Turning the page on a history-making year
Locals and holidaymakers in Waipū tell us how 2020 shaped their new year outlook.
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Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular 2020
This year's supreme winner was dedicated to a deceased friend who loved the Pink Panther.
Northlander Cody Kelly top marine industry apprentice in NZ
Cody Kelly has worked for Bluefix Boatworks, in Opua, since he was 17.
Solo dad, 8 kids lose everything in house fire
It's the worst way to start 2021 for Kawakawa's Tui Strachan and his family.
Northland Rugby Union and NorthTec providing opportunities for rugby community
NorthTec and the Northland Rugby Union creating educational opportunities.
Firefighters work to dampen Ahipara scrub fire hotspots
All evacuees have been allowed to go home but some streets remain closed to non-residents.
Katie Murray now a Member of the NZ Order of Merit
Far North woman Katie Murray now a Member of the NZ Order of Merit
New Year Honours: Shipley stresses volunteer importance as basketball booms
Shipley, born in Christchurch, discovered basketball as a skinny, five foot one student.
New Year Honours: Community stalwart emphasises team work ahead of self
Services to firefighting and community recognised with a QSM for well-known Kaiwaka man.
254.7kg blue marlin signals bumper fishing season
Beauchamp said rising water temperatures pointed to a possible great fishing season ahead.
New Year Honours: Childhood ambition led to lifetime protecting Kaikohe community
The 82-year-old has sworn his life to protecting locals.
Lives at risk from Ahipara blazes, fire boss says
Some evacuees are still waiting to be allowed home.
Police ask Whangārei drivers to avoid Port after rolled icecream truck blocks lanes
"The noise made me look. Holy hell, I thought ... it's sliding towards me": Witness.
Ticketing scam: Woman sentenced, refuses to name ringleader
Woman sentenced for her vital role in the scheme, despite refusing to name ringleader.
Judge Keith de Ridder farewelled after last sitting in Kaitaia
Last day sitting in Kaitaia District Court for Judge Keith de Ridder.
What will Northland's New Year's weather be?
Northland's emergency services are pleading with people to stay safe this New Year's.
Total fire ban in place as massive wildfire tears through hills above Ahipara
From 8am today any sign of smoke is from an illegal fire, Northland fire boss warns.
Family calls for harsher drink-drive penalties to stop lifetimes of grief for others
Northland drink-driving: Family calls for stricter laws despite drop in repeat offenders
Warnings about fire danger after lawnmower sparks wildfire
Northlanders warned about fire danger after lawnmower sparks a Waipū wildfire
Home bakers can turn passion into career with new baking course
A shortage of bakers means many businesses have had to order in pre-made products.
Council to tap legal powers for pipeline
FNDC may use compulsory acquisition to access land needed for a waterpipe
Lowered tunnel and new bridges among works done
Container freight could be transported from Whangārei by rail once line re-opens.
Fire destroys luxury boat in minutes in the Bay of Islands
An intense inferno melted a luxury launch into the sea at the Bay of Islands.
Adrenaline junkie dolphins need 'rehab' after numbers dwindle
Bottlenose dolphin numbers in the Bay of Islands has dropped from 278 in 1999 to 26 today.
More than 100 turn up for lunch
Xmas lunch for needy families at Whangārei Salvation Army's new building.
Northland mayors' festive messages
Northland mayors: Celebrate, we've made it through 2020.
News snippets from Northland
A public hearing will be held for satellite station plan; and Ngunguru Gala is coming up.
Parts of Kaipara and Far North districts ban water sprinklers
Level 2 water restrictions are in force in parts of Kaipara and the Far North districts.
Fish smoker caused fire that destroyed house before Christmas
A Moerewa couple have lost "everything" in a fire that destroyed part of their house.
$500 donation to Far North foodbank welcomed
A substantial donation to the foodbank has been made just in time for the festive season.
Thank you Northland: Campaign goal smashed thanks to generous readers
The Northern Advocate's Hidden Homeless campaign has been an overwhelming success.
Motorcycle sales boom in Northland
However, Covid-19's impact on travel has also negatively impacted the industry.
Northland pokie spend doubles after venues reopen
Latest gambling stats are out and Northlanders have sunk $10.4m in pokie machines.
'Bidet in a bottle': Northlander takes on 'fatbergs' in our pipes
Journalist turned entrepreneur may have solution to $16 million wet wipe problem.