Northern AdvocateNZ shearers take the UK by storm on tourToa Henderson and Jack Fagan beat England by 4.3 points at the Great Yorkshire Show.10 Jul 03:27 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland mayor weighs second term amid calls to enter ParliamentMoko Tepania was 31 when he was elected Northland’s youngest mayor in 2022.10 Jul 02:43 AM
Northern AdvocateSchool lunch programme saves $130m, student satisfaction rises, Govt saysAssociate Education Minister David Seymour says complaints have fallen by 92%.10 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateChanging times: Kiwibank's new model prompts mixed reactionsThe Kaitaia branch will close and be replaced by a local Kiwibank agent.10 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateStalemate: Ngāpuhi, minister remain firm on sovereignty A Treaty settlement for Ngāpuhi looks increasingly unlikely with sovereignty a stalemate.10 Jul 01:24 AM
Northern AdvocateWhy $450k costs award in sand mining case is back in court spotlightThe Environment Court found the original cost award fair and reasonable.10 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMetService warns of heavy rain, possible flooding in NorthlandHeavy rain watch in Northland: between 6am and 10pm up to 100mm expected.09 Jul 11:33 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North approves 10.95% rates rise, slightly lower than forecastDover Samuels criticises the rate rise, urging a humanitarian approach.09 Jul 06:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Incredibly strong': Tribute to Northland youngster after long leukaemia fightFamily, friends and school mourn 'bubbly' Frankie Whitehead, 10, after leukaemia battle. 09 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Balancing beauty and practicality in urban tree managementStreet trees calm traffic but can cause visibility and safety concerns.09 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Bay of Islands hosts film crew for new crime seriesThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.09 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe day France attacked NZ: Spies, lies and bombing an anti-nuclear boat in AucklandNew podcast Rainbow Warrior: A Forgotten History reveals political moves behind bombing.09 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Didn't think I was going very fast': Uncle pleads guilty after toddler's fatal fall from uteAitua Puriri said he didn't believe he was driving very fast at the time his nephew fell. 09 Jul 07:41 AM
Northern AdvocateArt exhibition marks Whangārei’s place in Rainbow Warrior bombing 40 years onWhangārei was the staging ground for the French agents who bombed the Rainbow Warrior.09 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNational Māori leader stands for Northland Regional Council Pita Tipene is standing in the council’s Te Raki Māori constituency.08 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Deadline extended for story submissions The latest news bites from around the region.08 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKiwi duo tackle world's longest paddling race in bear territoryThe Whangārei pair will traverse 1000 miles (1609km) of rugged wilderness in a kayak.08 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Absolute tragedy': 21yo drove drunk and crashed into tree, killing younger brother'The consequences are with you for the rest of your life', a judge told Rameka Rewiti.08 Jul 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSignal concerns: Power, transmission quality issues disrupt Freeview serviceSatellite and streaming services were unaffected by the outage.08 Jul 05:06 AM
Northern AdvocateMan who knocked officer unconscious fails to reduce prison sentenceJoseph Graham's appeal was dismissed, with the sentence deemed appropriate.08 Jul 02:46 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice arrest three, seize shotgun and rifles following dirt biker disputePolice say an investigation had been underway since June 25. 08 Jul 12:09 AM
Northern Advocate'Couldn't be happier': Couple's bold move from city to franchise ownersTom and Linda Loosley moved to Northland after a redundancy in Auckland.08 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland businesses have 'giant hangover' from Covid lockdowns, inquiry told'We're in a lot of pain', NorthChamber's Tim Robinson tells the Covid-19 inquiry.07 Jul 08:17 PM
Northern Advocate'Pretty low': Burglary leaves trades students without toolsPolice investigate as tools worth $8000 to $10,000 taken from Taipa Area School.07 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin Page: Semi-retired life and the quest for dry shoesDespite shoes' sturdiness, fate had other intentions.07 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: GP becomes professor, toasties tested and new neurodiverse bookThe latest news bites from around the region.07 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDoctor criticises $100k spend on vouchers for private urgent careThe vouchers allow patients waiting at ED to visit White Cross for free instead.07 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateFamily claims dogs shot, possibly used as bait in alleged fightThe family claims their dog Diesel was covered in bites and appeared traumatised.07 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCourt backs sacking of Northland doctor who sent 'flirty texts' to juniorThe sexual harassment investigation led to the doctor taking 10 months' stress leave.06 Jul 09:13 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North Mayor calls on New Zealanders to vote for Māori wards in OctoberPolling for Māori wards at 42 councils will close on October 11.06 Jul 08:12 PM
Northern Advocate‘Flying’ through the air: Grandfather's call for safer crossings after crashKara Shortland was seriously injured in Raumanga near the Ōtaika Shopping Centre in March.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Serious-to-critical': Crash shuts SH1 in Northland, delays expectedEmergency services were called to the scene about 7.45pm.06 Jul 08:48 AM
Northern AdvocateArrest made after woman suffers injuries in alleged Whangārei assault An 18-year-old man was arrested on Friday after a woman approached the police station.06 Jul 02:05 AM
Northern Advocate'Absolutely superb': Northland shines in hosting international rugbyMore than 10,000 fans filled Semenoff Stadium for the match on Saturday.06 Jul 01:53 AM