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Latest fromFar North District
SH1 closed at Brynderwyn and flights canned as Cyclone Hale hits
Whangārei is bearing the brunt as the ex-tropical cyclone approaches landfall.
Against the odds: How debilitating migraines led to 'life-altering' diagnosis for Kerikeri woman
Miracle drug Keytruda is extending the life of Kerikeri mum and business owner.
'I could see its teeth': Spearfisherman fends off 4-metre-long shark
Steven King is no stranger to wild water encounters, but this was a bit close for comfort.
Three swimmers rescued in one day at Ocean Beach
People flocked to Ocean Beach on Sunday, where rough swells got some into trouble.
Ideas sought for Paihia waterfront revamp
Total of $2m earmarked for three projects to improve the Bay of Islands town.
Against the odds: Kerikeri woman's battle against severe kidney failure
Nika Van der Merwe was trying for her first child when her world was suddenly upturned.
Northland news in brief: Tūtūkākā house fire; firearms incident in Kāeo
A house in Tūtūkākā was severely damaged by fire on Thursday night.
End of the line for appeals against Far North power line extension over private land
The Supreme Court's decision has ended a five-year stoush.
Far North, Kaipara buck trend as NZ’s average house price takes a tumble
In 2022 regions far outperformed the cities - but even there the slowdown is starting.
'I’ve caught a whale': Fisherman shares 'absolutely unreal' encounter
Northlander Steven King's encounter wasn't the first time he's caught a whale.
Sneak preview of high-end accommodation Northland has on offer
The Advocate takes you inside some of the most plush stays around Northland.
Is summer taking a rain check in Northland?
The rain is continuing to disrupt events and camping trips.
Joe Bennett: How the sound of whistling has become the sound of tumbleweeds
Opinion: There was a time when remote villages used whistling as a language.
News briefs from Northland: Widespread alcohol bans, and get a free haircut for the kids
News snippets from Northland
Cancer patient fears beloved companion cat stolen - offers reward for return
Tim and Jane Scripps bought Lenghi into their lives as comfort during Tim's cancer battle.
Spectacle of sail set to return to Russell
The annual tall ships race is one of the Bay’s top sailing and social events.
News in brief: Funding boost for Bay of Islands Sailing Week
The latest news from around the region.
Summer fun: Two free family events on Paihia beach
The beach dig will be held on Jan 14 followed by the popular sandcastle comp on Jan 28.
Wild weather causes chaos including two deaths as ute hits downed tree
Tragedy on Kaitaia-Awaroa Rd takes two members of one family.
Campers hunker down as wind and rain hammers Northland
Some campgrounds have emptied out; at others stoic campers are determined to stay put.
Tragic start to 2023 as two die in Northland crash
Vehicle hitting tree claims two lives in Ahipara, Far North
Full investigation into Code of Conduct complaint against Whangārei District Councillor Jayne Golightly
A complaint was laid by a member of the public.
Mum's whānau seek donations for terminally ill lifelong volunteer
Lisa Richards is known for Love Soup, brekkies and lunches in Northland schools and more.
Sweet squash first crop planted at Kaipara irrigation demo site
Squash is first crop at Kaipara Water irrigation demonstration site
‘They’re driving out in droves’: Campground exodus ahead of storm as Civil Defence urges caution
It was looking like the best summer in three years - until this week.
2022 in review: Top sports pics from Advocate photographer Tania Whyte
Favourite sporting pics by Advocate photographer Tania Whyte from 2022
Hamless, cashless, presentless and undieless Christmas for Kevin Page
Columnist Kevin Page had a hamless, cashless, presentless and undieless Christmas.
Photos: Plenty of entertainment at Matapouri Gala Day
Plenty of fun for all at Matapouri Gala Day.
Northland news in brief: Heavy rain and wind on the way; and Covid response recognition
News snippets from Northland.
Birds of a feather: Hundreds of colourful birds to view at The Parrot Place in Northland
Vanessa Barratt takes the Northern Advocate through The Parrott Place in Kerikeri.
What's it like to...work with big cats: Meet Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary's 19yo primary keeper
Most people are amazed and shocked when they learn what Georgia Stone does for a job.
Bay of Islands swimmers take the plunge for first sunrise of 2023
The Bay of Islands Ocean Swimmers have taken the plunge at dawn on January 1 since 2006.
New tech captures historic Tōtara North shipyard
A historic kauri mill is too risky to enter so drones have recorded it for posterity.