‘High attack rate’: Northland on watch after cruise ship visits with Covid-19 outbreak
An estimated 800 of the combined 4600 passengers and crew have tested positive.
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The Northern Advocate talks to experts to find out how to beat the cost-of-living crisis.
Floodwaters submerge sleeping tourists' car
Northland storm sees dramatic rescue as floodwaters swamp cars at reserve
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The latest news bites from around the region.
A little whale with a unique story
The skeleton is what remains of a minke whale that was found stranded on a beach.
Christmas spirit set to return to Kaikohe
Plans include 'huge' parade, carol singing, Christmas lights, and Santa riding a chariot.
Far North District Council's Hilda Halkyard-Harawira has been officially sworn as councillor
Far North District Council completes final swearing in ceremony
Opinion: The upside-down painting dilemma
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Bars across Auckland expecting crowds of World Cup rugby fans
Many bars have been preparing for the sporting event, rostering staff months in advance.
'No-one should have to go through what I did': Kerikeri son's 57km run for mum
Oscar McCallion shares his personal story to help others with their mental health journey.
Flooding on SH1 in Whakapara
Flooding on State Highway 1 in Whakapara. Police have since closed the road. Video / Mala Nosa-Brown
Te reo Māori production to take centre stage in Whangārei
Local talent is sought for Northland Youth Theatre's first te reo Māori theatre season.
Happy birthday to Disco, the kiwi that loves to dance
Disco turned two this week - she's one of an estimated 68,000 kiwi left in Aotearoa.
News bites: Parua Bay Clinic reopens, Heart Foundation calls for street collectors
The latest news snippets from around the region.
It's killing business: Chocolate factory loses customers during major roadworks
Makana staff hauled 58 chocolate boxes across Kerikeri Rd after couriers were turned away.
Orca make surprise visit in Whangārei Harbour
New Zealand orca are unique in that stingrays are one of their staple foods.
Aucklanders targeted as Kaipara opens up more land for development
More land in the Kaipara is to be rezoned for development.
Fran Kora's dream festival lineup
"Lockdown forced us to think outside the box, while working inside the box!"
Small Māori-owned lodge wins major tourism award
The business is one of dozens that were recognised during the encouraging awards event.
State Highway 1 reopens near Hikurangi after lengthy closure
Northland getting more heavy rain and strong winds
Far North councillor to sign official declaration today
Councillor-elect Hilda Halkyard-Harawira read her own unofficial document.
Jury set to retire in Whangārei murder trial where two brothers are accused of killing during a street brawl
Three crucial seconds of CCTV will determine if brothers are guilty of murder.
Heavy rain and strong winds for Northland for second time this week
Northland to get more heavy rain and strong winds
Bay News: Surprise for Russell stalwart; 'Theatre with a heart, soul and humour' coming
A weekly round-up of news and events in the Bay of Islands.
Kaimaumau wetlands may still be burning as summer fire season looms
The blaze affected 2800ha of land in the Far North.
News bites: School kapa haka fest returns, chess champs this weekend
News in brief from Northland
Bizarre twist as convicted animal abuser sues NZ welfare charities
The SPCA has seized horses from convicted animal abuser Lena Duncan's Far North property.
Parua Bay fatal crash: Improvements in the pipeline for notorious black spot
A day before Wednesday's fatality, four other accidents occurred at the same location.
The Terrible Two: Folk duo set to tour
'Music and the arts can offer people so much in complicated times ...'
Comment: How traffic offending can lead to a life behind bars
Driver licensing programme for offenders helping steer people clear of the prison pathway.
Northland homestays needed for returning international students
Northland is to get international high school students back next year.
Motorist walks away from freak tree fall in Northland
Northland was hit with violent storms causing metre-deep flooding.