Northern Advocate'Threat multiplier': What is fuelling ex-tropical Cyclone Tam?Maritime NZ says some of the winds forecast are the strongest since 2017.16 Apr 05:00 PM
Opinion John Williamson: The evolving meaning of 'smart casual', what is it exactly?Turns out that it is almost anything you want it to be.16 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Popular festival returns with top craft beers and live entertainmentThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.16 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePower outages and flight disruptions for Northland during wild weatherAt some points throughout Wednesday more than 1740 customers were without power. 16 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'You're gonna kill him': Man beaten by teen after failing to return borrowed carThe teen attacked him with a hammer, continuing even after the victim was unconscious.16 Apr 06:00 AM
LiveNorthern Advocate'Strongest since 2017': New Tropical Cyclone Tam warning for strong winds, giant swellsTam is moving at 35km/h south towards New Zealand. 16 Apr 04:44 AM
Northern AdvocatePower outages, 100km/h winds as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam approachesThe cyclone is expected to be downgraded to a storm as it tracks west of Cape Rēinga. 16 Apr 03:48 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice name man found dead in vehicle near Kawakawa service stationPolice discovered McKenzie's body in a vehicle at Kawakawa on Sunday. 16 Apr 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate90m litres of groundwater allegedly illegally discharged into Far North wetlandCouncil and contractor charged with 90 million litre discharge into Far North wetland16 Apr 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Is this real?': Two Instant Kiwi millionaires crowned 17 min apartHusband kept scratchie win secret from wife for two days over fear they hadn't really won.15 Apr 09:51 PM
Northern AdvocateOne dead in machinery incident in WhangāreiWorkSafe has been notified, and inquiries into the incident are ongoing.15 Apr 07:10 PM
Northern AdvocateHeavy rain, 100km/h winds: Severe storm approaching NZ upgraded to Tropical Cyclone Tam'It will bring significant weather to the upper North Island late Wednesday to Thursday.'15 Apr 07:35 AM
Northern Advocate'Huge inconvenience': Man's stolen prosthetic delays recoveryRussell Blank’s prosthetic leg was stolen from his letterbox in Whangaroa.15 Apr 04:40 AM
Northern AdvocateMan appears in court on Kawakawa murder charge Police say the man's body was found in a vehicle at a carpark in Kawakawa on Sunday.15 Apr 12:35 AM
Northern AdvocateWeather warning: Heavy rain, strong winds set to hit NorthlandHeavy rain is expected from 3am Wednesday to 8pm Thursday in Northland.14 Apr 11:20 PM
Northern AdvocateCrime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister saysThe Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.14 Apr 07:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news briefs - blockages close dump station, fundraiser's $6k and new play areaNews snippets from the Far North.14 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePHOTOS: Kaitāia Primary School celebrates 150 years Kaitāia Primary marks 150th birthday with week-long celebration14 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePrestigious Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award has five Northland finalistsFive Northlanders among 41 finalists in Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award14 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara council's demise feared amid water reformsKaipara mayor fears council's end under new water reform plans.14 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Hospital gowns, undies and a thwarted car thief OPINION: I scared off a car thief while standing on crutches in my new undies.14 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Mission critical': Business leaders push for inclusion as NZ demographics evolveMore than 80 business leaders met at Waitangi to discuss workplace inclusion.14 Apr 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateIcy plunge: Temperatures to drop 10C as snow hits southA cold, punchy southerly is set to bring a cold snap over much of the country. 14 Apr 03:11 AM
Northern Advocate'In the firing line': Northland braces for severe gales and heavy rainHeavy rain and easterly gales are expected for the upper North Island this week.14 Apr 02:32 AM
Northern AdvocateFood Hub part of network feeding 500,000 a month, but more support neededNorthland Food Hub reports an upsurge of low-income families needing food to survive.14 Apr 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHomicide investigation launched after man's body found in vehiclePolice believe the man was the victim of a violent assault.13 Apr 08:28 PM
Northern Advocate‘Wrongheaded and reckless': Lawyer tried to act as her own secret witnessLynette O'Boyle's secret witness turned out to be herself. 13 Apr 08:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGrandmother's relentless mission to help Kaikohe children succeedRachel Velden, 87, volunteers at Kaikohe West School, aiding struggling kids.13 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHoliday washout: Subtropical low set to batter NZ with heavy rain, severe galesHeavy rain is expected in Northland, Auckland, and Coromandel on Wednesday.13 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Growing fast': Green light for project set to unlock 3000 homes, supermarketThe project aims to unlock land for up to 3000 homes and a new supermarket in Whangārei.13 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionVince Cocurullo: Have your say on key Whangārei initiativesOPINION: Consultations close May 2; details on the council's Have Your Say page.13 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCarnival has town basin pulsing with creativity during month of ArtBeat eventsThe events aim to get locals involved in arts, heritage and culture in Whangārei.13 Apr 01:07 AM
Northern AdvocateMan found dead in vehicle at Kawakawa carpark, police investigatingPolice say they were alerted around 7.45am this morning.13 Apr 12:32 AM
Northern AdvocateMum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatmentParata studied during chemotherapy, often logging in from Auckland Hospital.12 Apr 07:00 PM
