Northern AdvocatePrivate prosecution against former council lawyer won’t include new allegationsChristopher Claydon failed to bring 20 new charges against George Swanepoel.29 Jul 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMan accused of aggravated robbery at Whangārei bar appears in court The man was arrested on Monday afternoon.29 Jul 04:18 AM
Northern AdvocateWoman describes moment a slip came down in front of her car on BrynderwynsSome roads are closed, most power has been restored as heavy rain and winds lash North.29 Jul 04:14 AM
Northern AdvocateDargaville Hospital loses last fulltime doctor in rural staffing crisisDargaville Hospital lost its last fulltime doctor, worsening the staffing crisis.29 Jul 03:02 AM
Northern Advocate'Cruel and Third World': Patient starved 16 hours a day for six days waiting for surgeryThe patient should have had surgery within six to 24 hours, Health NZ admitted.28 Jul 06:11 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin Page: Preparing for the pushchair challenge of a lifetimeOPINION: Mrs P started an exercise programme to prepare for babysitting duties.28 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice arrest man after armed robbery, shooting at Whangārei barThe 35-year-old is facing serious charges in the Whangārei District Court.28 Jul 06:52 AM
Northern Advocate'Pretty wet and windy': Northland braces for severe weather overnightMetService says it is expected to be a wet and windy evening as severe weather hits. 28 Jul 04:21 AM
Northern AdvocateBay of Islands hapū achieve Ngāpuhi-first Treaty of Waitangi milestoneThe area of claim includes the Bay of Islands and notable landmarks.28 Jul 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNew milk bank in Northland benefits premature, unwell babiesNorthland's first human milk bank is expected to benefit hundreds yearly.27 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Don’t give up': Couple who went from the streets to a home share message of hope Hera and Lena Greaves are heartbroken by Kaitāia’s rising homelessness.27 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUber is expanding to a new NZ city - and is on the hunt for driversUber is coming to Whangārei but local taxi drivers hope their customers will stay loyal.27 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice hunt for car involved in Whangārei bar robberyPolice are seeking a white Toyota Aqua with stolen licence plates, registration KHA69.27 Jul 07:49 AM
Northern AdvocateNew ambulance fleet hits Northland roads thanks to Grassroots TrustThree new vehicles have arrived in Northland for Kawakawa, Otamatea and Bream Bay.27 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDance and travel shape a 70-year love story for Northland coupleJanice and Robert Clarke celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on July 23.27 Jul 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'We ensure it's not a lottery:' Former cop and MP turned PI on finding out the truth Northland PI Mike Sabin works with a team of six former-detectives to gather evidence. 26 Jul 09:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Boxing saved my life': Kiwi champ set for historic showdownLani Daniels will fight Claressa Shields in Detroit on July 27 (NZT).26 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateIs $4 an hour too much to pay for car parking in central Whangārei?Business owners fear higher prices will keep customers from the CBD.25 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSky's the limit: Northland artists' creations illuminate NZ's tallest towerRangatahi from Te Kowhai Print Trust will see their art projected onto the Sky Tower.25 Jul 04:55 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Why Jason Momoa's citizenship bid highlights NZ's health standardsJason Momoa expressed his desire to make Aotearoa his home.25 Jul 04:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The unspoken truth behind golf star Scottie Scheffler's successHe questioned the purpose of winning, comparing it to a fleeting moment.25 Jul 04:30 PM
Northern AdvocateHigh Court settles ownership of Harley-Davidson in major drug bustMotorcycle seized as part of operation that uncovered 17kg of meth and $240,000 of assets.25 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s biggest water services changes kick off in WhangāreiDistrict council vote starts ball rolling on Northland-wide water requirements. 25 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateAccessible respite service offers unique relief for Northland familiesNorthlanders with disabilities no longer have to use hospitals or rest homes for respite.24 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It was a huge eye-opener': How boating tragedy drives water safety advocateEsther Hone lost a friend in a South Island boating accident as a teenager.24 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer mayor joins panel on Māori wards ahead of key local electionsSheryl Mai will speak at a 'Why Māori wards?' panel in Whangārei on July 30.24 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice officer charged with dangerous driving causing death of teenAngel Riley died after her car hit a tree in Whangārei following a police pursuit.24 Jul 02:48 AM
Northern AdvocateMeth allegedly found in car fitted with false plates, two arrestedThe occupants allegedly threw drug utensils from the car.24 Jul 01:53 AM
Northern Advocate'Fait accompli': NorthTec staff fear cuts as Te Pūkenga restructuring continuesConsultation on cuts in primary industries, forestry and horticulture began on Monday.23 Jul 11:47 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice probe spike in scrap metal thefts across NorthlandTop Energy reported several break-ins at its substations.23 Jul 11:46 PM
Northern AdvocateHow Northland plans to transform into a $60b economic powerhouseA new NZIER report shows potential for Northland to grow six-fold by 2050.23 Jul 05:05 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: The driving licence debate and the role of common senseOPINION: Common sense varies widely, complicating its role in driver training decisions.23 Jul 04:30 PM
Northern AdvocateMachete-wielding youth allegedly threatens staff at convenience storeThe youths allegedly carried out the theft using two stolen vehicles.23 Jul 02:59 AM
Northern Advocate'Absolute stupidity': Power boss slams dangerous substation break-insOne break-in resulted in a forced power outage to 4500 customers in the Far North.23 Jul 02:20 AM
