Whangārei District Council meeting on Monday to vote on fluoridation
Whangārei may start water fluoridation on Wednesday, pending council approval
Why a Northland mum is on the hunt for a ‘nana’
Louise McCaughan seeks a 'nana' to teach old-school skills in Kerikeri.
Te Whara/Bream Head should be closed due to sacred land, hapū say
The Bream Head walkway is nationally significant but was the site of ancient wars.
Local knowledge the winning edge at 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
Two Far North fishers have landed the biggest fish at the 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza.
Ninety-year-old’s passion for pickleball encourages all ages
Helen Drinkwater started playing pickleball at 84 during a trip to the US.
Quality school lunches: Bay of Islands College leads by example
The Bay of Islands College kitchen team's skills and creativity result in quality lunches.
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Free trade negotiations to restart with India as Luxon begins visit
Luxon has promised to deliver a trade deal with India within his first term.
'The only one that’s ever worked': Pill funding welcomed by endometriosis patient
'This will really help, especially young women who are learning to manage the disease.'
Children’s Commissioner calls for data on bullying in schools
PPTA president Chris Abercrombie admits there’s some “blind spots” in the current approach
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Northland uni student one of eight scholarship recipients
Te Waiu o Aotearoa Trust scholarship for Northland uni student
‘Violent and secretive’: Dog-fighting rings going undetected as fear rules
People fear their pet dogs are being taken and used for the blood sport.
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Cruise ship Regatta docks at North Port, Marsden Point Whangarei
Cruise ship Regatta docks at North Port, Marsden Point Whangarei. Video / The Northern Advocate
Operation Flotation
Northlander Pat Millar took it upon herself to put flotation devices at beaches nationwide after Wairongoa ‘Magoo’ Renata drowned at a Far North beach Video / Michael Cunningham
Friday’s weigh in for Wahine Toa II
The double female world boxing bout event being held in Whangārei on Saturday night, December 2. Video / Northern Advocate
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‘Sky’s the limit’ for overseas kingfish market as demand far outweighs supply
Less than a year open, Northland's kingfish farm is already getting national recognition.
Bay News: Rare images of NZ’s early trading ships
Maritime historian's sleuthing brings images to light.
Kevin Page: The unanticipated workout of chasing a runaway exercise ball
Mrs P believes a big green blow-up ball will boost our fitness routine.
Apples that can grow in 40C, dragon fruit for NZ - scientists preparing our fruit for a warm future
Both projects are finalists for the Science New Zealand Awards 2025 in March.
‘I make some money out of it’: Interview with a $2m money launderer
A scam victim who lost $1m says: “I’ve failed as a husband to protect my wife".
‘Violent and secretive’: Dog-fighting rings going undetected as fear rules
People fear their pet dogs are being taken and used for the blood sport.
‘Close to home’: Man killed in Whangārei homicide; murder charge laid
Emergency services called to Norfolk St where a man was unresponsive, died at scene.
‘Roaming freely’: Dogs linked to spate of kiwi deaths in Bay of Islands
Conservation groups are frustrated by ongoing kiwi deaths in the area.
Why a Northland mum is on the hunt for a ‘nana’
Louise McCaughan seeks a 'nana' to teach old-school skills in Kerikeri.
Kaikohe man dies in stabbing, police launch homicide probe
Police say one person in custody after deadly incident at a Mangakahia Rd property.
News in brief: McKay to continue its stadium naming rights sponsorship
The latest news bites from around the region.
Jonny Wilkinson: The wasp encounter did nothing to ease my phobia
The pain from the stings seemed to increase every minute.
The Faces of War: Artist Paints Forgotten Lives of NZ Soldiers
Portraits highlight soldiers' pre-war lives on show at Jack Morgan Museum.
‘Sky’s the limit’ for overseas kingfish market as demand far outweighs supply
Less than a year open, Northland's kingfish farm is already getting national recognition.
‘Surreal’: Community shaken by two Northland homicides
Two people died within 12 hours of each other after separate homicides in Northland.
Far North farmer battles feral dogs, urges pest species recognition
Farmer John Nilsson loses about 120 ewes and lambs to wild dogs each year.
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'It’s still very new in NZ': Horses help transform lives in Ōropi
A Tauranga woman is using her own experience to help others with anxiety and depression.
‘Prepare for heat stress’: Extreme heat streaks expected to rise in one NZ city
Scientists warn Hamilton's once-in-a-decade February heatwave is sign of what's to come.
‘Sky’s the limit’ for overseas kingfish market as demand far outweighs supply
Less than a year open, Northland's kingfish farm is already getting national recognition.
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The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
The dark side of having a big mortgage (the one you didn’t think about)
Leverage is a double-edged sword.
‘Devastating’ twist - Young family heartbroken after dream home snatched at the last minute
Tears in the auction room.
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Next-gen Mercedes-Benz CLA revealed: sleeker, smarter, AMG-quick
Electric and hybrid powertrains, AI and sharp new looks define Mercedes' next-gen CLA.
BMW celebrates 50 years of Art Cars with a huge world tour
After 50 years and 20 cars, the BMW Art Car collection is hitting the road.
Ferrari F80 hypercar makes downunder debut at Melbourne Grand Prix
Ferrari's most powerful road car has wowed the crowds at this weekend's race.
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Consistency pays off for Whangārei Silver Ferns star representing NZ in World Cup
Gordon was blown away to get the call saying she’d made the squad.
'They are just boys that want to cook ' High school turns out top chef men
"It's definitely a sign of the times that things are changing."
Wedding day chopper crash survivor: 'I knew my back was broken, there was screaming'
Rachel Jordan always knew something bad would happen when she was about 40
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Cameraman’s mission to protect our marine life
Steve Hathaway has dived for over 40 years, witnessing drastic ocean changes.
Scott McKenzie: Time to rethink our food system
OPINION: Smart adaptation and learning from each other is crucial.
How Northland’s new expressway aims to boost the economy
The Government will open procurement for the Northland Expressway project.
A young, violent armed robber and his time behind bars with the Man Up group
He carried out five armed robberies but is now considered a role model for younger men.
‘Gorgeous souls: Dogs who spent entire lives in SPCA shelter seek loving homes
Betty and Alexei have collectively spent nearly 900 days in the Far North SPCA shelter.
Te Whara/Bream Head should be closed due to sacred land, hapū say
The Bream Head walkway is nationally significant but was the site of ancient wars.