Tā moko: Stories from artists and those who wear the traditional ink
The Northern Advocate speaks to tā moko practitioners and those who wear moko.
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Much-loved 'Cowboy of Te Kapotai' dies aged 92
"Papa Hau" Hereora will be farewelled at Waikare Marae on Saturday.
Photos: Russell Tall Ships race 2020
More than 100 boats of all shapes, sizes and vintages competed in Saturday's race.
Surf patrols on education mission and winning Lotto numbers
Lifeguards take skills on the road; check on the winning Lotto numbers.
Banicevich dashes Northern hopes
The City/Northern game featured two outstanding catches, some of the best you'll see.
Australian bush fires: How Northlanders are helping
Northlanders have been donating and organising fundraisers to help.
Pilot makes emergency landing after engine fails
The 65-year old male was taken to Whangārei Hospital with moderate injuries.
Mentality must come first for Black Caps
Witnessing bullying is never easy, especially when it's on a cricket pitch.
Elderly woman hospitalised after being attacked by own dog; council investigating
An elderly woman has been hospitalised after being attacked by her own dog in Kawakawa.
All Star putting whānau first
With four kids to look after, Kararaina Wira-Kohu has achieved immensely in 2019.
Northland news snippets: NorthTec open day and $5k reward for tractor's return
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Dry weather in Northland has increasing impact on industries and wildlife
No significant rainfall expected in next 7-10 days, Niwa says.
Police investigate logging truck roll over in Whangārei
The specialist heavy vehicle group were called and are continuing to investigate.
Video: Monster marlin 'catch of the decade'
The last black marlin that size caught in the Bay of Islands area was over a decade ago.
What's On: Plan your weekend in Northland
Looking for something to do in Northland this weekend?
Team roping and barrel racing at Mid Northern Jackpot
Mid Northern Jackpot still a competition the public are welcome to come and watch.
Kerikeri's first Montessori school opens
The centre is the only Montessori school in Northland.
Logging truck rollover on Whangārei bypass
Load logging truck rolls wile trailer remains upright.
Lawson: Northland bowlers hold their own
Northland's bowlers flew their flag proudly against some of New Zealand's finest players.
Fishery Officers catch Northlander with illegal Paua
Northland man caught with too many paua, nearly all of which were undersize.
Spectacle of sail in Russell this weekend
The 45th Tall Ships and Classic Invitational Race is expected to draw 80-plus entrants.
Police patrolling in Bay of Islands also on whale watch
Boaties need to stay 50m from orca and pilot whales, 200m from any mother and calf.
Condemned Cameron St tree felled safely
Contractors from Treescape continued their work on Thursday night.
Kāeo-Kerikeri minister trades church for ambulance
Robyn McPhail has led the Kaeo-Kerikeri Union Church for 15 years.
Northland's water storage potential explored on tour
Region's water storage potential explored on tour across Far North.
Whangārei New Year's baby a healthy 4kg boy
Babyboy Roddy Shortland was born at 12.42am on New Year's Day at Whangārei Hospital.
Arborists condemn 50 year old tree at Cameron Mall
Workers started dismantling the East African mahogany after business hours last night.
Extreme fire conditions faced by Northland firefighters in Australia
Extreme fire conditions faced by Northland firefighters battling unpredictable blazes
Erin Cole-Baker returns to Northland with new tunes
Erin Cole-Baker will be playing at the Old Library on Friday, January 10.
It's back to the roots at the Quarry Arts Centre
Impressions from the annual Summer Do at the Quarry Arts Centre.
More power cuts likely if lines company can't get exemption
Far North residents can expect more power cuts if Top Energy can't operate its generators.
All fire permits scrapped, total fire ban 'within days'
"The district's ready to burn and we want to make sure it doesn't"