New ZealandProminent Northland leader charged with indecent assault on teenage girlRaniera (Sonny) Tau is on trial in Northland for indecent assault allegations.17 Oct 03:21 AM
Black FernsFans from around the globe flock to Whangārei for Women's Rugby World CupThe visitors are bringing some international flavour to Whangārei.09 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelReady to book your summer holiday? We've got all you need to knowA travel guide to your summer holiday.07 Oct 04:00 PM
Black Ferns'It's just so cool for Whangārei to have the Rugby World Cup'The World Cup kicks off this Saturday and Northland Kauri player Tui McGeorge can't wait.02 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat's the catch? Is this the cheapest house and land package in New Zealand?A bach with 6.4ha of freehold land is up for grabs in the Far North for a mere $175,000.29 Sep 05:25 PM
New Zealand'It was very scary' Brothers flee burning yacht in the nick of timeBrothers use dinghy to get to shore after their boat catches fire in the Bay of Islands.25 Sep 05:18 PM
EducationHouse of Science: Hokianga holds first-ever science festivalKits target rural schools where teachers lack confidence or resources to teach science.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland iwi backs 1080 poison drop in Waipoua ForestDoC's plans to drop tonnes of 1080 on Waipoua Forest supported by Te Roroa kaitiaki21 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMystery man pays it forward - more than 200 timesAnonymous donor insisted the cash be used at random to cover other customers' bills.21 Sep 05:00 PM
NPCNorthland looking for fifth win to climb up the NPC ladderThe Taniwha have named their team to face North Harbour in Whangārei this weekend.16 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuHow to translate an 1849 te reo Māori book about bees into EnglishHokianga translator Joy Ngaropo-Hau is unravelling historic Māori texts.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDecision soon on whether teens accused of Northland man's murder are fit to stand trialYouths charged with murder of Northland man await decision on fitness to stand trial14 Sep 03:30 AM
New ZealandYouth walks on 10 charges: Health service accepts judge's criticismHealth service says changes have been made in response to criticism from the Court.01 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeHapless ram-raider leaves watch, one Croc and blood at crime sceneLiquor store raider left empty-handed but inflicted significant damage to the store.23 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuStags' rugby stalwart is Northland-born and bred but torn between regionsNew taonga brought up from Invercargill for the Northland v Southland rugby clash.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLose your home or your pet? Strict rental rules push tenants out the doorIt's a choice between keeping your furry friend or having a place to live for renters.21 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuHistoric Māori partnership brings jobs, health services into Far NorthMāori health partnership has created 77 new jobs in the Far North.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandBizarre crime spree: Thieves take three cars, one shower and a packet of chipsPolice hope public can help solve case of peckish crims who used a shower and lost a gun.05 Aug 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Twindemic' of Covid, flu hammering Northland schoolsAt Kerikeri High, Northland's biggest school, up to 30 teachers are off sick each day.07 Jul 05:00 PM
Crime$17m Lotto winner alleges woman spent $2.8m on properties for herselfMark Lipsham gave Kim Helmbright nearly $3m within two months of meeting her05 Jul 07:22 AM
PremiumPremiumEducation'We are basically in a crisis': Northland's ECE centre director on the Teaching Council fee and levy changesNorthland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBank says sorry to ex-MP ordered to take off hatKaumātua says the way no-hat rule was applied during a bank visit was discriminatory27 Jun 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warnsThere are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.27 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuKerikeri student crowned joint winner of Race Unity Speech AwardJoe Howell's speech about working together to end racism earned him a top podium finish26 Jun 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig rise in e-scooter ACC claims in Whangārei since Beam trial started53 new ACC claims in six months of Whangārei e-scooter trial - a four-fold rise.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Reti: Dental exam wait climbs for kids across the countryUp to two thirds of kids in some DHBs are waiting for dental appointments.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWill scientists be able to pick NZ's future eruptions?The Whakaari tragedy showed eruptions can happen any time. Can NZ better forecast them?26 Jun 12:21 AM
New ZealandElderly man found unconscious in Whangārei Marina watersNorthland Police are investigating a water-related incident in Whangārei.23 Jun 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuRenowned Māori astrologer Rereata Makiha reveals best spots to see MatarikiNorthlanders gearing up to see the Matariki star cluster may have to adjust their sights.23 Jun 05:00 PM
Crime'Pull your head in': Judge to woman who breached home detentionWoman who twice breached home detention pleads with judge to let her stay on the sentence22 Jun 07:00 AM
EducationGraduating teachers carry region's hopesTai Tokerau's education graduates share their learning experiences21 Jun 06:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe council introducing mandatory snip 'n' chip rule for pet catsThe change has received praise from the country's oldest and largest animal welfare group.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland's 'tooth fairy' continues long wait for court hearingFive days of court time needed for Northland's "tooth fairy" case involving 20 witnesses21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne person dead and another moderately hurt in Taipa crashDetails are scarce but the Advocate understands two utes were involved in a crash in Taipa21 Jun 04:58 AM
