‘They’re driving out in droves’: Campground exodus ahead of storm as Civil Defence urges caution
It was looking like the best summer in three years - until this week.
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2022 in review: Top sports pics from Advocate photographer Tania Whyte
Favourite sporting pics by Advocate photographer Tania Whyte from 2022
Hamless, cashless, presentless and undieless Christmas for Kevin Page
Columnist Kevin Page had a hamless, cashless, presentless and undieless Christmas.
Photos: Plenty of entertainment at Matapouri Gala Day
Plenty of fun for all at Matapouri Gala Day.
Northland news in brief: Heavy rain and wind on the way; and Covid response recognition
News snippets from Northland.
Birds of a feather: Hundreds of colourful birds to view at The Parrot Place in Northland
Vanessa Barratt takes the Northern Advocate through The Parrott Place in Kerikeri.
What's it like to...work with big cats: Meet Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary's 19yo primary keeper
Most people are amazed and shocked when they learn what Georgia Stone does for a job.
Bay of Islands swimmers take the plunge for first sunrise of 2023
The Bay of Islands Ocean Swimmers have taken the plunge at dawn on January 1 since 2006.
New tech captures historic Tōtara North shipyard
A historic kauri mill is too risky to enter so drones have recorded it for posterity.
Photos: Taupō Bay Tractor Spectacular 2022
Once a year holidaymakers at a Northland beach celebrate their love of the humble tractor.
'Don't make resolutions': Seniors share their top tips for a cracking New Year
From what to ditch to what you should focus on, these seniors know it all.
Northland businesses expanding, despite looming recession
Planing ahead, buying smarter and keeping prices down key to thriving through a downturn.
Mangawhai health worker recognised for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder leadership
Chris Rogan made officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM)
Joe Bennett's new bin means more accurate projectile throwing
A square bin means more success.
‘Rugby has been my life’: Kaikohe sporting legend Cheryl Smith honoured
Former world-beating Black Fern now tasked with growing the women's game in Northland.
Working with others the key to Kerikeri scientist’s top honour
Researcher Bruce Campbell saved NZ’s kiwifruit industry from the brink of disaster.
How to beat the financial blues in 2023
Rising prices, mortgage rates and unemployment expected to put squeeze on Northlanders.
News briefs from Northland: Popular track open again; and stolen mail found
News snippets from Northland
2022 in review: Some of the Advocate photographers' favourite sporting shots of the year
2022 in review: Michael Cunningham shares his favourite sporting shots of the year
What's it like to...save a life: Hunter pulls injured driver from truck moments before explosion
A horrific truck crash turned a hunting trip into a lifesaving mission for Paul Speedy.
Summer of music: Northland's music lineup
Plenty of live music in Northland this summer as Covid restrictions gone
News in brief from Northland - Tractor Spectacular; and counterfeit banknotes
News snippets from Northland
News from Northland's bowls scene with Gwen Lawson
Latest news from Northland's bowls scene.
DoC's plea for Kiwis to take care of our marine reserves during summer
Plea for Kiwis to take care of our marine reserves.
Home threatened by Whangaroa wildfire; boat destroyed by blaze at Waitangi
Scrub fire likely suspicious, cause still under investigation.
Fire under control after threatening homes in Far North
Firefighters battled blaze at Whangaroa, Northland, with one home evacuated.
Whangārei dairy wants harsher penalties after smash-and-grab burglary
Dairy owner and family have scary night after store burgled.
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'.
Three-vehicle pile-up blocks SH10 at Waipapa, Northland
No major injuries but crash left one lane buried in broken bottles.
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.
Family heartbroken to lose 70 years of memories in homestead fire
The family were smoking fish on a barbecue when the fire started.
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.