Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: The toy every boy wanted before Lego took overA crafty creation in the early 1900s whisked an Englishman to the helm of toy invention.07 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMore than 1000 bed nights during the Black Sticks games in WhangāreiBlack Sticks men's and women's teams to play Australia next month07 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA new sign name for Whaikaha, the Ministry of Disabled PeopleIt is the first time a ministry has received a sign name in New Zealand.07 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateRugby stoush: Breach of confidentiality and privacy issues behind team’s exclusionThe coach and players were gutted at being unable to finish the season on a high.07 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: GAS Kaihu fire not suspicious; Bay business earns $30k funding injectionThe latest news bites from around the region.07 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe weird and wonderful natural gems exclusively found in NorthlandMeet the variety of plants and animals that are unique to Tai Tokerau.07 Jul 06:09 AM
Northern Advocate'Your behaviour crushed their dreams': Lion park director jailed for assaults on womenOne victim said she has lost her spark. Another said she will never be the same.07 Jul 05:17 AM
Northern AdvocateEyeballing, yelling and swearing: Tensions flare as murder accused appears in courtCourtroom cleared after heated exchange between the accused and people in the gallery.07 Jul 02:09 AM
Northern AdvocateFamily devastated after blaze destroys home, business: Fire not suspicious, investigators sayThe investigation into the fire's cause could take several days.07 Jul 12:25 AM
Northern AdvocateMeet the Lion King cast 'smashing the glass ceiling' for disabled youngstersPerformers with and without disabilities have come together to create a memorable show.07 Jul 12:11 AM
Northern AdvocateMan who assaulted family court lawyer appeals jail sentenceIsaac Aydon has appealed his prison sentence for assault on Brintyn Smith.07 Jul 12:07 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Mayor wants reliable route between regions ahead of $270m SH1 safety improvementsThe region needs a reliable road network and access from Auckland, the mayor says.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kaikohe records more than 2000mm of rain in six months; sweet treats raise $24k for charityThe latest news bites from around the region.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateHigh school students mingling outside preschool has parents worriedThe behaviour of high school students has twice forced a childcare centre into lockdown.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSpellbinding Whangārei night light show sold outThis is the third year the Quarry Arts Centre has hosted the much-anticipated event.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDrunk gang father uses his patch to assault his childrenOne of the boys tried to protect his brother during the assault, and copped a kick.06 Jul 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Late artist's exhibitions raise more than $30K for charity, vape retailers caught outThe latest news bites from around the region.05 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBulls to lock horns with Knights in the RLN premier finalThe game is Knights’ skipper Chris Nahi’s last and he’s itching for a win.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCounting the cost of storm damage in Northland: $20m insurance payouts from one eventThe severe weather in February doused Mangawhai with nearly 400mm of rain.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Our lives have been turned upside down': Wife speaks of ‘horrific’ impact of street attackThe family have moved from Whangārei home and are renting an Auckland house near Rob.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Young butchers carve path to grand final; Council makes tough rates rise decisionThe latest news bites from around the region.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateIs $5 million dollars a life-changing amount of money?What would you do if you won the big bucks during Wednesday night's Lotto draw?04 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateResidents tell Fenz to 'get off your jacksie' as frustrations fireAround 20 protestors gathered outside the local fire station to send a message to Fenz.04 Jul 05:30 AM
Northern AdvocateBank recovers just $19k of stolen $330k life savings, police ID scam 'mule''Why wasn’t something done to stop this guy?'04 Jul 05:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateFar North Holdings cops heat over plans for public housing in HikurangiHikurangi residents pack hall to hear about community housing plans.04 Jul 02:40 AM
Northern AdvocateKoast art trail returns, bigger and better with more Far North artistsDoubtless Bay and Hokianga have been added to revamped Koast, The Tai Tokerau Art Trail.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Silent and savvy': Vietnamese man denies role in cannabis operationThe sophisticated operation was estimated to turn over $24 million a year.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Full steam ahead for Gabriel; popular walking track reopensThe latest news bites from around the region.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhat the changes to child support payments mean for beneficiariesParents will start receiving the payments from August 22 if the liable parent pays.03 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDinosaur, gorilla land Kerikeri man in courtThe identity of the accused thief has been revealed during a court appearance.03 Jul 02:39 AM
Northern AdvocateSH1 at Dome Valley re-opens to all trafficNZTA re-opens Dome Valley after slip cleared.02 Jul 07:08 PM
Northern AdvocateVince Cocurullo: Let's promote pride in our district as we celebrate Puanga MatarikiOPINION: The mayor writes that last week the council adopted the 2023-2024 Annual Plan.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Principals accept MoE offer; cultural sector fundingThe latest news bites from around the region.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFamily's narrow escape as fire destroys home - likely cause faulty doughnut machineThe family are struggling to comprehend how quickly their home caught fire.02 Jul 05:00 PM
