‘Worst to come’: Largest weather system of the year to bring a month’s worth of rain
Orange heavy rain warnings have been issued for large swathes of the country.
‘Transformative’: $41.5m loan expected to help future-proof water supply
$17.5m will be used for a 22km pipeline linking Dargaville to the Te Waihekeora Reservoir.
Drone survey reveals massive sand loss from Mangawhai sandspit
The sand loss is equivalent to 26,000 truckloads over six years.
‘Completely thrilled’: Shelter dogs adopted by loving families
Betty was adopted by a couple who saw her photo in the Northern Advocate.
'A real sweet dog': The guardian breed protecting farmers' stock
Maremmas are a large Italian breed used to guard livestock from predators including wolves
Northland to boast second-highest structures in NZ as wind farm takes flight
Northland's wind farm will have 12 turbines, each 206m tall.
New Zealand news
‘Disconcerting, unnerving’: Anger at German backpacker’s alleged gang rapists getting bail
Victim allegedly bundled into a van by three men on Auckland's K Rd on New Year's Day.
How a midlife volunteer found purpose in Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence
'I thought maybe I could get involved ... maybe I could be of some use.'
Audrey Young: ‘Offensive and damaging’ – Swarbrick feels the heat
OPINION: Criticism is coming from all sides over the Benjamin Doyle controversy.
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Water-saving efforts: Dargaville adapts to severe drought measures
Dargaville's water use dropped by 166,000 litres a day under level-four restrictions.
‘At our age, it’s magic’: Northland nurses reunite after 60 years
Some of them were 17 when they started and hadn't seen each other for 60 years.
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Cruise ship Regatta docks at North Port, Marsden Point Whangarei
Cruise ship Regatta docks at North Port, Marsden Point Whangarei. Video / The Northern Advocate
Operation Flotation
Northlander Pat Millar took it upon herself to put flotation devices at beaches nationwide after Wairongoa ‘Magoo’ Renata drowned at a Far North beach Video / Michael Cunningham
Friday’s weigh in for Wahine Toa II
The double female world boxing bout event being held in Whangārei on Saturday night, December 2. Video / Northern Advocate
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Opinion: Family triumphs make for an eventful week
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Olivado liquidation: Seeka boss explains why they bought the company
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Opinion: Why do spiders trigger fear despite being harmless?
Morning webs on the ranchslider often lead to frantic face-wiping.
Bay News: Canadian star visits; Community rallies for rescued kiwi
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi
Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report
Far North news in brief - Mini Pork Pie run, landowners hui and daylight saving ends
News snippets from the Far North
Photos: Plenty of fun at Far North’s Paparore School Gala Day
Hundreds turn up in glorious sun for the biggest gala day to date.
‘Smarter investment’: $977m regional deal to bolster Northland economy
Northland's regional deal could boost GDP by $977m and create 6000 jobs.
Opinion: Bright stars shining on our transport future
'The Ocean Flyer presentation was fascinating.'
Bay News: High school students planning trip to Spain; Sandbar cricket returns
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
WorkSafe opens investigation after man dies in rural Northland
Police say they were notified around 2pm on Friday, March 28.
‘Worst to come’: Largest weather system of the year to bring a month’s worth of rain
Orange heavy rain warnings have been issued for large swathes of the country.
Weather system sparks orange heavy rain warning for Northland
Between 150-200mm of rain is expected to fall from this morning until Friday afternoon.
Northland set to lose $70m tomato project to Waikato
Glasshouse will relocate to Waikato for a new CO2 supply after Marsden Point closure.
Far North and Kaipara water projects get more Government funding to expand
The Waitangi River and Kaipara water resilience projects get a further $41m.
Rural news
‘Worst to come’: Largest weather system of the year to bring a month’s worth of rain
Orange heavy rain warnings have been issued for large swathes of the country.
Gisborne beef and sheep station sells for $8.23m
Rimunui Station sale 'reflects rebound in confidence' across rural property market.
Northland set to lose $70m tomato project to Waikato
Glasshouse will relocate to Waikato for a new CO2 supply after Marsden Point closure.
OneRoof property news
Rags to Riches agent selling her landmark country retreat
Heather Walton and her husband Mark Bycroft put their "dream" property on the market.
$660,000 house sale fulfills farmer’s dying wish to help struggling students
Thomas Fleming wanted to set up a nursing scholarship in his favourite aunt's name.
‘$2m’ discount - Auckland home snapped up after vendors slash the auction reserve
CV of $4m-plus had put off buyers.
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Want to own a piece of Senna's V10? Now you can.
Honda's racing arm is selling off part of its historic motorsport collection.
It's alive: the return of the Hemi V8
Is the all-new Charger getting a Hemi V8 after all? It's looking increasing likely.
Insurance buying tips: ensuring you get the right cover
Choosing car insurance can be overwhelming, so here's what to look out for.
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Consistency pays off for Whangārei Silver Ferns star representing NZ in World Cup
Gordon was blown away to get the call saying she’d made the squad.
'They are just boys that want to cook ' High school turns out top chef men
"It's definitely a sign of the times that things are changing."
Wedding day chopper crash survivor: 'I knew my back was broken, there was screaming'
Rachel Jordan always knew something bad would happen when she was about 40
More Northland news
Youngsters openly smoking meth prompt Ngāpuhi to seek urgent action
Ngāpuhi are calling for the Government to address meth, social and poverty crises.
Dua Lipa in NZ: Inside star’s whirlwind trip to ‘the edge of the world’
The Grammy winning singer is joined by her parents and brother.
Northland braces for heavy rain amid unseasonal heat
MetService says warm temperatures overnight indicate rain is on its way.
Kerikeri’s Community Family Service shuts down
Far North budgeting service lacks funds to keep helping hundreds of families
News in brief: Police launch six-week crackdown on speeding drivers
The latest news bites from around the region.
‘Scammers don’t sleep’: FMA under fire for delayed scam alert after retiree loses $1m
The FMA took 47 days to issue a scam warning, during which a retiree lost $1m.