Northern Advocate‘Imaginative grip on reality’: Murder accused's state of mind at time of ex's death questionedAnaru Morunga has been on trial for the alleged murder of his former partner. 27 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘It’s a long way to $7m’: Bid to save Old Packhouse Market sparks debateTrust has one year to raise the money and secure the market in community ownership.27 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateLocal elections chief raises concerns at Whangārei council meeting amid public inquiry Dale Ofsoske says many electors left without voting packs in 2025 were Māori.27 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'I reached, she reached, I won': Murder-accused gives new account of ex's stabbing26 Feb 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTeacher had sexual relationship with student, other students blew the whistle26 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorth must not be sidelined in Govt infrastructure plan, business group says 25 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘My father, my role model, my hero’: Son rallies to support dad through stage four cancer25 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateImprisonment for woman whose animals 'suffered up until their last breath'24 Feb 06:01 PM
Northern Advocate‘It was either her or me': Man accused of killing his ex claims he was trying to protect his familyAnaru Morunga told police he was 'cooked as a cooked thing' and hearing voices.24 Feb 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom rags to rest: Op shops turn dumped clothing into bedsA six-month trial is turning dumped Northland clothing into mattresses and insulation.24 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDog owner demands PM do more in wake of attacks Northland has an estimated 50,000 dogs for a population of about 200,000.23 Feb 04:47 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kaipara District Council appoints interim chief; Lotto win in NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.23 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateGrieving dolphin carrying dead calf prompts warning to keep clear in the Bay of IslandsDoC says the mother may carry the dead calf for days or even weeks.23 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders stay up late to watch giant wind turbine convoy roll outMore than 130 giant turbine loads will roll out from Northport by May.23 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCyclists chased in months before fatal Kaihū dog attack: Police appeal for informationPolice say cyclists may have been chased by dogs in Kaihū in November and December.23 Feb 12:19 AM
Northern AdvocateCould a citywide game make your daily commute the best part of your work day?The free-to-join Weekday Challenge launches in Whangārei today.22 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRimu's capsize ordeal: 'For a dog that hates water … she’s a tough little thing'Rimu has recovered and is back on the water, albeit more protective than before.22 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionKen Couper: Building Northland’s momentum togetherOPINION: Whangārei is investing in both core repairs and long-term growth projects.22 Feb 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateHelena Bay slip removal to start but locals warned fix will be slow and complexThe unstable slope and some huge basalt boulders mean work won't be finished until June.22 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateBird deaths spread – avian botulism suspected at Whangārei water damTests are underway to rule out bird flu after 25 birds have died in a second outbreak.22 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKiwi adventurer takes on 'insane' 400km horse race in PatagoniaChloe Phillips-Harris will be the only Kiwi in a 31-strong international field of riders.21 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDoC warns walkers off unstable Mt Manaia track after landslide damageA 30m section of the track was destroyed by a landslide in January. 21 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGirl who thought she was dying inspires new period packs for girls in careThe new packs for girls in care include period undies, pads, toiletries and chocolate.20 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'We’ve got to give it our best shot': Community bid to buy iconic Kerikeri marketThe community has 12 months to raise $7m to buy the Old Packhouse site.20 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA missing tractor, crushed fences and tyre tracks - the clues an alleged killer left behindJasmaine Reihan's burnt body, phone and a knife were later found in the car on the beach.20 Feb 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDogs to be destroyed after fatal Kaihu mauling, council confirmsThe three dogs are currently impounded while police investigate.20 Feb 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOpponents step up Bream Bay sand mining fightProtesters plan a mass rally at Ruakākā Beach on March 15.20 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘You will be saving somebody’s life’: Donor backs new Whangārei plasma driveWhangārei’s new plasma drive now runs monthly at Semenoff Stadium.20 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMan allegedly assaulted at Whangārei home escapes by locking himself in car, police sayThree people have been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.19 Feb 10:26 PM
Northern AdvocateVolunteers wanted to bring more joy to kids in hospitalThe sound of children's laughter in the ward is the reward for Radio Lollipop volunteers.19 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSchool bus driver stood down for allegedly drinking on the jobA parent claims they found an empty can and two full beers in the bus.19 Feb 04:00 PM
