Northern AdvocateHolidaymaker horrified after child seen hanging on to moving car at beachA child was seen standing on the vehicle's running board, hanging on to the window.22 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSylvie Currin’s Kaitāia mural wins Keep NZ Beautiful awardKaitāia artist's award winning mural to inspire environmental care22 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCentenarian and world’s oldest park-runner celebrates 100-year birthday with 5km loopColin Thorne knocked off the major milestone to celebrate turning 100.22 Jan 03:52 AM
Northern AdvocateHow a youngster is calling on politicians for safer weed-spraying on school groundsNot only did Henry Bedell present to council, he also wrote to the Minister of Health.22 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThe car most stolen in Northland revealedData shows that vehicle thefts peak between 10pm and 5am.21 Jan 11:51 PM
Northern AdvocateNew world record for Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey as part of a three-man teamKaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey part of three-man world record.21 Jan 10:39 PM
Northern AdvocateMore than 300 workers needed for Far North kiwifruit seasonFar North kiwifruit harvest needs hundreds of people to fill vital jobs.21 Jan 10:15 PM
Northern AdvocateKaikohe A&P Show highlights rural delightsPigs do battle at Kaikohe A&P Show21 Jan 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateConcerns SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure will see safety compromisedRoadworks are being done on detours, but not everyone believes they'll be up to scratch.21 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSH1 Brynderwyns closure gives time to prepare - Whangārei MayorOPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.21 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDerelict scout den in Onerahi goes down in flamesResidents say Onerahi Scout Den sat derelict for years ahead of fire.21 Jan 02:32 AM
Northern AdvocateChromebooks, shoes, uniforms and stationery - the overwhelming list returnsBetween stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.21 Jan 12:14 AM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: Forget the back-to-work blues and be grateful for the gift of a New YearOPINION: Minor holiday mishaps can be frustrating but here's why they are blessings.19 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateLooking for Treasure: How a popular Pātaua campsite became a sought-after gemAs Treasure Island's owner looks to move on, a new book captures the vast memories.19 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: Words do not belong in bed, they are for the daytimeOPINION: "We love to sleep. To deprive someone of sleep is a form of torture."19 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from Northland - Moth plant and rook warningsNews snippets from Northland19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland movement inspires rescue equipment on beaches across countryThe move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.19 Jan 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Mum would've loved that': Calls to restore and protect Dame Whina Cooper's former homeCooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.19 Jan 12:32 AM
Northern AdvocateBeware! Northland east coast beaches to be battered by big swellsSwells of up to 3m have been issued for the entire east coast of the North Island.18 Jan 09:04 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kiwifruit jobs up for grabs; Waitangi Day volunteers neededThe latest news bites from around the region.18 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhat the?! Discovery of unusual snake-like animal mystifies dogwalkers'The way it was lying made it look like a snake. Neither of us wanted to get too close...'18 Jan 04:25 AM
Northern AdvocateFans proving popular as sales spike amid humid weatherBad news - muggy overnight temperatures will continue until Sunday.18 Jan 03:51 AM
Northern AdvocateSafety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after deathPole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.18 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSH1 blocked by two-car crash at TopuniThe crash between Auckland and Whangārei occurred at midday on Thursday.18 Jan 12:58 AM
Northern AdvocateMan drowns at popular Northland beachThe man was reportedly pulled unconscious from the water.17 Jan 11:51 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: NCEA pass rates drop; gas cylinder catches fireThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePools out for summer: No public swimming pool in Kaitāia as opening delayedKaitāia’s new swimming pools won't open until March.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateQuick action by the public helps foil burglary at sports shopAfter calls from witnesses, police arrived on the scene only seconds later.17 Jan 01:04 AM
Northern Advocate$6.6m for Far North iwi Ngāti Kuri for vital environmental workNgāti Kuri gets $6.6 million for land restoration and save taonga species16 Jan 08:23 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia shearer part of three-man world record attemptWorld record attempt for Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey.16 Jan 07:40 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Serious crash closes Tarewa Rd; Extravaganza Fair on this weekendThe latest news bites from around the region.16 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHomeless trespassed from downtown Whangārei streetsA homeless man says he is prevented from accessing the city's only day shelter.16 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the 'terrible tragedy''16 Jan 01:47 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Tinopai Wharf closed; out-of-control burn-off sparks fire callThe latest news bites from around the region.15 Jan 05:00 PM
