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Aquaman star Jason Momoa welcomed to Rāwhiti
Bay of Islands to stand in for Hawaii in new series starring, and co-written by, Momoa.
'It's just so cool for Whangārei to have the Rugby World Cup'
The World Cup kicks off this Saturday and Northland Kauri player Tui McGeorge can't wait.
'Everyone should do it': Give four-day working week a go, business owner urges
Pressure ramps up for businesses to trial a four-day working week.
Miracle survival: Woman trapped for 15 hours in car wreck after crashing down bank
The Herald understands the woman is from Whangārei and has family in Kaitaia.
Strong demand for ticket sales for Whangārei Rugby World Cup games
Women's rugby teams to enjoy non-match activities in Northland during their stay.
What's the catch? Is this the cheapest house and land package in New Zealand?
A bach with 6.4ha of freehold land is up for grabs in the Far North for a mere $175,000.
Trial date set for two men accused of central city murder
Two men will stand trial in November for the murder of Haze Peihopa in Whangārei in 2021.
Supermarket without price tags: Families invited to take what they need
A social supermarket has opened in Whangārei as the cost of food reaches record highs.
'I freak out every time I hear a vehicle': Kāinga Ora slammed for poor vetting of tenant
Kāinga Ora won't consult neighbours prior to its new tenants moving into state houses.
Community supports family after child's death falling from tree
A friend of the family said Declan was normally a confident tree-climber.
'It was very scary' Brothers flee burning yacht in the nick of time
Brothers use dinghy to get to shore after their boat catches fire in the Bay of Islands.
Long weekend tragedy: Person dies on rural Northland property
A St John spokesperson said they were alerted just after 2pm.
Carolyn Hansen: Happiness comes from within and exercise helps
Somehow, we must once again take pride in being in control of our own life.
House of Science: Hokianga holds first-ever science festival
Kits target rural schools where teachers lack confidence or resources to teach science.
Win against Tasman will boost Northland's playoff chances
Matt Moulds will again lead Northland in their must-win game against the Mako.
Queen's Memorial Day holiday: Your long weekend guide
Your guide to the one-off public holiday.
Northland iwi backs 1080 poison drop in Waipoua Forest
DoC's plans to drop tonnes of 1080 on Waipoua Forest supported by Te Roroa kaitiaki
Mystery man pays it forward - more than 200 times
Anonymous donor insisted the cash be used at random to cover other customers' bills.
Legal battle brewing: Luxury resort heads to High Court over coffee plantation
Carrington Resort takes man to court over plans to establish a coffee plantation.
Frustrated dad repeatedly pounded daughter's head into cupboard door
A judge says the man "simply lost it" when the 11-year-old wouldn't go to bed.
Teenager arrested after three burglaries, failing to stop
The 16-year-old allegedly tried to flee from police, who deployed spikes.
Convicted teen rapist wins sentence discount
Denial does not necessarily preclude the possibility of rehabilitation, Appeal Court says.
Man allegedly drags woman alongside car over tin of lollies
The shop's co-owner is still in hospital after the incident.
Northland looking for fifth win to climb up the NPC ladder
The Taniwha have named their team to face North Harbour in Whangārei this weekend.
How to translate an 1849 te reo Māori book about bees into English
Hokianga translator Joy Ngaropo-Hau is unravelling historic Māori texts.
Ex-Whangārei mayor fined $15,500 for air pollution, refused discharge without conviction
The judge said Stan Semenoff took two years to finally school his staff on handling fires.
Decision soon on whether teens accused of Northland man's murder are fit to stand trial
Youths charged with murder of Northland man await decision on fitness to stand trial
Māori writers provide frank kōrero about returning home
A look at one of six intriguing writers' chats, soon to be heard at the Upsurge Festival.
The thinning blue line: Where are the frontline police?
The number of police who are leaving the job has risen for the first time in two years.
Actions speak louder than words: How te reo is a window into culture
Māori Language Week: The Advocate travelled across Northland to learn why te reo matters.
Northland Taniwha suffer heavy defeat in Christchurch
A high penalty count in the second spell proved costly for Northland.
Early tries against Auckland Divisional cost Northlanders
Northland Vikings Under 18s launched a late comeback but couldn't get over the line.
Starving animals suffer for months on Tangowahine farm
A Dargaville lifestyle farmer has been fined for failing to care for several animals.