'Wrong man, wrong car': Man in custody for two years cleared of rape after 'flawed' investigation
The man said he had been trying to help his friend and was then accused of rape.
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Leo Stirling's crochet collection of woolen artworks were stolen while he slept.
Hundreds of teachers go on strike in Whangārei
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Last BDO Tour of Northland for Buchanan after 20 years
Increased traffic management costs contribute to the end of Northland cycle race.
Northern Advocate: Teacher's strike
The Northern Advocate talks to teachers who are on strike. Video / Northern Advocate
Teachers' strike: Hundreds of Northland teachers strike over pay and conditions
Northland teachers among 50,000 nationally on strike today
Operation Cobalt: Northland police searches lag behind other districts
The operation, designed to target gang activity, has still resulted in over 1000 charges.
Yachties keen to see work start before buying up new berths in Whangārei
Whangārei Marina is exhibiting at Auckland Boat Show over the weekend.
Northland news in brief: Whangārei Canopy Night Market returns; driver appears in court
The latest news bites from around the region.
Momentous appointment of head students boosts rural school's positive change
The new leaders want to help create positive change within the kura.
Bay News: Puppet production set to wow audiences; new Gables exhibition
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Discussions under way about new Christian school after high profile closure
Informal talks have begun about what comes next after Kaitāia Abundant Life School closes.
35 new public houses to be delivered in Whangārei by mid-2024
Nine of the homes will be developed for those with mobility needs.
Fish of the Year: Ocean giant takes over from petite seaweed-living rarity
The manta ray is making its move to overtake smaller competitors in Fish of the Year.
'That's not my name': Activist Brad Flutey challenges judge in court
The one-time political candidate was found guilty of a number of charges.
Family of Rob Ludlow shares the dad's 'little steps' toward recovery after attack
The family says "a long and uncertain road" lies ahead for Rob Ludlow.
Overnight burglary at Countdown, no arrests yet
Inquiries are ongoing, a police spokesperson said.
Comfort food on the menu to raise vital funds for cyclone-devastated areas
Northland restaurants are cooking up a storm for cyclone relief on March 20.
'It's something we all fear could happen': Lawyer attacked in court lift speaks out
Family lawyer Brintyn Smith has described the long road to recovery that is ahead of him.
The digital Trojan horse: Should we be concerned about TikTok?
Data privacy and national security are critical issues that we need to take seriously.
Meth capital of New Zealand revealed in wastewater tests
Drop in overall meth use NZ-wide put down to reduced supply.
David Grindle: Govt-inflicted costs squeezing employers
Comment: The employment-related costs of doing business have increased significantly.
‘At their wits’ end’: Art show highlights families’ struggle with meth
Exhibition aims to raise awareness and explore answers to region’s meth epidemic.
Retiring JP calls on young people to become JPs
High number of traffic offences still bugs recently retired JP.
Claim of unjustified dismissal against Corrections
The Department of Corrections employee was terminated after refusing Covid-19 vaccination.
'Everyone will be counted': Census forms go to door-to-door
Extension granted for top of Far North due to after-effects of Cyclone Gabrielle.
Whangārei’s new all-weather athletics track gets soggy test, but ready for racing
Whangārei athletics track recently repaired after over a decade of use.
'Poorly planned and executed': Police unjustified in using firearm, taser in busy car park
The arrest attempt was 'poorly planned and executed', the IPCA said.
Brave new world: Couple reveals what it takes to buy a supermarket store
They courted playing netball, now Darren and Karen Huston own a New World.
Taniwha loose forward called up for Moana Pasifika
Waipū premier rugby skipper Jonah Mau'u has been selected for Moana Pasifika.
Kaipara residents forced to travel as town continues to go without a dentist
The only dental clinic in Dargaville closed more than a year ago.
Northland parents gather to celebrate Multiple Birth Awareness Week 2023
Twins come with challenges such as sleep deprivation and financial struggles.
Northland news in brief: Rock musician's cyclone fundraiser; excavator operator competition
The latest news bites from around the region.
A family's pain: Their father passed then the cyclone came
The cyclone further fuelled a whānau's grief as they mourned the loss of 'chief'.