Further water restrictions imposed on Far North
The Kaitaia show is going ahead this weekend despite the severe region-wide drought.
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Pouto: The epitome of mana
Trip to Pouto challenged all I thought I knew about mana and strength, writes Adam Pearse.
Police dog tracks man into sand dunes following pursuit
Police pursuit ends up on beach and then dog track though sand dunes for fleeing man.
Top breeding season in Northland for rare fairy tern
This small, dainty coastal tern is the most endangered of New Zealand's endemic birds.
Hammond hits 184 against City
Hammond's impressive knock was the highest two-day score in the last five years.
Northland UNESCO Aotearoa Youth Leader wants voting age lowered
Lowering the voting age would increase participation, Youth Leader says.
Cape Reinga to Bluff: 3000km on two wheels
Six Northlanders raise funds for Northland Rescue Helicopters as part of Tour Aotearoa.
Far North District Council reveals plans for supplementary water supplies
Fresh concerns have been raised about the Far North's water shortages.
Ruakākā Community Summer Festival success
Fun in the sun at Ruakākā Community Summer Festival.
King smashes Pouto Lighthouse Challenge
King, who only started running two years ago, has done 15 half marathons and two full.
Spectacular Six60 show in Whangārei
There was a great vibe at the Six60 concert in Whangārei.
A century of heritage at iconic Northland baches
A century of heritage at iconic Northland baches.
ASB Stadium to become McKay Stadium
Founded in 1936, McKay is the first local sponsor since the Northern Advocate in 2004.
News briefs: Waka rescue, winning lotto ticket from Northland
Waka breaks up but paddlers all wearing life jackets and activate locator beacon.
Opinion: Academy revamp just the first step
We can pat ourselves on the back as much as we like - but there is still work to be done.
Meet Northland's young cycling hotshots
Being from Northland has not held these five cyclists back one bit.
'Enjoy your love' - couple celebrating 65th wedding anniversary
Ngunguru couple Ruby and Barry McKay are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary.
Fast-moving grass fire sparks warning
About 10 fire appliances and 35 to 40 firefighters attended the blaze.
Desperate for water: Residents describe life in drought zone
Extreme water shortages and a scorching summer are proving a tough mix for Northland.
Harold the Giraffe needs your help
Harold's Far North classroom is the only one in the country yet to be upgraded.
Man jailed for dangerous driving that killed innocent woman
Randall Wilson didn't pay for $108 in fuel and drove off, killing an innocent driver.
Showjumping opens secondary schools sport
It looks like our young sportspeople will have a very busy schedule in the coming weeks.
Blue penguin dies from dog attack wounds
A weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.
Foster Hope among three finalists for community awards
Charity gives out backpacks full of essentials to kids in foster care.
Northland infrastructure spend could see 10 years of SH1 roadworks
Northland infrastructure spend could see 10 years of SH1 roadworks
Far North fights 100 fires so far this year - despite total fire ban
"Some in our communities are choosing to blatantly ignore the risks."
Player retention a priority for new-look academy
The new academy system represents a step forward for the union at the age-group level.
Six60 in Whangārei: What you need to know
The Kiwi band will be supported by LAB, Sons of Zion and Vayne.
News snippets from Northland
SH1 closed over Mangamukas for resurfacing, more Lotto Luck.
Epic horse trek hits stumbling block in Northland
But Larissa Mueller and Sprite have mostly been treated with kindness.
Gwen Lawson: Junior singles titles up for grabs
Three Northland bowling greens will see plenty of action this weekend.