolice were called to Mary Hassett St at around 3.40am.08 Jan 01:43 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: NCEA results to be released January 15 on NZQA websiteNCEA results available on NZQA website from Jan 15; Scholarship results out Feb 11.07 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Quite unbelievable’: Dargaville Little Theatre to take global stage in MonacoThe cast of Out of Mind will travel to Monaco in August to represent Theatre New Zealand.07 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Cape Palliser’s wild beauty and the story of Colenso’s Deliverance CoveCastlepoint's perilous beauty: A tale of explorers and dramatic coastal views.03 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Two injured in crash, Whangārei Lotto winner, wind prompts fire warningThe latest news bites from around the region.03 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDomestic tourists dominate Northland’s bustling summer beach sceneNorthland beaches packed with tourists, drawing crowds from near and far.03 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s got mana’: Families share enduring bonds with Northland schoolsSome families have attended the same school for more than five generations.03 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBeachgoers watch as fire crews battle hilltop blazeAs of 3.45pm four fire trucks and 3 helicopters were on site.03 Jan 06:27 AM
Northern AdvocateA fatal tumble, a heroic act, snorkelling in paradise: Three deaths on Northland’s coastline sparks warningThe deaths on unmanned beaches begs the question, do we need more patrols?01 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCrews battle vegetation fire in Northland, one firefighter injuredA helicopter attended the fire south of Kawakawa, near the Oyster Factory.01 Jan 03:26 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police identify man found dead on Far North beachPolice identify man found dead on Far North beach; death not suspicious.31 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUmbrellas and tartan out in force at 152nd Waipu Highland GamesThe event went ahead despite bouts of heavy rain — and crowds were pumping.31 Dec 03:12 AM
Northern Advocate‘Drink to enjoy, not to medicate’: Far North deputy mayor's festive warningFar North deputy mayor Kelly Stratford shares her journey from binge drinking to sobriety.31 Dec 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: A whirlwind year of caravans, aches and pains, and changeKevin Page reflects on a wild ride of a year. 30 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateITM ram-raid: Thieves steal $30k worth of tools from family who cooked free meals at ChristmasAfter feeding the community, their other business was ram-raided.30 Dec 02:24 AM
Northern AdvocateRecession nothing to fear, according to new Northland business ownersYou have to be crazy to start a business in a recession, right?29 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUrupukapuka Island - a paradise for nature lovers and history buffsThere's so much for locals and visitors to see and do on Urupukapuka Island27 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Covered in mud': Mates' epic straight line challenge for charityFriends scale cliffs, cross manure-filled creeks in five-day charity walk from Dargaville.27 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateProtecting our marine paradise: How it works, and if it's workingThe Department of Conservation says ranger visibility deters offending.26 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders shouldn’t miss out this must-do attraction in their own backyardNorthlanders neglect biggest purpose-built visitor attraction north of Auckland26 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMarkets, hikes, home crafts: What's there to do over the holidays?If you think there's nothing to do in Northland - think again.24 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhat to do if you encounter a 'zombie' snapper this summerThe sick snapper with cloudy eyes and missing flesh should not be eaten, authorities warn.23 Dec 05:00 PM
