Monstrous discovery in Bay of Islands sewer prompts toilet warning
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Friends, family rally behind Far North woman facing cancer battle
Kelly Fogden is urging others to seek help as soon as 'something doesn't seem right'.
Simple summer meals: Gluten-free and vegan crusader Zee Tana
Tana runs food hub Palate Wholesome Collective in Kamo and Tikipunga.
Three-vehicle pile-up blocks SH10 at Waipapa, Northland
No major injuries but crash left one lane buried in broken bottles.
Covid 19: Child under 10 among today's reported Covid deaths, 32,010 new cases last week
The update comes after Kiwis scattered the country to celebrate Christmas.
Strange snapper: Milky-fleshed fish alarm holiday anglers
Fisheries New Zealand said it is working to determine the cause of the problem.
Whangārei crash Northland's second fatality of Christmas/New Year Holiday
Police were called to Puna Rere Drive where the crash happened around 8.50pm.
Summer freedom campers expected to head to region
A significant number of visitors are expected this summer.
Youth crime funding 'a drop in the ocean'
Just $2m extra will go to four regions, as ram raids begin to decrease.
Family heartbroken to lose 70 years of memories in homestead fire
The family were smoking fish on a barbecue when the fire started.
Simple summer meals: Smoked kahawai rillette recipe a go-to for Tūtūkākā chef
Schnappa Rock chef likes to use ingredients that 'have a purpose on the plate'.
Northern Advocate photographer Tania Whyte’s favourite photos from 2022
From dogs playing in the water to the election of a new mayor, it's been a busy year.
News in brief: Remote Northland connected to fibre; Bayleys Summer Photo comp returns
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
Photos: Plenty of fun in the sun at the Ngunguru Gala Day
The family-friendly event attracted thousands of walk throughs.
Tutukaka Coast Lions Club hosts the Ngunguru Gala Day
The Ngunguru Gala Day is a long-running event popular with people of all ages.
Person taken to hospital with burns after blaze destroys Portland home
Neighbours raised the alarm after noticing a house on Taipari St had caught fire.
Kiwi singer's struggle: When Nicole Kidman sent Keith Urban to rehab
NZ-born Urban's status soared when he married the actress but the couple faced upheaval.
Boxing Day boom: Shops heave with bargain hunters
Boxing Day continued the December trend of shoppers hitting stores in droves.
Northpower Wild Kiwi hopes to mark return with record breaking numbers
Competitors travel from all over for the race held in the scenic coastal hotspot.
Photographer Michael Cunningham’s favourite pictures of 2022
From fireworks to the A & P show we had it covered.
More Kiwis snapping up high-end properties in Northland
The region's diverse market may ultimately be a good thing.
Simple summer meals: A passion for food became Anna Valentine's life
Creating meals is a family affair
Shane Reti: Driving into Northland is a visual diary of 2022
We can make it better and safer for ourselves, our children and our visitors.
Firefighting Santa suits up to surprise Onerahi kids with Christmas cheer
For two decades, Onerahi deputy fire chief Brian Redwood has help spread Christmas joy.
Fisherman’s leg nearly amputated in horrific accident with boat propeller
"I clicked that if I don’t stay awake there’s a good chance I’ll never wake up again.”
Kevin Page: There are two types of six packs in the world
Comment: Don’t ask me why I asked for this particular Christmas gift
18yo woman killed in Christmas Eve car crash had the ‘biggest heart’, sister says
Jacinda Sione-Lauaki, known as Cinda, was on a way to paving a better life for herself.
Northland news in brief: How to locate holiday traffic hotspots
Catch up on what's happening around the North.
Simple summer meals: Chef and MasterChef winner Aaron Brunet's easy tortilla soup
Brunet's advice is find the joy in simplicity when it comes to cooking.
'Instinct' helps i-Site Paihia staff save British tourist's life
Two visitor info consultants didn't hesitate to put their first aid skills into action.
Holiday road toll stands at two after fatal Whangārei crash
Three other people in the car were also injured.
Topless sunbathing, a road trip with a budgie: Seniors share memories of Christmas past
From a post-war Christmas to a road trip with a budgie; here are some favourite memories.
'I’m not leaving a kitten down a drain': Volunteers save tiny wet feline
The animal had been trapped underground for at least 48 hours.