'I’ve caught a whale': Fisherman shares 'absolutely unreal' encounter
Northlander Steven King's encounter wasn't the first time he's caught a whale.
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Sneak preview of high-end accommodation Northland has on offer
The Advocate takes you inside some of the most plush stays around Northland.
Is summer taking a rain check in Northland?
The rain is continuing to disrupt events and camping trips.
Joe Bennett: How the sound of whistling has become the sound of tumbleweeds
Opinion: There was a time when remote villages used whistling as a language.
News briefs from Northland: Widespread alcohol bans, and get a free haircut for the kids
News snippets from Northland
Cancer patient fears beloved companion cat stolen - offers reward for return
Tim and Jane Scripps bought Lenghi into their lives as comfort during Tim's cancer battle.
Summer fun: Two free family events on Paihia beach
The beach dig will be held on Jan 14 followed by the popular sandcastle comp on Jan 28.
Spectacle of sail set to return to Russell
The annual tall ships race is one of the Bay’s top sailing and social events.
News in brief: Funding boost for Bay of Islands Sailing Week
The latest news from around the region.
Campers hunker down as wind and rain hammers Northland
Some campgrounds have emptied out; at others stoic campers are determined to stay put.
Wild weather causes chaos including two deaths as ute hits downed tree
Tragedy on Kaitaia-Awaroa Rd takes two members of one family.
Tragic start to 2023 as two die in Northland crash
Vehicle hitting tree claims two lives in Ahipara, Far North
Full investigation into Code of Conduct complaint against Whangārei District Councillor Jayne Golightly
A complaint was laid by a member of the public.
Mum's whānau seek donations for terminally ill lifelong volunteer
Lisa Richards is known for Love Soup, brekkies and lunches in Northland schools and more.
Sweet squash first crop planted at Kaipara irrigation demo site
Squash is first crop at Kaipara Water irrigation demonstration site
‘They’re driving out in droves’: Campground exodus ahead of storm as Civil Defence urges caution
It was looking like the best summer in three years - until this week.
2022 in review: Top sports pics from Advocate photographer Tania Whyte
Favourite sporting pics by Advocate photographer Tania Whyte from 2022
Hamless, cashless, presentless and undieless Christmas for Kevin Page
Columnist Kevin Page had a hamless, cashless, presentless and undieless Christmas.
Birds of a feather: Hundreds of colourful birds to view at The Parrot Place in Northland
Vanessa Barratt takes the Northern Advocate through The Parrott Place in Kerikeri.
What's it like to...work with big cats: Meet Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary's 19yo primary keeper
Most people are amazed and shocked when they learn what Georgia Stone does for a job.
Photos: Plenty of entertainment at Matapouri Gala Day
Plenty of fun for all at Matapouri Gala Day.
Northland news in brief: Heavy rain and wind on the way; and Covid response recognition
News snippets from Northland.
Bay of Islands swimmers take the plunge for first sunrise of 2023
The Bay of Islands Ocean Swimmers have taken the plunge at dawn on January 1 since 2006.
New tech captures historic Tōtara North shipyard
A historic kauri mill is too risky to enter so drones have recorded it for posterity.
Photos: Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular 2022
Once a year holidaymakers at a Northland beach celebrate their love of the humble tractor.
'Don't make resolutions': Seniors share their top tips for a cracking New Year
From what to ditch to what you should focus on, these seniors know it all.
Northland businesses expanding, despite looming recession
Planing ahead, buying smarter and keeping prices down key to thriving through a downturn.
Mangawhai health worker recognised for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder leadership
Chris Rogan made officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM)
Joe Bennett's new bin means more accurate projectile throwing
A square bin means more success.
‘Rugby has been my life’: Kaikohe sporting legend Cheryl Smith honoured
Former world-beating Black Fern now tasked with growing the women's game in Northland.
Working with others the key to Kerikeri scientist’s top honour
Researcher Bruce Campbell saved NZ’s kiwifruit industry from the brink of disaster.
How to beat the financial blues in 2023
Rising prices, mortgage rates and unemployment expected to put squeeze on Northlanders.
News briefs from Northland: Popular track open again; and stolen mail found
News snippets from Northland
2022 in review: Some of the Advocate photographers' favourite sporting shots of the year
2022 in review: Michael Cunningham shares his favourite sporting shots of the year