Northern AdvocateBream Bay sand mining protestAround 1500 people said "say no" to the fast-track project by McCallum Bros to mine sand from Bream Bay over 35 years. Video / Nigel YellowleesWatch27 Jan 10:34 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wantedNews snippets from the Far North.27 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThermal curtains for Far North homes from $70k energy wellness fundFar North Energy Wellness Fund putting thermal curtains into homes to make them warmer.27 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: A dog walk on the wild side OPINION: There are nice folk and then there are these people.27 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTornado’s trail of destruction leaves 35 Mangawhai buildings damaged, 200 homes still without powerThe Mangawhai tornado seriously injured two people were and damaged 35 homes.27 Jan 03:17 AM
Northern AdvocateMangawhai tornado: Family say it was a ‘miracle’ injured woman survivedThe woman has had surgery on her broken arm and cuts, with more to come.26 Jan 11:34 PM
Northern Advocate‘Bring your own jars’: Retirees abuzz with bumper honey harvestHow a Kerikeri retirement village harvested 80kg of honey from two hives.26 Jan 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTrust providing support for disabled robbed of more than $2000Money raised for the Special Olympics was taken.26 Jan 10:22 PM
Northern AdvocateVeteran firefighter says Mangawhai tornado worst he’s seenMangawhai residents are rallying to help one another after the tornado.26 Jan 05:00 PM
OpinionFuture-proofing our roads: The strategy behind timely resealsSummer is the optimal time for roadwork due weather conditions.26 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Like a turbine’: Mangawhai couple sheltered in wardrobe as tornado hitA cordon is in place, and people told to treat downed power lines as live.26 Jan 07:10 AM
Northern Advocate'It was so intense': Woman's 'deja vu' during second terrifying tornadoA woman living in Hobsonville during a 2012 tornado said the experience was like deja vu.25 Jan 11:33 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman asleep in bed sucked out of home, thrown by force of Mangawhai tornadoEmergency crews are responding to Mangawhai after tornado-like winds hit the area.25 Jan 09:18 PM
Northern AdvocateThe 122km/h gust: Why last night’s extreme weather hit Mangawhai so hardA forecaster explains what made the storm so powerful, as the weather action shifts south.25 Jan 09:11 PM
Northern Advocate'I will never see him again': Mum's grief after son killed in hit-and-runDamon Clark died while visiting a waterfall. The man who hit him has now been sentenced.25 Jan 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMooring piracy rampant during windy summer – HarbourmasterMooring piracy has been an issue for boaties in Northland this summer.25 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFast-track legislation stirs up opponents of Northland sand mining planAllowing a firm to apply for fast-tracked consent to mine sand has galvanised opposition.25 Jan 02:52 AM
Northern Advocate‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.24 Jan 09:49 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Rates rise as councils prioritise poetic pursuitsThe council hired a poet, adding his work to the latest rates demand.24 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRoad to justice: High-profile trials set for 2025 at Whangārei courtsThree high-profile murder trials set for 2025 in Whangārei, starting with Perkinson case.24 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateParadise shelduck maimed with a blow dartA paradise shelduck recovering from injuries received by a blow dart. Video / DoCWatch24 Jan 04:59 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland farmers see golden tourism opportunityThe Northland farming couple turning fields into gold24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateShootings, fires, and more: Alarming rise in cruel acts against protected birdsNineteen incidents were recorded nationwide in the past three months.24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRead the winning entries from NZSA Northland’s open short story competition Annual writing contest attracted 47 entries this year.24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCracking success for Northland peanut trialsThe three-year trial means Northland is one step closer to establishing an industry.24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s a tribute to her’ Mum turns grief into thriving beauty business after losing her daughterKaikohe mum Kelli-Asta Baker created a beauty-focused business in memory of her daughter.24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice make Whangārei robberies arrest after spotting suspect vehiclePolice have arrested a 16-year-old on suspicion of involvement in two robberies.24 Jan 02:20 AM
Northern Advocate‘It’s pretty s***ty’: Warriors star calls for return of stolen bootsThe items were meant to help raise funds for a Labour Weekend tournament.24 Jan 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCelebrate Northland talent with fun, music and markets this weekendDon't be stuck for something to do this long weekend, there are activities for everyone.23 Jan 11:30 PM
Northern Advocate‘We’re not out of the woods yet’: Rain brings limited relief as Northland continues to dry outReport says the region is classified as very dry.23 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCouple assaulted while getting petrol by Head Hunter miffed at friendly nodThe man was king hit and then repeatedly punched and kicked as he lay on the ground.23 Jan 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSeymour defies his hapū‘s advice not to attend Waitangi 2025Ngāti Rēhia advised Seymour not to attend this year's commemorations at Waitangi.23 Jan 03:41 AM
Northern AdvocateOverseas surfer selling former police station hidden in the middle of the bushCop shop was turned into a three-bedroom home after being shifted from Kaitaia to Houhora.23 Jan 03:22 AM
Northern AdvocateHokianga club of James Fisher-Harris wants his stolen boots and other taonga back"To take what he gave us is like taking from him."23 Jan 12:36 AM
