New ZealandFar North meth lab at centre of nationwide police operationSeven people were arrested across the country following Operation Campbell.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: Police at 'breaking point' threaten to walk off the jobThe Police Association says officers are choosing between their jobs and their safety.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Education'Triumphant and symbolic moment for Northland's international education sector'Northland prepares to welcome international students for the first time since March 2020.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHead Hunter, King Cobra raids: Seven in court, methamphetamine, firearms, $100k seized in drug bustsPolice say they have thwarted a major methamphetamine distribution network.05 Jul 06:39 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I could feel my teeth cracking': Man assaulted after confronting teen troublemakersA man was left badly bruised after an encounter with a group of youths on a bus.05 Jul 05:00 PM
Education'It is up to us, as members of Aotearoa, to work towards racial unity' : says Northland teen on winning Race Unity Speech Awards winnerNorthland student is named the joint national winner of the Race Unity Speech Awards.01 Jul 05:00 PM
EducationNorthland rangatahi claims a double with speech and table tennis winsWhangārei teen wins big at Race Unity speech contest and secondary schools sports titles.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice searching for man who allegedly shot at police, due for trialTrial was due to begin this month for Cliff Wharerau and 5 others accused of kidnapping.01 Jul 03:19 AM
New ZealandNiwa weather outlook for July warns of flooding risk for school holidaysTemperatures are likely to be warmer than average across all regions.30 Jun 09:26 AM
New ZealandStealing cars on TikTok: Social media account shows alleged crimesVideos reflect trends of crime for 'likes'.30 Jun 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumEducation'We are basically in a crisis': Northland's ECE centre director on the Teaching Council fee and levy changesNorthland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandClearer skies after grey day for upper North IslandClearer skies on the horizon for North Island after grey, drizzly day.29 Jun 07:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'There's a lot of vigilante talk': Ram raids keep business owners up at nightNorthland business owners are having sleepless nights after two ram-raids in one weekend.28 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBank says sorry to ex-MP ordered to take off hatKaumātua says the way no-hat rule was applied during a bank visit was discriminatory27 Jun 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warnsThere are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.27 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandContractor awarded $4.3m after Whangārei District Council wrongly closed his quarryWhangārei contractor to get $4.3M from council after its negligence closed his quarry27 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig rise in e-scooter ACC claims in Whangārei since Beam trial started53 new ACC claims in six months of Whangārei e-scooter trial - a four-fold rise.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Reti: Dental exam wait climbs for kids across the countryUp to two thirds of kids in some DHBs are waiting for dental appointments.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFoggy morning in Auckland forces flight diversion; rain, snow possible this weekCloudy, showery weather is forecast to begin the week - with possible snow in the South.25 Jun 09:20 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuRenowned Māori astrologer Rereata Makiha reveals best spots to see MatarikiNorthlanders gearing up to see the Matariki star cluster may have to adjust their sights.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandArrests, drugs and guns seized following police searches in Northland'The community expects a zero tolerance for any violence, gang and drug activities.'23 Jun 07:40 AM
New ZealandDeadly night on Northland roads: Two dead, 8 injured in three crashesTwo-car crash blocks state highway in Kaitaia and diversions are in place.23 Jun 06:10 AM
Crime'Pull your head in': Judge to woman who breached home detentionWoman who twice breached home detention pleads with judge to let her stay on the sentence22 Jun 07:00 AM
All Blacks'Warmest welcome ever': All Blacks arrive in NorthlandLocal hapū's gift of a carved taiaha 'hugely humbling', All Black captain Sam Cane says.22 Jun 05:47 AM
EducationGraduating teachers carry region's hopesTai Tokerau's education graduates share their learning experiences21 Jun 06:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe council introducing mandatory snip 'n' chip rule for pet catsThe change has received praise from the country's oldest and largest animal welfare group.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland's 'tooth fairy' continues long wait for court hearingFive days of court time needed for Northland's "tooth fairy" case involving 20 witnesses21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne person dead and another moderately hurt in Taipa crashDetails are scarce but the Advocate understands two utes were involved in a crash in Taipa21 Jun 04:58 AM
CrimeMan facing fine for carving up native kauri and tawaNorthlander found guilty of illegally milling native kauri and tawa.21 Jun 02:15 AM
EducationEducation leader lauds Government strategy targeting 'disappearing students'The strategy aims to return vanishing students to classrooms around the country.20 Jun 05:00 PM
Crime'At some point' teen intended to meet girl for sex: JudgeMan instigated sexually explicit exchange of messages with 12-year-old Facebook friend.20 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandPopular judge will preside for another two years before fully retiringNorthland's Judge John McDonald will preside for another two years before fully retiring19 Jun 09:35 PM
New ZealandExclusive photos: Top Kiwi stars reunite after 28 years in drama about NZ's biggest meth bustThe TV series will film on location in the Far North for seven weeks.18 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentKiwi cast named for Ninety-Mile Beach drug bust seriesThe stars of the six-part drama series filmed in Ahipara are officially revealed.18 Jun 02:56 PM