Northern Advocate'We're still in shock': Retired couple's life-changing Lotto winThe woman was on the edge of her seat as each number began to line up on their ticket.13 Mar 02:32 AM
Northern AdvocateFamily escapes as fire destroys home in ŌtāngareiCause uncertain, but child playing with cigarette lighter a possibility.12 Mar 10:41 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei teen flying high after winning multiple titles at Model Flying NZ NationalsHis love affair with model planes started when he was young.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHabitat for Humanity opens community housing project in 'our flashest town'The need for housing has soared due to factors like skyrocketing property prices.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThird time's the charm: Masters cross country champ claims another victoryWorld cross-country title for Whangārei runner as he prepares to race in Poland.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Alleged tomahawk robbery; and Lucky Lotto playerSnippets of news from around the region.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateVince Cocurullo: What do the Three Waters reform proposals mean?It might be helpful to summarise them in this column.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘We’re over the moon’: Fritter fest makes welcome return after three-year absenceWhangārei event combines music, postive vibes and good kai — especially fritters.12 Mar 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'It’s devastating': Couple scammed into paying bond for property that wasn't for rentThe family lost $3,600 to the fraud, and is living separately while trying to find a home11 Mar 02:18 AM
Northern AdvocateWild cats and legal fights: Lion park's tumultuous historyDown memory lane. Key events at the lion park over the last two decades10 Mar 06:02 PM
Northern AdvocateAdditional fuel storage for domestic reserves on trackMore than $100m spent on decommissioning of the refinery10 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMusical instruments to soothe the soulThe melodeon was played in the trenches of the First World War to boost morale.10 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateWildlife park operator tells all about its troubles and the futureThe operator of big-cat park speaks about liquidation and the way forward.10 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: Has our push to be smokefree made every smoker a 'social leper'?Joe Bennett says smokers used to be widely accepted but are now social outcasts.10 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBrent Eastwood: Massive thank you to Top Energy for the generous supportIt’s always nice when those sponsors are local ones.10 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSolar farm being built in Northland to supply retirement villages NZ-wideThe $35m facility will be exclusively used to power retirement villages across NZ.10 Mar 01:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHousing complex ablaze in OtangareiA fire has engulfed a duplex property in Whangārei.10 Mar 05:21 AM
Northern AdvocateLotto shop robbed, reportedly by person with tomahawkSocial media users reported the offender had a tomahawk.10 Mar 02:28 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei courthouse a 'powder keg': lawyer calls for inquiry into assaultSmall spaces and blind spots in the building create security issues, one lawyer says.10 Mar 12:12 AM
Northern AdvocateLawyers fear for their safety after 'shocking' court lift attackA 36-year-old travel agent is charged with injuring with intent to injure over the assault09 Mar 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateTruck and trailer units restricted: Vital Brynderwyn detour to reopenTrucks and trailers are not able to travel via the Kaiwaka, Mangawhai and Waipū detours.09 Mar 10:05 PM
Northern AdvocateGruelling Wild Kiwi on again at Whangārei HeadsBream Head tracks cleared in time for grassroots multisport event.09 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police still investigating Ruawai fatal crashThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNZ's first 'kiwi corridor' in Northland ever closer after release over weekendOne Kiwi was named after the late local legend Murdoch Ross.09 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay of Islands news with Sandy MyhreThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.09 Mar 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Horrendous' attack: Law Society responds after courthouse fracasVictim is believed to be a lawyer.09 Mar 03:31 AM
Northern AdvocateFamily lawyer in hospital after courthouse assaultPolice, ambulance, and fire appliances can be seen outside the courthouse on Bank St.09 Mar 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateStaff to be sent to Whangārei Hospital over winter months; army support still in the airStaff will be deployed across Northland hospital services depending on need.08 Mar 11:54 PM
Northern AdvocateBank's ‘sincere regret’: ANZ offers $19k to 82yo scammed out of $36kFraudsters posing as the victim convinced ANZ staff to divulge personal customer details.08 Mar 07:25 PM
Northern Advocate‘Third time lucky’: Mangōnui Waterfront Festival celebrates 10th anniversaryThree stages, almost 100 stalls and 5000 people expected at popular seaside festival.08 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe new $59 million civic centre a former mayoral candidate labels a 'leaking monstrosity'Former mayoral candidate Alex Wright is concerned the centre will be a leaky building.08 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBig cats from closed Whangārei lion park unsuitable for the wildIt's unlikely the big cats will be taken by a zoo in New Zealand, an expert believes.08 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Slip stabilised; toy gun call-out and SH10 resealingNews snippets from across Northland and surrounds.08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateCanned plans for roadside drug testing a blow to Northland - the region most at riskPolice will have to continue to use an "archaic" test to ping drug impaired drivers.08 Mar 04:00 PM