Northern Advocate73-year-old man charged with Northland murder Police said the 73-year-old would appear at Kaikohe District Court via video link today.10 Jun 12:54 AM
Northern Advocate'A lot of rain' - Severe thunderstorm watch in place for NorthlandMetService said peak rates of between 25-40mm per hour were possible.09 Jun 10:32 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: SPCA seeks cutest pets for annual calendar competitionThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Māori health trust taking urgent action on 'diabetes crisis'About 64% of patients enrolled with Ngāti Hine Health Trust in Kawakawa have diabetes.09 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSnow-like sighting creates a flurry as temperatures plummetA bitterly cold front moving north delivered temperatures of less than 4C.09 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateLeading by example: Northland farmer honoured for transformative workCoby Warmington won the 2025 Ahuwhenua Young Māori Farmer Award.09 Jun 02:29 AM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri's push to be Far North's first bilingual town gains momentumThe move to revitalise te reo Māori includes kapa haka, signage and in future, public art.09 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland farm wins national Māori farming excellence awardWhangaroa Ngaiotonga Trust is running a thriving enterprise and connecting to the land.08 Jun 09:28 PM
Northern Advocate'Another blow': Shrinkflation creeps into shoppers' basketsNorthland shoppers say the practice is spreading, but they have sympathy for businesses.08 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThousands of school meals uneaten in Northland every weekNationally, 34,878 surplus meals went uneaten for the week of March 28.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kate Donley joins Kerikeri Retirement Village boardThe latest news bites from around the region.06 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland doctor highlights pay dispute and staffing crisis in EDsDr Gary Payinda says despite the challenges, Northland patients are amazing.06 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Building community connections in sport and recreationStrong teamwork, collaboration and sustained focus help achieve the greatest impact.06 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJoe BennettOpinion: The poplar prophecy came true – 15 years later Let the firewood snobs sneer at my poplar.06 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateInvestigator reveals most likely cause of historic ship fireThe vessel, once a museum linked to Kelly Tarlton, had to be demolished for safety.06 Jun 02:18 AM
Northern Advocate'Unacceptable risk': Landmark redwood trees to be felled in KerikeriAround 300 redwood trees in Kerikeri will be removed for safety reasons.06 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKawakawa’s ambulance base part of national $4.5m push to upgrade stationsHato Hone's nationwide appeal aims to raise $4.5 million for 13 station upgrades.06 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North residents fear logging slash threatens roads amid bad weatherA Far North couple have fears logging slash will threaten roads as winter nears.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice name Gisborne woman who died in King's Birthday weekend crashThe 38-year-old died at the scene of a two-vehicle crash on May 31. 05 Jun 04:40 AM
Northern AdvocateCar allegedly stolen at knifepoint in daylight robbery, police seek public helpThe vehicle hit several parked cars as it sped from the scene, police say.04 Jun 11:10 PM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: 'We were very humbled': Rural country store wins business hero awardSettlers Way Country Store won the regional 2025 Prospa Local Business Hero Award.04 Jun 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWeather woes leave Northland with high flight cancellation rate in AprilThe first regional flight report shows Northland's cancellation rate is among the highest.04 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Recognising the strength and resilience of community The big question remains, is the Government willing to meet with Māori and work together?04 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Our first home': Tarlton family mourn loss of beloved historic vesselFiona Tarlton, daughter of adventurer Kelly Tarlton, is devastated at the loss of The Tui.04 Jun 04:31 AM
Northern AdvocateTe Oneroa-a-Tōhe Ninety Mile Beach work criticised for lack of mandateNgā Puāwaitanga o Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe seeks to restore the health and wellbeing of the beach.04 Jun 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Significant loss of history': Paihia fire devastates Kelly Tarlton's old shipThe fire began on the ship - converted into a building - near Waitangi Bridge.04 Jun 12:51 AM
Northern AdvocateOn the Up: High demand for new sports hubThe new sports hub in Waipapa has seen high demand from local clubs.04 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateResidents left in the dark after car hits power pole, driver taken to hospitalPower was restored to most homes within 30 minutes on Sunday, except for two households.03 Jun 03:35 AM
Northern AdvocateDoC vows wildlife law changes won't let developers off the hook DoC says ecological planning and protections are not affected by the Wildlife Act changes.03 Jun 02:29 AM
Northern AdvocateWorksafe investigating after person suffers critical injuries in workplace incidentA person was airlifted to Auckland City Hospital in a critical condition.03 Jun 12:58 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland in for wet and windy Wednesday as weather watches issuedMetService has issued a strong wind watch from 8am tomorrow until midnight.03 Jun 12:52 AM
Northern AdvocateTiny particles, big impact: Microplastic concerns for Northland ecosystemsMicroplastics were found at 11 Northland beaches, with Mangawhai worst affected.02 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Doctor's blunt advice adds humour to medical visitTo have someone of the medical profession lay that one on me was a bit of a surprise.02 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's rocked us all': Community mourns loss of beloved toddlerAt least 400 people gathered in Kaikohe to mourn 3-year-old Catalya.02 Jun 01:54 AM