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Short story competition: Northland students entries impress judges

The winning entries had the judges hooked.

Fears proposed highway service centre will hurt 'every business' in Waipū

The proposed mega development includes a BP service station, shops and restaurants.

Award-winning Northland brewery's secret to surviving and thriving

As it nears its 10th year in operation, survival is the priority.

New Year Honour recognises the '17yo farm boy from Marua' who became a table tennis great

James Morris, 71, has been made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

Granddaughter of late Sir James Hēnare says serving Māori community 'a privilege'

Rowena Tana, 63, has received a QSM for services to the Māori community.

One dead, another seriously injured in Far North crash

Tragedy brings the holiday road toll to 11.

Northland New Year's weather: What to expect this weekend

“Keep an eye out for severe weather forecasts if you plan to travel today and on Sunday."

Brynderwyns closure no worries for future-focused seagliders

The sailing, foiling, flying seagliders promise fast and efficient transport.

Kaitaia woman's food mission to feed the hungry

'Any warm meal made with kindness is all that matters.'

Fulfilling visions and making memories - Northland Boxing Day shoppers flock to sales

Okara Park Shopping Centre in Whangārei was packed with bargain hunters.

Police urge caution after Northland's horror Christmas weekend

Two Northland road deaths and suspected drowning spur police safety call.

The Advocate's sporting photos of the year

From rugby to surfing, we had it covered.

'What Christmas should be about': Community key theme at Whangārei Christmas events

Community members put their time aside in the spirit of Christmas.

It was a brutal moment: Former Northlander opens up about tragic past and remarkable comeback

Marissa Lewis has overcome the odds to become a successful business coach.

'Christmas trees can be heavy': Northlanders urged to consider hidden dangers of Christmas season

Norhthlanders have suffered some pretty weird injuries over the Christmas holiday period.

Northland beware - thunder and heavy rain likely on Christmas afternoon/evening

Thunderstorm, heavy rain watch for Northland on Christmas afternoon

Two deaths on Northland's roads bring horror start to holiday period

Two people lost their lives on Northland's roads this weekend, prompting a police warning.

Xmas Appeal 2023: Kaipara women help community heal from sexual and domestic violence

Community meetings in 1984 concerned about sexual and domestic violence sparked change.