Northern Advocate18-year-old arrested after LSD, cannabis found in vehicleThe 18-year-old man was due to appear in Kaikohe District Court today.07 Apr 01:44 AM
Northern AdvocatePerson arrested in Mata, south of Whangārei, after disputePolice were called to the address at 7.42am, and inquiries were ongoing this morning.06 Apr 09:52 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Film featuring late Eddie Hemara wins at Māoriland Film FestivalThe latest news bites from around the region.06 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice Minister and Ngāpuhi to meet over solving meth crisis in NorthNgāpuhi runanga chair meeting Police Minister over meth crisis destroying the region.05 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Modern cars and petrol stations test our patienceI explained to the woman at the till that I couldn’t open the flap on my car. 04 Apr 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland hit by power outages and potential flooding amid heavy rainRainfall hit 108mm at Ahipara in 12 hours overnight.04 Apr 01:35 AM
Northern AdvocateEpic journey: 50 Mini teams aim to raise $500k for Kiwi kidsWe're taking these cars to Invercargill, boy.03 Apr 10:28 PM
Northern AdvocateRural Northland secondary school tops Relay for Life fundraising effortsŌtamatea High School had spent the past few months fundraising for the Cancer Society.03 Apr 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWeather system sparks orange heavy rain warning for Northland Between 150-200mm of rain is expected to fall from this morning until Friday afternoon. 02 Apr 10:05 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news in brief - Mini Pork Pie run, landowners hui and daylight saving endsNews snippets from the Far North02 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePhotos: Plenty of fun at Far North’s Paparore School Gala DayHundreds turn up in glorious sun for the biggest gala day to date.02 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonOpinion: Bright stars shining on our transport future 'The Ocean Flyer presentation was fascinating.'02 Apr 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Field Days 20,000 people turn out to the event near Dargaville. 02 Apr 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWorkSafe opens investigation after man dies in rural NorthlandPolice say they were notified around 2pm on Friday, March 28.02 Apr 03:21 AM
Northern AdvocateYoungsters openly smoking meth prompt Ngāpuhi to seek urgent actionNgāpuhi are calling for the Government to address meth, social and poverty crises.01 Apr 11:09 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland braces for heavy rain amid unseasonal heatMetService says warm temperatures overnight indicate rain is on its way.01 Apr 10:45 PM
OpinionWillow-Jean Prime: A future where children are full and learn betterOPINION: Kids should get the opportunity to have a great start to life through learning.01 Apr 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri’s Community Family Service shuts downFar North budgeting service lacks funds to keep helping hundreds of families31 Mar 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police launch six-week crackdown on speeding driversThe latest news bites from around the region.31 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageOpinion: Family triumphs make for an eventful weekMy achievements this week have been, well, basically nil.31 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North’s Te Āhuareka o Ngāti Hine Festival attracts thousandsThe festival, which started in 2008, rocks Ōtiria Marae in cultural celebration.31 Mar 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North gets plenty of aroha from Governor-General Dame Cindy KiroBusy Far North tour for Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro with packed schedule of events30 Mar 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Relay for Life raises over $135kThe latest news bites from around the region.30 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLost everything again: Kiwi’s Brisbane home flooded for second timeRochelle Bekker's family lost most of their possessions in 2022. Now it's happened again.30 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDrone survey reveals massive sand loss from Mangawhai sandspitThe sand loss is equivalent to 26,000 truckloads over six years.30 Mar 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNew home needed for Whangārei’s Zonta Great NZ Book SaleA new venue is needed so Whangārei's Zonta Great NZ Book Sale can hold its 31st chapter.29 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettOpinion: Why do spiders trigger fear despite being harmless? Morning webs on the ranchslider often lead to frantic face-wiping.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: Lessons to be learned on how we respond to our most vulnerableLet’s hope this is examined in the investigations surrounding this shocking case.28 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRetirees’ heartfelt letter to intruder: ‘We have to start small, and we want to start with you’Catherine Walbran saw a tall figure in a hoodie before the intruder fled.28 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSkills of sheep dogs and handlers on show in WhangāreiMount Manaia Sheep Dog Trial Club's annual trial this Sunday.27 Mar 03:09 AM
Northern Advocate'Zero tolerance': Police nab youths in stolen vehicle after reported burglaryA 14yo has appeared in Kaitāia District Court and a 17yo is set to appear next week.27 Mar 01:48 AM
Northern AdvocatePedestrian suffers serious injuries after being struck by vehicleEmergency services responded to reports of the crash around 6.53am.26 Mar 09:06 PM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri could almost double with new plan out on how to deal with the growth Draft plan to manage growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa, public urged to give feedback.26 Mar 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Brain Aid, ladies bring a cue and horses need homeNews snippets from the Far NOrth26 Mar 05:00 PM