Church appeals for return of stolen cannon
The centuries-old cannon, or carronade, was displayed in a returned services cemetery.
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On the road with John: The way our brains develop can have an impact on our driving.
'They don't feel safe anymore': Remote community's pursuit for permanent police
Recent crimes in South Hokianga have led locals to start a petition for more police.
'Logistical nightmare': 60 schools damaged by Cyclone Gabrielle
Damage includes flooded classrooms, roofs ripped off and major cracks in the pavement.
Field Days is back: Northland's largest agriculture event returns after three-year Covid layoff
Roarsome: Quirky competitions and excellent exhibitions
Hot air balloon a thriller for young Northland schoolkids
Morningside School students, teachers and parents get up on a hot air balloon.
Man airlifted to hospital after alleged shooting in remote community
A man was found with gunshot wounds on a rural road on the outskirts of Whangārei.
'Demeaning' revenge attack: Pair shave woman's head, escape conviction
'Disgraceful and demeaning' - the victim was attacked while holding her 3-year-old son.
Why heavy vehicles are allowed on vital SH1 route
Trucks under 50 tonnes can travel on the Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd.
Wet tar seal turns quick trip for a pie into $5000 bill no one is fronting for
Dan Tothill, reliant on his car due to a knee injury, has had to go without since January.
Generators on way to Far North as Red Cross heeds Mayor’s appeal for help
TV host asked Moko Tepania about the one thing that would most help hard-hit communities.
Financial hardship a big issue faced by elderly, says Minister for Seniors
Age Concern said the rising cost of living is a major issue for local elderly people.
Marae keeps remote Northland community safe during Cyclone Gabrielle response
Far North marae keeps community connected, fed and entertained during Cyclone Gabrielle.
SH1 through Brynderwyns to partially re-open
The road will be open to northbound traffic only.
Second Northland police officer quits while under investigation
The police officer resigned after a complaint about behaviour towards a potential recruit.
Understaffed Whangārei nurses requested army support at flu season’s peak
Nurses issued a formal health and safety complaint to the hospital in September.
Iwi leader hits back at PM's promise: The North has been 'forgotten for decades'
Northland's state post-cyclone highlights decades of under-investment, says iwi leader.
The road to Mangawhai: A difficult and fractured journey
Advocate staff share their challenging - once easy - road trip to Mangawhai.
Lower wages but higher rent: Northlanders stung by price hikes
Rents have risen more in Northland than in any other part of the country.
Police ramp up appeal for information about vicious early morning assault
A group of men were reportedly involved in the early morning assault in urban Whangārei.
Closed detour through Waipū and Mangawhai should reopen on Friday
Blocked Waipū and Mangawhai detour round SH1 Brynderwyns closure cleared on Friday
Dog stolen along with van returned but man's livelihood remains in tatters
Rodney Murray was getting water for CatDog when his van - and the dog - were stolen.
Severe thunderstorm warning for Whangārei, Kaipara
Severe thunderstorms are not what sodden Northland needs.
Famous ventriloquist David Strassman's kind gesture in wake of cyclone
The comedian is giving away tickets to his Whangārei show.
The luxury coastal resort's expansion plan that's infuriated locals, iwi
The GM of Carrington Estate speaks out after intense scrutiny of the pristine resort.
At least $120m needed to fix Northland roads damaged by cyclone
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast for Northland, but the week improves.
IBF title fight: Te Arani Moana Daniels gets her shot at a world heavyweight title
Lani Daniels is sparring for a shot at a world title
'I just ran': Teacher barely escapes landslide that rips home apart
Mangawhai community rallying together for teacher.
It's the right thing to do: SPCA urges doggy daycare centres to get certified to improve animal welfare
A Whangārei doggy daycare is urging other daycare centres to get certified with the SPCA.
Photos: Northlanders turnout in droves for popular fun run in the sun
Many Northlanders donned their running shoes to take part in the much-loved event.
Zedyn triumphs again in Kerikeri skate comp
Annual event draws some of the nation’s top vert skateboaders to Kerikeri Domain.
Northland road repair bill to top $120m - mayor
Motorists from outside Northland are being asked not to travel to the region today.
Storm damage: Your guide to navigating road closures
A number of roads in Mangawhai are down to single lane.
NZ Herald and Northern Advocate papers unable to be delivered
Flooding and slips made delivery conditions too difficult.