KahuFans urged to be a part of Northland rugby's centennial celebrationThree cracking games in store at Semenoff Stadium.03 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo arrests in Kohukohu drug raid, meth and vehicles seizedSecond incident in a month to rock the usually quiet North Hokianga town.03 Jun 04:32 AM
New ZealandNorthland police arrest nearly 50 people as gangs stripped of guns and cashPolice say the message sent to gangs with guns will be more powerful than the results.03 Jun 03:07 AM
New ZealandNorthland town spearheads Covid-19 vaccine for allRussell St John, Ngāti Hine Health Trust team up in vaccine roll-out.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMulti-award-winning cemetery earns high NZ accoladeThe award was recognition of Maunu Cemetery's successful natural burial site.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate reported shooting at backpackers hostelReported shooting prompted police to briefly shut down tourist town's main street.01 Jun 04:26 AM
EnvironmentSnorkelling programme takes out top environmental awardNorthland's environmental champions have been recognised in the regional council awards.30 May 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Kids are getting punished for the disability they have'Hui hears accounts of how mainstream education has let down young disabled Kiwis.27 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandOne person killed, three others injured in truck and car crash near Kaiwaka - SH1 closedMotorists can prepare for delays and diversions following a serious crash in Kaiwaka.27 May 03:13 AM
New ZealandNorthland police name pair found dead after Awarua shootingThe men's families have requested privacy while they grieve their loved ones.27 May 12:46 AM
New ZealandThreats spark AOS callout, manhunt in Horeke areaThe search sparked up again on Tuesday afternoon after a sighting in Utakura Valley.25 May 03:41 AM
New ZealandNorthland dairy farm scene of double tragedy in Awarua shootingA police investigation to the shooting was well under way with more details expected soon.24 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandThreats made before family home destroyed by fireThe Advocate understands a woman and two children left the house after threats were made.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest women over robbery of elderly residentToday's arrests came off the back of hard work by the police and help from the public.21 May 01:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Land theft by stealth' accusations against Northland councilNorthlanders are concerned about alienation of their property rights through a new policy.16 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei drive-by shooting: Police want witnesses to come forwardPolice believe the vehicle arson in Kamo was linked to the drive-by shooting.12 May 11:57 PM
New ZealandManawatū coast surprise: Third venomous sea snake turns upThe latest sea snake was found on a beach by an 11-year-old boy looking for shells.10 May 01:42 AM
New ZealandHiss-tory repeats as second deadly sea snake found in NorthlandSecond highly venomous yellow-bellied sea snake found in Northland.09 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMum of teen shoved off wharf flooded with generosityThe teen's mum, Diane Coleman, says she has received messages from people wanting to help.09 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandMen who filmed themselves throwing puppy into harbour later shove teen off wharfThe two men had been filming themselves repeatedly throwing a puppy into the sea.06 May 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumEducationCombating youth violence: How Northland schools are using innovation to cope with challenging students"Somewhere on the way, we have a responsibility as a village to help these students."04 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCombating youth violence: 'It needs to stop' says mum of Northland girl viciously attacked by teenThe family say whānau and police have been amazing support in the wake of the attack.02 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand130-year-old Northland icon destroyed by firePolice want to hear from anyone with information about the 4am blaze in Kohukohu.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandLandmark Northland Masonic lodge building engulfed by fireThe historic building was engulfed by fire when crews arrived early this morning.29 Apr 06:04 PM
KahuWhangārei exhibition to showcase best of young Ngāpuhi artistsNgāpuhi youth are set to have their work exhibited at the Hihiaua Cultural Centre.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice warn motorists to take care after six people die in 22 days on Northland roadsNorthland's road toll sits at 13 deaths - only one more than the same time last year.23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services at fatal crash in Ruakākā, motorcyclist dies in Havelock NorthEmergency services are currently at the scene of a serious crash in Ruakākā.22 Apr 04:57 AM
New ZealandFourth motorcyclist killed in less than two weeksPolice are encouraging motorists to take extra care on and around motorbikes in Northland.15 Apr 11:33 PM
New ZealandFormer Deputy PM Winston Peters mum on futureFormer deputy PM effusive about new memorial but not commenting on his political plans.11 Apr 03:31 AM
New ZealandWhangārei Mayor opposed to Government putting fluoride in council water supplyWhangārei Mayor Sheryl Mai is against Government moves to fluoridate water supplies.21 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Our hearts will never mend': Grieving couple seek police apology over 'lies'Jennifer Roys believes her interactions with police have made Natasha's life worthless.19 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandMangawhai locals marvel at magnificent mako cruising the watersTo spot a short-finned mako in shallow water is unusual but not unheard of.19 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan on the run after assaulting cop, escaping police stationThe police officer attacked was "incredibly fortunate" to escape serious harm.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland firefighters responding to blaze in TutukakaA helicopter is on the scene of a fire in Tutukaka, Northland.17 Mar 11:48 PM
