New ZealandAnother heavy ran watch for Northland as Brynderwyns remain closed for long weekendHighway over Northaldn's Brynderwyn Hills will stay01 Feb 11:17 PM
New ZealandSpeeding boaties and lack of lifejackets still a problem in NorthlandRegional harbourmaster on continuous flouting of bylaws by boaties.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Ecstatic' volunteers at the Quarry Gardens as it reaches five starsWhangārei Quarry Gardens one step away from achieving the highest star rating24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland teacher's registration cancelled for child sex abuse images convictionThe Teaching Council of New Zealand says its priority is to protect children.17 Jan 01:27 AM
New ZealandOne critical after crash on SH1 south of WhangāreiDelays on SH1 south of Whangārei after serious crash.03 Jan 09:43 PM
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 ZealandFloodwaters submerge sleeping tourists' carNorthland storm sees dramatic rescue as floodwaters swamp cars at reserve11 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBeach wheelchair helps woman swim in the sea for first time in 20 yearsUntil a trip to Waipū Cove, Latifa Daud had forgotten what it was like to swim in the surf08 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack FernsAround 17,000 turn out in Whangārei for World Cup matchesThere was a huge turnout for the Black Ferns and other games on the weekend in Whangārei.23 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelReady to book your summer holiday? We've got all you need to knowA travel guide to your summer holiday.07 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan found dead in waterfall named by devastated familyThe family say their loved one was tragically killed in a hit and run over the weekend.05 Sep 06:57 PM
Crime$17m Lotto winner alleges woman spent $2.8m on properties for herselfMark Lipsham gave Kim Helmbright nearly $3m within two months of meeting her05 Jul 07:22 AM
PremiumPremiumEducation'We are basically in a crisis': Northland's ECE centre director on the Teaching Council fee and levy changesNorthland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warnsThere are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.27 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig rise in e-scooter ACC claims in Whangārei since Beam trial started53 new ACC claims in six months of Whangārei e-scooter trial - a four-fold rise.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Reti: Dental exam wait climbs for kids across the countryUp to two thirds of kids in some DHBs are waiting for dental appointments.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandElderly man found unconscious in Whangārei Marina watersNorthland Police are investigating a water-related incident in Whangārei.23 Jun 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuRenowned Māori astrologer Rereata Makiha reveals best spots to see MatarikiNorthlanders gearing up to see the Matariki star cluster may have to adjust their sights.23 Jun 05:00 PM
Crime'Pull your head in': Judge to woman who breached home detentionWoman who twice breached home detention pleads with judge to let her stay on the sentence22 Jun 07:00 AM
EducationGraduating teachers carry region's hopesTai Tokerau's education graduates share their learning experiences21 Jun 06:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe council introducing mandatory snip 'n' chip rule for pet catsThe change has received praise from the country's oldest and largest animal welfare group.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland's 'tooth fairy' continues long wait for court hearingFive days of court time needed for Northland's "tooth fairy" case involving 20 witnesses21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne person dead and another moderately hurt in Taipa crashDetails are scarce but the Advocate understands two utes were involved in a crash in Taipa21 Jun 04:58 AM
CrimeMan facing fine for carving up native kauri and tawaNorthlander found guilty of illegally milling native kauri and tawa.21 Jun 02:15 AM
EducationEducation leader lauds Government strategy targeting 'disappearing students'The strategy aims to return vanishing students to classrooms around the country.20 Jun 05:00 PM
Crime'At some point' teen intended to meet girl for sex: JudgeMan instigated sexually explicit exchange of messages with 12-year-old Facebook friend.20 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandPopular judge will preside for another two years before fully retiringNorthland's Judge John McDonald will preside for another two years before fully retiring19 Jun 09:35 PM
EntertainmentKiwi cast named for Ninety-Mile Beach drug bust seriesThe stars of the six-part drama series filmed in Ahipara are officially revealed.18 Jun 02:56 PM
CrimeOtaika liquor store ram raid latest of manyThe shop is not the first in Otaika to be ram raided.16 Jun 06:00 PM
Black FernsInspiring the next generation - Black Ferns give Whangārei a taster ahead of gamesThe Black Ferns strapped their boots on for an open training at Pohe Island.16 Jun 05:00 PM
Education'If the wages were liveable, I wouldn't leave' NorthTec nursing graduate moves to AustraliaNorthTec holds four graduation ceremonies over two days to celebrate two graduate cohorts.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHistoric child sex abuse crimes put former drug kingpin back in jailThe court was told the girls were about 8 and 11 when the abuse occurred.16 Jun 05:12 AM
CrimeJudge says concern for children in drink-driver's car no licence for dangerous attackResident angered by drink-driver's antics claimed he acted in self-defence.16 Jun 01:57 AM
New ZealandLiquorland Otaika targeted in overnight ram raidLiquorland Otaika is the latest business to be targeted by ram raiders.15 Jun 10:23 PM
