New Zealand'Just had the fright of his life': Missing boatie sparks late night rescueThe boatie was cold and extremely shaken when rescuers found him on Limestone Island.05 Sep 11:58 PM
New ZealandHopes high for peanut trials after weather wiped out cropsThe trials yielded promising results in its first year.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAirport saga hits turbulence as Govt tells council to uphold their side of the bargainDiscussions about what Kaitāia Airport's lease will look like are underway.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo quick fix for Whangārei crash hotspotSolution 'in coming years', but for now drivers urged to remain vigilant.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandRare example of pre-World War I water infrastructure located in heart of HikurangiThe rediscovered dams still function, and many of the original features are visible.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPhotos: The pioneers behind Poroti's blooming orchid businessOwners Kane and Gail Matthews have spent 20 years refining the growing process.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe price of beauty: Vandalism at picturesque falls cops hefty maintenance billThe park’s public toilets and other signage were spraypainted.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandInjured sailor back in NZ after spending months in Panama hospitalHospitalised for four months in Panama, Marcel Syron finally returns to Aotearoa.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We’re desperate and we’re exhausted': Doctors and dentists strikePeople are being warned about potentially longer waits for some services.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice ask witnesses to fatal crash to come forwardWitnesses in relation the two-vehicle crash on Thursday are asked to come forward.04 Sep 01:31 AM
New ZealandPerson critically injured after crash in Kaipara FlatsOne person sustained critical injuries in a crash this afternoon.03 Sep 04:10 AM
New ZealandRugby: Taniwha roll Magpies in NPC clashThe team ran away with the win with a final score of 44-21 on Friday night.03 Sep 03:33 AM
New ZealandPouto farmers sink teeth into reviving dentistry in DargavilleThe Pouto Peninsula couple want to give back by providing the much-needed health service01 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDads know best: Senior fathers give their greatest advice for parenthoodA dose of classic dad humour was not amiss in the advice from these fathers.01 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Let me introduce you to the culinary delight of Pork BennettOPINION: It is neither fancy nor difficult to make. But it turns my knees to jelly.01 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPhotos: Young performers dazzle at kapa haka festivalThe festival is one of the biggest events on the Bay of Islands cultural calendar.01 Sep 12:50 AM
New Zealand'Quite a lot of excitement': Northlanders marvel at rare super blue moonHave a great shot to share? Email it to reporters at northernadvocate.co.nz31 Aug 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A teacher is a teacher': ECE rep demands fair payNot all teachers are paid the same in sector where children's education starts.31 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandJonah Lomu's 'niece' loses last chance to appeal sentences for importing methSelaima Fakaosilea was sentenced for her involvement in the Ninety-Mile Beach drug bust.31 Aug 07:12 AM
New ZealandExpect delays after diesel spill causes partial road blocks in WhangāreiRural road blocks in place after diesel spill.31 Aug 04:23 AM
New ZealandJudges impressed by 'stunning' quality of Science Fair entriesStudents received recognition for their work in the form of high praise and awards.31 Aug 02:21 AM
New ZealandStrangers tried to save motorcyclist killed in Whangārei crashThe crash happened at the intersection of Sands Rd and Ngunguru Rd.31 Aug 12:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHigh needs students suffering under 'negligent' support modelPrincipals say the current In Class Support model has reached crisis level.30 Aug 05:00 PM
TalanoaSamoa Rugby World Cup hopes propped up by Kaitāia's Jordan and James LayKaitāia brothers James and Jordan Lay at second RWC with Samoa30 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandOfficers nab alleged offender behind several Kamo burglariesThe person thought to be behind the spate of thefts was arrested today.30 Aug 04:57 AM
New ZealandTiny boatshed attracts big attentionInterest in the 24sq m property has been off the scale.29 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFamily of thrill-seeking soldier pay tribute a year onRaymond Trembath left the NZ Army for adventure in Africa with the French Foreign Legion.29 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTributes paid for conservation 'legend' who proved 'extinct' bird had survivedA remarkable thing about David Crockett is that all his work with the tāiko was voluntary.29 Aug 06:41 AM
New ZealandMayor and strangers rally to help 80yo man whose home was destroyed in blazeOnline fundraising effort for elderly man whose home burned down.29 Aug 05:37 AM
New ZealandStorm damage repairs at Cape Rēinga to take 4-6 weeksAccess to Cape Rēinga is restricted while storm repair work is done.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCustomer trespassed after concerns car dealer painted over severe rustValue Cars Whangārei said it wasn't responsible for the vehicle as it didn't sell the car.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandIwi leader says Kaitāia Airport future assured for at least 35 yearsA site occupation has been averted and an iwi leader says the land dispute is resolved.28 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLoopholes in vape regulations a worry, expert saysExpert says new vape measures will not be as effective as hoped.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFire chief calls for helping hands after 80yo man loses everything in blazeHouse fire causes 80-year-old man to lose everything.28 Aug 05:36 AM