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Northland man missing since Wednesday morning sparks search
Police and search and rescue teams comb bush area near Pipiwai for Kukama Waa.
'Our hearts are shattered': Teen who died in Far North holiday crash remembered
"Cool, kind-hearted" teen with a "confident bubbly personality" was farewelled on Sunday.
More Northlanders eligible for booster shot after new regulations kick in
New regulations around the roll out of boosters came into place yesterday.
Photos of the year: Advocate photographer's picks of the year
2021 was an interesting year.
Comment: Roads not the only spoke in biker safety plan
There are five key priority areas that need to be addressed
Three power poles damaged in three hours - car crashes cut power
Northpower crews fix outages at McLeod Bay, Glenbervie and Waipū.
Kai Iwi Lakes drowning: Rāhui in place until this afternoon after child dies
Visitors are asked to stay out of the water for 24 hours.
Kaimaumau fire: Residents ready to evacuate
Seaside township remains on high alert as fire continues to rage around the countryside.
Obituary: Citrus trailblazer put Kerikeri on the map
Thoughtful, caring, with a great sense of humour, Blue revolutionised NZ's lemon industry
Former DoC boss behind move to return sandspit land into public ownership
Plan to raise $1.5m to return land at Ngunguru Sandspit to public ownership
Northland news in brief: Reminder to get Covid test if unwell
Catch up on what's happening around the region.
'I feel vulnerable and unsafe' Life for region's immunocompromised
Northland's immunocompromised say they are feeling the pressure to protect themselves.
News in brief: Arson attempts investigated, duck hits powerlines
Catch up on news around the region.
'You aren't the only one using the road' - Five crashes within a few hours as roads get busy
Police urge drivers to be patient, keep calm, and expect delays on Northland roads.
Hot, dry forecast offers no respite for firefighters battling Kaimaumau blaze
Another breakout on Sunday closed SH1 and cut power to the top of the Far North.
Kaimaumau residents allowed home
Wind shifts and high temperatures are continuing to make firefighting difficult.
'Everyone was ... in good spirits': First weekend of 2022 had hot weather and good vibes
St John paramedics attended to 37 callouts on New Year's eve in Northland.
Ocean swimmers greet first dawn of 2022
They year's conditions were 'the best ever' with flat, warm water and perfect tides.
Resident concerned Kaimaumau fire may burn for months
Blaze on the wetland was first reported on December 18.
Kaimaumau evacuated again as massive fire rages out of control
Residents told to leave immediately; one firefighter being treated by St John.
Magical Poor Knights worth a visit this summer
The Islands were once home to 400 people.
Māori outpacing non-Māori in North's vaccination race
Number of unvaxxed non-Māori in Northland now 10,211 compared with 8531 Māori.
Carolyn Hansen: What's your passion?
What excites you when you first wake that you cannot wait to do for the day?
Campgrounds full, cafes pumping as holidaymakers hit Paihia
But business owners worry how long the good times will last.
Joe Bennett: The plot thickened the more I thought about it
It was clear that he did not believe the stick insect had ever been there at all.
Fintastic time for Northland fishers hooking tropical fish
Mahi-mahi and marlin among species in Northland waters as sea temps rise.
Unsolicited donation to help feed families this Christmas
Food Rescue Northland received $5000 from Hell Pizza.
Moerewa GP honoured for more than 50 years of service
Long-serving GP says honour belongs to his wife and people he's worked with since 1967.
Police, publicans prepare for 'uncharted' New Year's Eve under Covid
Police will be ready in Paihia as usual but don't know what to expect this year.
Margery Pita has given more than 50 years to NZ music industry
Singer and dancer for over 50 years, Margery Pita accepts honour on behalf of the band.
Knighthood for Northlander Farrelly - just don't call him Sir Chris
Knighthood for Northland's Chris Farrelly for services to health and the community.
New Year Honours: Northland principal humbled by NZ Order of Merit honour
Hora Hora School principal Pat Newman receives honour for his services to education.
William Wright, man behind Kaipara Harbour's revitalisation since 1996
Kaipara Harbour Settlement Treaty negotiator recognised for his services to conservation.