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Police searching for man who allegedly shot at police, due for trial
Trial was due to begin this month for Cliff Wharerau and 5 others accused of kidnapping.
Cat's out of the bag: Mandatory snip 'n' chip questions answered
Find the answers you need regarding the change to the Animal Bylaw around pet cats.
New funding aimed at gambling minimisation as Northlanders spend $82,000 a day on pokies
Ngā Manga Puriri welcome new gambling harm minimisation strategy, including funding.
'Develop a winter plan': Ministry advice after 6984 new Covid cases reported
The increase in case numbers has not gone unnoticed and the country will remain at orange.
Northland's stretched firefighters welcome end to vax mandate
Brigades are not out of the woods yet - returning volunteers need to catch up on training.
Two men arrested over Kaikohe shotgun incident held in custody
Two men, aged 21 and 49, charged with reckless use of a shotgun.
Four people killed in four Northland crashes named
Inquiries into the circumstances of the crashes are ongoing.
Lawyer claims seasonal work scheme agreements breach employment laws
Seasonal employment scheme workers take a Hawke's Bay firm to court over pay deductions.
After 21 years Northland District Health Board is no longer
The Northern Advocate looks back at Northland District Health Board's notable moments.
It's here: Twindemic of flu and Covid, patients in tents and corridors
A double drub of flu and Covid has patients waiting in the cold at Whangārei Hospital ED.
Kaitaia physiotherapist claiming more than $478k in compensation
A second Northlander is claiming wall panels are faulty and is seeking compensation.
Kiwi racing legend Shane van Gisbergen big drawcard as Far North Rally returns
Kiwi racing legend Shane van Gisbergen to put Far North roads to the test.
Two arrests after commercial burglary
Two youths were arrested after a commercial burglary last night.
Stealing cars on TikTok: Social media account shows alleged crimes
Videos reflect trends of crime for 'likes'.
Live: 7423 new Covid cases, 19 deaths as NZ stays at orange
A move to the green setting is unlikely, experts predict a second wave will hit soon.
Man denies murdering Hokianga mum Gaelene Bright
The man accused of murdering Northland woman Gaelene Bright can now be named.
Te Aupōuri net 100 jobs per year for rangatahi
Te Aupouri fisheries cohort start training in fisheries sector
Lucky Whangārei Lotto player lands $1 million win
Someone in Tikipunga is waking up $1 million richer this morning after last night's Lotto.
'Foil' blankets to support Te Hiku's most vulnerable families
Free workshops will divert foil from landfill and instead use it to keep people warm.
Environment award proves point for supreme winners
Crawford Farms' award shows farmers can work with the environment in sustainable way
Northern Giant Petrel rescued
A northern giant petrel has been rescued after struggling to take off from Tutukaka marina. Video / Susan Sharp
Robert Webb talks giant petrel and other 'oddball' birds in Northland
Northland bird expert explains why more seabirds seem to be washing up on land.
Artist on a mission to save Northland's starry skies
Once painting complete artist will cover it in streetlights to illustrate light pollution.
Mum fears for daughter over state of fire service
Daughter puts life on the line for others for a "couple of bucks" more than minimum wage.
Two arrests after alleged shooting in Kaikohe
Two men were arrested after a gun was allegedly discharged, police said.
Sandy Myhre's latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds
Latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
'Changing my food habits has saved my life'
Amber's Kitchen is first of a kind eatery in Northland, now open in Whangārei. .
'We are basically in a crisis': Northland's ECE centre director on the Teaching Council fee and levy changes
Northland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.
Live: 7829 new community Covid cases, 15 deaths as vaccine mandates lapse
More than 8000 cases were announced yesterday.
Two arrested after armed police swoop on Kaikohe house
A major police callout is unfolding on a Kaikohe cul-de-sac.