Iconic clock museum burgled, forced to close in peak tourism season
A group of people allegedly smashed a window to gain entry to the Quayside attraction.
‘Unimaginable grief’: Heartfelt tribute for mum shot dead in park
Onerahi community on edge after broad daylight shooting in park.
‘Emotionally draining’: The burial mishap that left a family heartbroken
The family faced turmoil when told the plot was single, not double.
'He's a legend': Cyclist, 70, takes on NZ for ADHD awareness
John Evans, 70, is cycling NZ to raise funds for neurodivergent children.
Planned floating restaurant will be a walk down memory lane for many
Old Northland ferry gets glamorous makeover for new gig as a floating restaurant.
‘Biggest threat’: Northland fears Gene Technology Bill may erode GMO-free protections
Local councils want to keep decision-making powers over gene technology.
New Zealand news
Have you seen Jarridyn? Police search for missing Māngere man
He was last seen wearing a light grey hoodie, dark shorts and black sandals.
'End of an era': Popular Auckland eatery to close after 20 years
One person said they were 'heartbroken' by the announcement.
Watch: Man with metal pole tasered by police at Ōrere Point, Auckland
The video shows the standoff and the moment police took the man into custody.
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90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza in Far North hooks 1200 fishers
$200k of prizes up for grabs at annual 90 Mile Beach event in March.
‘If I hadn’t swerved, I would be dead’: Quick thinking saves man in horror crash
At first, police didn't believe Jaden Packer was the driver because he was walking.
Turtles strand more in Northland than anywhere else in NZ, says DoC
Ten of 19 turtles stranded in Far North survive to be released back into ocean
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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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‘Unimaginable grief’: Heartfelt tribute for mum shot dead in park
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'I used to dream of this moment': Toa Henderson's Golden Shears triumph
Results from the 23rd Golden Shears International Shearing and Woolhandling Championships.
Mum’s heartbreak over baby’s suffering, alleges healthcare ignored concerns
Kruger shared her daughter's suffering to highlight cultural issues in healthcare.
Waipoua River fire contained, families to return home tonight
The Waipoua River fire in Northland is fully contained at 91ha.
The daring cliffside rescue that saved a tiny kiwi’s life
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‘Disheartening to hear’: Caulerpa spreads to major tourist hotspot
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‘Land of weed’: Man thought he was paying $45k for a job and visa ... now he’s behind bars
The Vietnamese man ended up in a cannabis growing op that used $300 of stolen power a day.
Protesters gather outside court to support Northland’s most well-known green fairy
He denied the charges of cultivating and dealing cannabis as supporters protested outside.
Fisherman tells of his shock after bizarre dolphin encounter
“A 400kg dolphin falling out of the sky is going to leave more than just a bruise ... "
Iconic clock museum burgled, forced to close in peak tourism season
A group of people allegedly smashed a window to gain entry to the Quayside attraction.
Rural news
T&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net loss
Apples, the 'engine room for growth' of T&G Global, is gaining momentum.
Southland farmer's edible bale wrap nets global interest
'No one else is doing it. No one else in the world. Just little old Grant from Orepuki.'
'I used to dream of this moment': Toa Henderson's Golden Shears triumph
Results from the 23rd Golden Shears International Shearing and Woolhandling Championships.
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Run-down deceased estate sells for $482,000 after 11-way bidding war
Auction fight ended in a head-to-head clash between two property traders.
Aucklanders selling NZ’s remotest hotel - it’s the ‘closest thing to the Wild West’
Pub is in a tiny village that's also a republic.
Where Kiwi women are buying homes - and why Queenstown isn’t on the list
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Toyota says ICE and performance cars are here to stay
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Nissan GT-R R35 bows out after 18 years: what’s next?
After 18 years in production, Nissan has stopped taking orders for the iconic R35 GT-R.
Kia reveals more details about upcoming EVs
Kia has dropped more details about the EV4 and PV5 at its 2025 EV day.
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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
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A woman is in Northland as part of her attempt to set a world sailing record.
Future energy, tourism lead Northland’s economic development plan
Opportunity sectors are energy, tourism, primary manufacturing and marine manufacturing.
Exclusive: Mangawhai woman says she was sucked into tornado’s vortex
Tina Johnson was lifted into the tornado with her mattress.
‘Tragic’: Police continue to investigate fatal Onerahi shooting
A man remains in a serious condition in hospital as police investigate woman's death.
Tahi’s transformation: From barren farmland to rich biodiversity hub
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Joe Bennett: My apples are worth every battle with nature
For the apple is the fundamental fruit, the fruit that’s in the supermarket all year round
Opinion: Navigating accessibility challenges on family trip to Fiji
Travels always have their hiccups and curve balls.
Tutus on Tour coming to Northland: Dancers share what life on the road is like
Ballet lovers are in for a treat.
Fishermen floored as 300kg dolphin leaps into boat
The bizarre wildlife encounter knocked one of the boaties over and left him bruised.
'Agonising pain': Murder victim's family describe their loss as killer is jailed
Bob Kleiman’s body was found in a Whangārei home in 2022. Now his killer has been jailed.
Students claim man tried to get them into his vehicle
Police and school staff are warning students not to accept rides from stranger