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 Advocate'Could be catastrophic': Judge warns of landslide danger at Tutukākā siteJudge Jeff Smith ruled urgent action was needed to prevent the risk of a landslide.23 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateBeloved Te Kamo bookshop gets new chapter after owner’s deathVolunteers revive beloved Whangārei bookshop as Books, Bikes, and Beyond.23 Jun 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRescue ship diverts to stranded Kiwi yacht drifting rudderless 555km from Fiji 22 Jun 03:01 AM
Northern Advocate'A lot can happen in five minutes': Assaults on frontline staff rising across Northland21 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFailed prosecution shines light on weaknesses in cattle-tracing system21 Jun 04:00 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 systemOpinion: Disability affects 17% of New Zealanders yet remains largely unrecorded.19 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 AdvocateMental health checks delay progress in trial for alleged murder of Tārati BuckleyThe 26-year-old man remains in custody under interim name suppression.19 Jun 12:05 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 AdvocateFrom hangars to heritage: Auckland, Northland architecture winnersSeven heritage winners marked the strongest showing in that category since 2008.18 Jun 11:00 AM
Northern Advocate40 hours, no sleep: Whangārei students plan fundraising walk to help fight hungerThe walkers will start the 40-hour, 200km challenge at 3am on Saturday.18 Jun 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘We’ve lost our hospital’: Dargaville Hospital changes spark outrageThe hospital becomes Dargaville Health Hub but Health NZ denies the changes are a loss.17 Jun 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMachete-wielding man challenged police to shoot him – an officer bravely tackled him Now Taniora Peri has acknowledged the officer's actions likely saved his life that day.17 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police still seeking info about abandoned dinghyThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Jun 04:50 PM
Northern Advocate'Terrible idea': Council reconsiders $29m Whangārei project after backlashBusiness owners say losing 47 CBD car parks would drive customers away.17 Jun 05:30 AM
Northern AdvocateWatch: Man thrown from back of ute during risky stuntThe behaviour has been called "extremely reckless and idiotic".17 Jun 04:00 AM
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 AdvocateConvicted Northland child sex offender gets no discount for motocross stardomA judge has told Mitchell Nield his previous good character means nothing.16 Jun 05:00 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 Advocate'He knew exactly what was going on': Disguised getaway driver jailed for Noel Leeming ag robJudge: 'You and your group of robbers got away with $15,231 worth of gear'.16 Jun 05:00 AM
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
