PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExiting the state system: Christian school to shut its doors over sex ed programmeSchool “unwilling to implement the national health and sexuality curriculum”.18 Dec 02:02 AM
New ZealandGreat white shark fear after stingray's grisly demiseCarcass with large chunk missing and 'widely spaced' bite marks raises alarm.16 Dec 12:50 AM
KahuKaipara hikoi leader petitions Parliament for mandatory karakiaPaturiri Toatu believes the ban was disrespectful to the Māori community overall.16 Dec 12:35 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuPrimary care headache: Around 11,000 Northlanders without a GPEnrolling with a GP continues to be an uphill battle for many Northlanders.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKarakia ban: Kaipara mayor unrepentant in wake of hīkoiMore than 300 people took part in the peaceful protest hīkoi calling for his resignation.14 Dec 05:24 AM
New ZealandTeacher named as man who imported child sexual abuse imagesImages Included many from the worst possible category.12 Dec 03:13 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuSixty seconds that shook Aotearoa: What happened and can the district move on?Rarely has any council meeting in New Zealand commanded so much attention.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei homicide investigation leads police to firearms and drugsFour arrests, drugs and firearms seized in Whangārei homicide inquiry09 Dec 01:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The criminals are winning': Community patrols to help police quash crimeThe patrols are in response to concerns about crime in the Far North.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei motorcyclist killed by truck driver's overtaking was much-loved family member, court hearsRoad worker who killed Whangārei motorcyclist gets community detention and community work.07 Dec 05:00 AM
Politics'There will be no begging': Glavish promises to meet embattled Kaipara Mayor whether he wants to or notDame Naida Glavish intends to discuss Jepson's refusal of karakia at council meetings.07 Dec 02:49 AM
New ZealandTrain derailed after collision with truckA train and truck have collided at Port Whangārei.07 Dec 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPierced by a speargun: Is it time to introduce a spearfishing licence?The case of a Kiwi man's speargun injury has highlighted the popular sport's risk.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan airlifted to hospital after stabbing in PaihiaThe Advocate understands the man has been airlifted to Whangārei Hospital.05 Dec 05:40 AM
New ZealandMan killed while sandboarding ignored order not to go down dunes, court hearsNorthland company on trial after Korean tourist dies at Northalnd's Te Paki sand dunes05 Dec 05:19 AM
KahuIwi leaders will meet with Kaipara Mayor - whether he wants to or notIwi leaders will meet with Kaipara mayor - whether he likes it or not05 Dec 12:15 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCraig CooperOpinion | Karakia controversy: If you don’t understand tikanga, you can’t be a politicianOPINION: A newly-elected mayor landed with a thump that echoed through the country.04 Dec 05:00 PM
PoliticsKaipara mayor unrepentant over ban on karakiaThe mayor will not change his stance on banning karakia from council meetings.02 Dec 11:44 PM
KahuRace Relations Commissioner calls for Kaipara to reconsider karakia banThe mayor is standing by his decision and says he has been 'hugely supported'.01 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuNew mayor shuts down karakia at first council huiLeader vows to run 'secular council' in clash with Māori Ward councillor30 Nov 08:21 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessOur outdated work week: Why the promise of four days is so enticingAcademics say we're working in an outdated system with aged stereotypes.29 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentNorthland extras wanted for Jason Momoa's 'epic' new TV seriesCasting agent overwhelmed by response to call for extras in 'epic' historical drama.28 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead after Dargaville crashThe person was found deceased in the vehicle when emergency services arrived.28 Nov 01:18 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow you can help someone as they fight through an eating disorderThis year wait times in Northland average about 11 days26 Nov 01:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'17 years of hell': Contractor owed $6m by council seeks to have their building soldHigh Court gives Whangārei man permission to apply to sell council buildings over debt.24 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandAre we making our boys too tough? Flipping the script on family violenceResearch shows links between family violence and the rigid rules of masculinity.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandThink your car was stolen? Think againPolice explain why your stolen car isn't deemed stolen according to law.21 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamily's day-out tragedy: Parents, baby killed in crash; 6yo son orphanedA Northland family was returning home from a birthday party when tragedy struck.20 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOnly 'patches' are left: A deep dive into the state of our scallopsThe Advocate investigates the situation we are facing and the chances things will improve.18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan arrested, $800K of stolen property seizedA 35-year-old man is facing 26 charges over the stolen property.16 Nov 01:46 AM
New ZealandCrack up: Northlander finds rare egg within an eggThe phenomenon is a result of a timing issue with egg-laying.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCourtroom erupts following different verdicts for Whangārei brothers charged with murderOne Whangārei brother guilty of murder while his brother acquitted of same charge.13 Nov 10:43 PM
New ZealandSt John Cadet training sees Northland nine-year-old save grandmother's lifeNorthland nine-year-old saves Gran's life thanks to her St John Cadet training.13 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShane Reti: Public won't like it if Three Waters legislation is rushed throughMP Shane Reti has concerns over the haste of the Three Waters legislation.13 Nov 04:00 PM
