Sandy Myhre
Northern Advocate Bay News columnist Sandy Myhre.
Northern Advocate contributor Sandy Myhre writes a weekly column of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
We are your advocate, Aotearoa. Uncovering stories that matter, asking hard-hitting questions of those in power, live-blogging sport events, monitoring the highs and lows of the NZX and providing Premium expert opinion and analysis. Bringing you distinctive, quality journalism and breaking news from across New Zealand and around the world. With specialists working together to create indepth reads, engaging video, and unmissable podcasts.
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Bay News: Duke of Marlborough wins top boutique hotel award for weddings
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Matariki and Puanga, a tale of two star clusters
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Musical brings local talent to Turner Centre
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Young archaeologists diggin’ the experience
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Ōpua street names honour Arctic explorers from 1845 expedition
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Kerikeri couple celebrate 60-year journey together
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Exhibition honours Operation Grapple veterans
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: WWII recollections of US serviceman in Northland
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Popular festival returns with top craft beers and live entertainment
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Glamorous stopover as Masterlock Comanche docks at Ōpua
The MasterLock Comanche left the Ōpua Wharf, heading for Sydney with 12 crew.
Bay News: High school students planning trip to Spain; Sandbar cricket returns
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Canadian star visits; Community rallies for rescued kiwi
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Stoat traps laid to protect vulnerable kiwi; Custodian of Paihia says farewell
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Rare images of NZ’s early trading ships
Maritime historian's sleuthing brings images to light.
Bay News: Monarch enthusiasts on hunt for tagged butterflies in NZ
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: International Women’s Day event in Kerikeri features four keynote speakers
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A never-ending mission, animal rescue’s rehoming work
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Upcycled art and vintage fashion make waves in Russell
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Mitre 10 Kerikeri's $10k community project nomination open
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Archaeological dig reveals Māori history near Butler Point
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Bay of Islands Sailing Week draws record 96 boats
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Alma G II gets new lease of life; Pray and Display sign shows sense of humour
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Pedestrian trial for Kororāreka-Russell
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Christmas cheer comes to BOI, Russell radio ready for action
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Kerikeri women finding appy baby sleep solutions
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Schools collaborate for pou project; singers celebrate 60 years
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Top Energy team a Connexis Awards winner
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Russell garden and other things show; safe boating programme
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: St John in Kerikeri celebrates 50 years
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at News from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news from the Bay of Islands
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news in the Bay
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A closer look at news in the Bay
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Kerikeri team wins in charity quiz night against The Dark Destroyer, Rumble in Russell
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Historic Kerikeri document discovered, local Matariki exhibition, new musical set to perform next year
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Dark Destroyer in town; Angling for a winner in renowned fishing contest
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Musical Gala returns to Kerikeri, pop-up meetings on the Waterfront
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Celebrating Matariki; carver grateful for public support
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Another Paihia family reunion; Bay of Islands Rotary Club sends clothing to Tonga
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Community board awards youngsters; Government funded flood deflection plan for Kawakawa
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Beer fest back; conquering caulerpa; citizen scientists set sail
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Country music festival again in the Bay
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: R Tucker Thompson chief executive sets sail; Kerikeri's bubble man departs
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Son of former airforce man remembers his father on Anzac Day
The Danilo family is remembering the 85th Soviet and German invasion of Poland.
Bay News: Fighter pilot remembered by namesake on Anzac Day
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Kapa Haka in Ōkaihau; Singers gather from around area
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A blithe spirit infiltrates Kerikeri; Christ Church filled to the rafters
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: All aboard with a storyteller; saviour steps in for waka ama paddlers
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: The art of artisan knife making; Saying farewell to a railway friend
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Local golf pro wins NZ PGA tournament; new water reservoir at Waimate North
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Paddlers gain spots for Hawaii
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Art exhibitions; changes for the sailing trust
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Hikoi exhibition; friendly stingray visits
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Fundraisers for young Kerikeri boy
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Cars torched near Rāwhiti; the longest weekend in Russell
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Ruins get a tidy up; dearth of domestics brought power to Kerikeri
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: ‘Adrenaline-fueled spectacle’ coming to BOI
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Meet the paramedic fundraiser; historic christening gown restored
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Going wild out west; Rotary Club seeking youthful applicants
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Bay of Islands sailing week to start; free kayak workshops available
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Superyachts return to Ōpua; ride of a lifetime for pair
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
BOI Coastguard dealing with thefts; Bunnings leads language journey
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Festive cheer comes to Kerikeri; safety lights turned on at Ōpua
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Village Vet expands; Springbank School welcomes new principal
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and the surrounding areas.
Bay News: Floral blast from the past; Christmas carols back
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Jason Momoa filming leads to recovery of large trove of kōiwi on Far North beach
It turned out a farmer had been finding kōiwi on Elliot Bay for about a year.
Bay News: Far North couple celebrate 20 years at helm of Russell Four Square
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: A Cracker of a Christmas concert; silent auction for art
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Hot Potato Band returns; fishing competition starts
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Māori language being fostered by council
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Bay News: Call for sailing competitors; Northland Chess Championship returns
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.