Northern AdvocateHeavy rain watch issued for eastern Northland as front moves inA heavy rain watch is in place from 6am to 4pm on Wednesday.23 Jun 04:05 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North police leader Riki Whiu steps into new Auckland roleSearch underway for new Far North Area Commander after Whiu promotion.22 Jun 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTeacher restraint allegation: Northland school says safety remains top priorityThe ministry says restraint is only allowed as a last resort to prevent harm.22 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'A lot can happen in five minutes': Assaults on frontline staff rising across Northland21 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North power network pushed to limit after year of outages and storms21 Jun 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'We’re not going to burn in here': One-armed grandfather rescues family from house fire19 Jun 10:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Disability data blind spot leaves major gaps in NZ health system19 Jun 04:55 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Paihia eatery vies for NZ’s best toastie, NRC wins top award for Whirinaki retreat projectThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Jun 04:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Too old for surgery, just right for tai chiOPINION: After being told he was too old for knee surgery, Joe Bennett turned to tai chi.19 Jun 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateWorker critically ill after medical event inside fuel tank at Marsden PointTwo critical care paramedics were winched down to provide treatment.19 Jun 02:09 AM
Northern Advocate'Proud of our industry': Top honours at Northland civil construction awardsBDX Group rescued 524 freshwater crabs while carrying out Springs Flat enabling works.18 Jun 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Nobody could believe it': Boy defies the odds after massive brain bleedHe underwent four surgeries to fix a burst tangle of blood vessels in his brain.18 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Without it there would be a significant gap': Kaitāia centre fights to surviveRongopai House's Feed My Lambs programme supports more than 30 mums and tamariki weekly.18 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police still seeking info about abandoned dinghyThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Jun 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia and Bream Bay bands strike gold at Smokefreerockquest Northland finalsMore than 40 school acts played original songs across two packed nights.17 Jun 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders urged to have say on biggest council shake-up in decadesNorthland councils are seeking views on a major amalgamation plan by June 24.17 Jun 01:23 AM
Northern Advocate'This grant will help more disabled people': Paralympic legend backs initiativeCam Leslie says the funding could open doors for more disabled New Zealanders.16 Jun 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Students turn business skills to charity with bright dance fundraiserThe latest news bites from around the region.16 Jun 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateSPCA centres overwhelmed as unwanted animals flood in across the countryDesexing rates remain a key factor in reducing unwanted animal litters.15 Jun 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Getting worse, not better': Northland school assaults rise, bullying concerns raisedSuspensions for assault climbed to 95 in 2025 before easing this year.15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin Page: When treatment schedules meet cosmic confusionA moon‑phase calendar and Mrs P’s vigilance keep the chaos under control.15 Jun 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice say abandoned dinghy stolen, want to rule out missing personThree freshly caught fish and fishing gear were still inside the small vessel.15 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'It’s not the country I grew up in': Northland dad turns political frustration into actionSimon DellaBarca has backed the party since Gareth Morgan founded it.14 Jun 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'They’re taking advantage': 89-year-old says council ignoring his pleasThe 89-year-old built a 5m bridge to cross the deep, scoured drain.14 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionKen Couper: Council sets course for stronger communitiesOPINION: Resilience must be embedded into the way we plan, invest and govern.14 Jun 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateInvasive caulerpa seaweed reaches Whangārei Harbour for first time, horrifying localsThe seaweed was treated with a seafloor mat and chlorine on June 5.13 Jun 02:34 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The moral dilemma of cheating on a crossword puzzleThe seven-letter puzzle exposes how vanity drives even harmless pastimes.12 Jun 04:50 PM
Northern Advocate'It was the event of the year': Is school ball excitement fading?A Northland school cancelled its ball after limited interest and low ticket sales.12 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate10-hour night rescue brings stranded yacht homeThe rescue spanned more than 185km.12 Jun 03:07 AM
Northern Advocate'You may save a life': Veteran donor urges more Northlanders to give bloodWhangārei’s Craig Land has made 175 blood and plasma donations since the 1960s.12 Jun 01:00 AM
