New Year’s: Some of the Northern Advocates’ top Northland headlines in 2025
“I thought ‘holy s***.’ It was a massive great white,” he said. “It was a monster.” Hopwood nudged…
Severe thunderstorm watch for much of North Island on New Year’s Eve
A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for a large swathe of the North Island this New Year’s…
Dog missing after yacht capsizes in Northland
Coastguard National Operations Centre confirmed it received reports from members of the public about the capsized yacht. A…
Northland rates freeze: Regional council proposes 0% increase for 2026/27
Northland’s last zero-rate increase was in 2014, also at the regional council. Tipene said the rates freeze would…
Parkinson’s story wins top honour in Northland school writing contest
First place She Got Away by Rachel Tan from Huanui College Morgan and Allie fell in love in…
Northland fishing lines drawn: MP challenges Shane Jones on marlin bycatch rules
The marlin proposal would allow the 300 to 400 marlin caught incidentally by commercial fishers to be landed…
Auckland Lotto player strikes it lucky with $5.5m Powerball prize
A lucky Auckland Lotto player is waking up millions of dollars richer after winning $5.5 million in last…
Rare Hector’s or Māui dolphin spotted in Northland prompts questions
Department of Conservation marine species adviser Kristina Hillock said sightings of Hector’s or Māui dolphins in the Bay…
Christmas leftovers recipes: Northland chefs’ best tips and tricks
Aaron Stott has big plans for this year’s Christmas meal – and the leftovers. Stott, the head chef…
Northland crashes and quad bike accident renew road-safety plea
On Christmas Day, a person had to be flown to hospital in a critical condition after a quad…
Northland police urge simple home and car security steps as summer thefts rise
“We also see a rise in stolen bag claims in December, often from busy malls, restaurants, parties and…
Person airlifted to Middlemore Hospital after quad bike crash at Poutō Point, Northland
Poutō Point is located on the southern tip of the Poutō Peninsula, which forms the northern side of…