One arrested after firearms incident in Far North
Police have arrested one male, who was In possession of a firearm.
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Brothers charged with Whangārei murder on trial in High Court
The brothers' Whangārei murder trial was disrupted due to public gallery outbursts.
Fur seal on Northland's Mangakahia Rd more than 30km from ocean home
It is the first time a seal has been seen in the area.
Whangārei Ethnic Football Festival back after Covid absence
This year, 18 teams representing different countries took part in the festival.
'It would give our local communities their voices back': Community taking control of alcohol licensing
Law changes have come just after an off-licence was denied due to community objections.
Northpower Electric Power Trust elections open with eight vying for five positions
Voting papers have already been sent out.
News in brief: Northland Lotto win; One injured in car crash
Snippets of news from around the region.
Thousands turn out for first fireworks display in three years
People were let in for free, as ticket sellers couldn't keep up.
Marine heatwave: What fish can you catch this summer?
Warmer waters this summer may lead to more tropical fish in Northland waters.
Northern Advocate Hall of Fame inductee is McKay boss Lindsay Faithfull
McKay boss Lindsay Faithfull is the 2022 Northern Advocate Hall of Fame inductee
Comment: Glue quest comes unstuck in face-to-camera encounter
Natty new surveillance camera stymies Joe Bennett's hunt for PVC glue.
Mitimiti crash claims a life
A person has died and another suffered critical injuries.
News in brief: Powerball rolls over; Road closure this weekend
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Up in smoke: The debate for pardoning cannabis convictions in NZ
Joe Biden has pardoned minor cannabis convictions in America - could that happen here?
Builder fined for streaking during Rugby World Cup quarterfinal
Security will be tightened for this weekend's semifinals following a naked pitch invasion.
Police arrest five people for commercial burglaries
A 26-year-old man is due to appear in court today.
100MW grid-connected battery, largest in the country, to be built at Ruakākā
Northland to get 100MW grid-connected battery - the largest in the country.
Bay News: Recycled fashion parade; tour guides wanted for summer
A round-up of news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Construction firm fined for Kerikeri stream pollution
Members of the public contacted Advocate with concerns about discoloured Wairoa Stream.
Northland nurse receives major award for Covid response work
Award for Northland nurse's Covid response mahi
'It was crazy': Jogger reportedly encounters wallabies in Whangārei forest
Angus Blacklaws says he saw two adult wallabies and two joeys while out in the forest.
Northland mayors support new look at contentious Three Waters push
Three Waters: Northland mayors support re-look at the plan.
Bungling thieves flip boat trailer, flee on foot
Quick-thinking neighbour and off-duty cop foil attempt to take runabout from Russell home.
Plans for private fireworks fizzle out in Far North amid ban
The temporary ban kicks in on November 2 and will last until April 30 next year.
Dargaville artist's mural wins Keep New Zealand Beautiful award
Dargaville mural wins national award for Kaipara artist.
Whangārei schoolgirl is 2022 Fred Hollows NZ Junior Ambassador
Whangārei girl who had first book published at seven is Fred Hollows NZ Junior Ambassador
Ōpua land occupiers seek wāhi tapu status to block overseas owner's housing project
Two years after setting up camp, Opua occupiers continue to protest "land grab".
Fijian in Whangārei to see daughter play in Women's Rugby World Cup
Former Fijian halfback rates Sid Going as the greatest No 9 to play the game.
News bites: Axe man misses out on world title; driver thrown from car
The latest news snippets from around the region.
Flood of beautiful paintings: Generous Northland artists donate work to Ukraine fundraiser
The artists behind a fundraising auction and exhibition for Ukraine need help.
Man who held steering wheel while driver shot at police gets home detention
The judge told the man had he been involved in an overseas police shooting, he'd be dead.
Māori housing 'beyond a crisis': Govt commits $55m to help Tai Tokerau
Iwi and hapū are getting the chance to pilot solutions they have designed for communities.