Grass starting to grow with good rain in Northland, but drought continues
More rain in March in Northland than whole of January and February.
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Missing Whangārei teenager driven north
Missing school girl returned to Whangārei after being spotted in Kumeu.
Neighbourly spirit alive during Covid-19 lockdown
Northlanders are coming together to support each other in the Covid-19 lockdown.
Whakapara roadblock scrapped, tourists turned back at others
Campervan, five carloads of tourists going to Ahipara turned back from Kaitaia checkpoint.
Covid-19 coronavirus: Pharmacies swamped, strict measures to stop virus
Pharmacies urging customers to phone or email instead of dropping in.
Homeless will be fed, but where to lock down?
There are few places where Northland's homeless can stay for four weeks.
Northern Advocate office closed but open for business
Northern Advocate still open for business, despite offices closed
Covid-19 coronavirus: Coastguard asks Northlanders to stay off water during lockdown
Big changes for everyone as Northland and NZ go into lockdown.
Covid-19 coronavirus: Blockade will go ahead, Harawira pledges
Government moves to raise Covid-19 alert 'too little, too late'.
Ninety Mile Snapper Bonanza won by Aucklander
Northland's Ninety Mile Snapper Bonanza won by Aucklander
Marsden Pt Refinery's hydrocracker shut down for two weeks for planned maintenance
Marsden Pt Refinery shut down for two weeks for planned maintenance.
Brandt Shortland moves from coroner role to District Court judge
Kaikohe gets its first resident District Court judge - Brandt Shortland.
Stranded Whangārei senior citizens susceptible to Covid-19
Stranded Whangārei couple on cruise ship may be able to fly out of Rome last night.
Covid 19 coronavirus: Northlanders need to check in on older people
Even doing something small - like calling older people - can make a difference.
Covid-19 level rises - what it means for Northlanders
Public places, restaurants and schools closed in Northland as govt ramps up restrictions.
Photos: Kiwi Can Whangaroa Raft Race 2020
This year's standout raft, possibly the fastest yet, was made from corrugated iron.
$1m lotto win, hospital visitor numbers cut
News from around Te Tai Tokerau including the latest lotto win.
Unique Northland fundraiser collects $25,400 for Kind Hands charity
Unique Northland fundraiser collects $25,400 for Kind Hands charity.
Three more sheep stolen and slaughtered on paddock
A Dargaville man frustrated at ongoing theft of his sheep has given up grazing them.
Coronavirus: Second case in Northland; NZ total 66
A new case of Covid-19 had been confirmed in Northland. The national total is now 66.
Lawson: Covid-19 puts club competitions at risk
With the Covid-19 coronavirus impacting local sport, Northland's bowlers must take care.
Russell tourism operator wants action on private homes rented out over internet
Holiday Park owner operator wants action on private homes rented out over web platforms.
Calls to save water reiterated as more restrictions likely
Water levels dropping as more restrictions likely across Northland.
Stray feline family captured but now in laundry facing uncertain future
Whangārei man traps wild cats but might have to release them after getting no help.
Covid-19 rumours, misinformation rife on social media
Northlanders bombarded with Covid-19 rumours, misinformation and hoaxes on social media.
Coronavirus: Fun things to do in lieu of events and sports
If you're social distancing, it doesn't mean you can't have fun.
Mum, police, family, friends search for missing Whangārei teenager
Mother's appeal: "Just let us know you are safe, let us know you are still alive."
Covid-19: Help local businesses get through the global pandemic
Plea to support Northland businesses as foot traffic plummets due to Covid-19.
Coronavirus: 'My country is going into lockdown'
Northern Advocate reporter Julia Czerwonatis is on her way back to NZ.
Coronavirus: Steady stream at testing stations
More public services under the spotlight in Northland as Covid-19 threat looms.
Govt must engage with Northland hapu over water
Much of land, and the water catchment area, in the Far North is Māori-owned.
Paihia business owner welcomes govt relief package
Tourism operator says wage subsidy scheme means he can hang onto key staff through winter