Northern AdvocateKaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Centre hailed a success after first six monthsAround 9000 a month using Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Centre.22 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateStaff member assaulted during petrol station robbery in WhangāreiPolice are seeking sightings of a white Toyota Aqua and a silver Nissan Bluebird.22 Jan 12:26 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice speak to family of young baby with head injuriesThe child has made a recovery and has been discharged from hospital.21 Jan 06:27 AM
Northern Advocate'He knew I was scared': Man allegedly raped teen after locking her in carTairone Walker denies being with the girl, saying he instead spent the night at home.21 Jan 05:36 AM
Northern AdvocateLive weather updates: Motorists urged to take care amid wild weatherThe heavy rain warning for Northland is expected to finish by 2pm.21 Jan 12:10 AM
Northern AdvocateStorm hits: Power cuts, road closures as rivers rise in NorthlandSevere weather watches and warnings are in force.20 Jan 08:22 PM
Northern AdvocateOne dead in Kaipara crashThe highway was closed for several hours as emergency services attended the scene.20 Jan 05:53 PM
Northern AdvocateAttacked by wild dogs: Ultrarunner's record NZ journey disrupted in Far NorthKarel Sabbe was attacked by wild dogs on his fourth day on the trail.20 Jan 05:26 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - conserve water call, snorkel course, and reserve closedNews snippets from the Far North.20 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North councillor and waka ama champ leads Northland challengeDistrict councillor Hilda Halkyard-Harawira leads Northland's waka ama champs assault.20 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North’s huge ‘historic’ privet tree faces the chopPrivet is noxious pest, but NZ's oldest example is in the Far North.20 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei MyLotto player wins $1mThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Missing pages dilemma – the quest for a satisfying book endingOPINION: Despite setbacks, Mrs P refuses to buy a new copy, sticking to her principles.20 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWorld-champ kiteboarder saves swimmer struggling in estuaryThe young man got lucky when Marc Jacobs spotted him struggling to keep afloat.20 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateShane Reti says health portfolio in good shape for Simeon BrownWhile he has lost health, Reti says he is still representing Whangārei at the top table.20 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBlack Power member jailed after birthday celebration erupted into pub brawlFour people were injured at The Butter Factory in Whangārei last year.20 Jan 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSerious crash closes State Highway 14 in KaiparaPolice said the highway will be closed for several hours while they investigate.20 Jan 06:26 AM
Northern Advocate‘Extreme care’: Thunderstorms, downpours bear down on Nth Island, wind warnings for harbour bridge Civil Defence has warned people to keep watch on the incoming storm due from 3pm today.20 Jan 04:51 AM
Northern AdvocateKawakawa residents without water face long wait for its returnWater is being provided free of charge to residents from four tankers.20 Jan 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateBeloved mum’s death not suspicious, police sayThe woman was found unresponsive at a Moody Ave property on Saturday afternoon.20 Jan 02:11 AM
Northern AdvocateKiwi dies of dehydration amid Northland’s dry conditions, rain offers reliefRanger Bevan Morgan found the kiwi unconscious on January 11.20 Jan 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North businesses rejoice after reopening of SH1 after two yearsMangamuka Gorge reopening delights Far North businesses as visitors pour in.20 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateAvocado supplier in liquidation takes oil company to courtOil company with colourful past set for court as liquidator cites tough times for growers.19 Jan 11:15 PM
Northern Advocate'Queen Elizabeth did the dishes' – $10m island estate that hosted royalty hits marketThe eco 'paradise' is also a hit with kiwi.19 Jan 11:12 PM
Northern Advocate19hr deluge: Thunderstorms, gales prompt warnings Civil Defence has warned people to keep watch on the incoming storm due from 3pm today.19 Jan 10:41 PM
Northern AdvocateBatten down the hatches: Heavy rain warning issued for NorthlandSummer's on the back-burner as a rainmaker arrives.19 Jan 09:52 PM
Northern AdvocateThe unexplained disappearance of mail from Hokianga's postal systemMail going missing include a handmade bag, a heartfelt letter and cards to grandchildren.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Too long’: Liquor licence woes halt supermarket plan in NorthlandThe tenants of a proposed supermarket backed out after objections to the liquor licence.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winnerThe results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Grow it to the moon’: Northland vege mince expands with new partnershipThe makers of Vince hope to bring convenient veges from Northland to the world.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHeavy rain watches issued for upper North Island, gales to batter Auckland and Northland'Thunderstorms and localised downpours are possible, especially from Monday evening.'19 Jan 06:48 AM
Northern AdvocateWhat does a hot, dry summer mean for kiwi?Northland's had a hot, dry summer - what does that mean for kiwi?19 Jan 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘God bless beautiful you’: Friend’s heartfelt tribute after Northland mum’s ‘unexplained’ death'I hope your children will be surrounded by ur loved ones [sic]', a friend wrote online.18 Jan 08:31 PM
Northern Advocate‘Queen did the dishes in my house’ - $10m island estate that hosted royalty hits marketEco "paradise" is also a hit with kiwis.18 Jan 05:00 PM
