Brodie Stone is a Multimedia Journalist covering crime and emergency services for the Northern Advocate.
Brodie Stone is a Multimedia Journalist covering crime and emergency services for the Northern Advocate in Whangārei. Brodie first started working with the Advocate in 2022 as an education and general news reporter. She began covering crime and emergency services at the start of 2025. Brodie has covered an array of stories through her time with the Advocate, including social issues, policy, breaking news and health. She grew up in Northland and loves to find quirky stories in the region’s hidden corners, and gets the most reward from giving a voice to those without one. Brodie has a Bachelor of Communications with a major in journalism and minor in media studies from Massey University. You can contact Brodie at brodie.stone@nzme.co.nz
Far North residents fear logging slash threatens roads amid bad weather
A Far North couple have fears logging slash will threaten roads as winter nears.
'Significant loss of history': Paihia fire devastates Kelly Tarlton's old ship
The fire began on the ship - converted into a building - near Waitangi Bridge.
Worksafe investigating after person suffers critical injuries in workplace incident
A person was airlifted to Auckland City Hospital in a critical condition.
Twelve champions for Northland celebrated in King's Birthday Honours
From family violence prevention to services to Māori, locals' dedication recognised.
Investigation under way after 'unexplained' death of 3-year-old girl
Police say a post-mortem will be carried out over the next couple of days.
Armed Offenders Squad swarm Kawakawa overnight after aggravated robbery
Police say two men arrived at a property carrying firearms and demanded a vehicle.
Volunteer firefighter Dave 'Squid' McKenzie remembered 'He loved his fire station community'
McKenzie was known around the community as a man with a staunch outlook on fire safety.
'Incredibly dangerous': Laser attacks threaten aircraft safety
Far North District Council says the same individual may be responsible for the strikes.
Police name man found dead in vehicle near Kawakawa service station
Police discovered McKenzie's body in a vehicle at Kawakawa on Sunday.
Homicide investigation launched after man's body found in vehicle
Police believe the man was the victim of a violent assault.
‘Close to home’: Man killed in Whangārei homicide; murder charge laid
Emergency services called to Norfolk St where a man was unresponsive, died at scene.
Umbrellas and tartan out in force at 152nd Waipu Highland Games
The event went ahead despite bouts of heavy rain — and crowds were pumping.
ITM ram-raid: Thieves steal $30k worth of tools from family who cooked free meals at Christmas
After feeding the community, their other business was ram-raided.
Markets, hikes, home crafts: What's there to do over the holidays?
If you think there's nothing to do in Northland - think again.
Northland college placed into temporary lockdown after ‘fighting and parents on site’
The notice was put on the school's Facebook page around 1.50pm.
Severe thunderstorm watch: Possible thunderstorms and rain for Northland this evening
The watch is in place from 6pm until midnight tonight.
Don't forget your roots: Far North marae linked to Six60 lead to start nationwide tour
Mangawhai, Opononi, Te Kao and Kaitāiā will host the world-class act.
Women’s Blues rugby team tackling women in sports stigma one visit at a time
The visit coincided with a training camp where Blues members enhanced their skills.
Patient airlifted to hospital after Far North crash
Fire and Emergency and St John are currently in attendance.
Election 2023: Northland back to National - Te Tai Tokerau result yet to be declared
Grant McCallum takes Northland for National - Kelvin Davis clings on in Te Tai Tokerau.