Northern AdvocateRegional R&D plan good for Northland - WilsonThe region's economic development boss said he will be making a bid for a slice of $25 million funding for a Regional Research Institute to boost the region's primary industries.22 May 01:15 AM
Northern AdvocateDrivers feel fuel price-hikeNorthlander's wallets are feeling the burn now that a price war between local fuel stations has ended, forcing petrol prices up.21 May 09:19 PM
BusinessOily Rag: Thrift gear to cut business costsFamilies are not the only ones enjoying the benefits of thrifty living. Many businesses gain lots of profit from having a frugal mindset, write Frank and Muriel Newman.09 May 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate$42m sale of farms to Chinese under considerationThe Overseas Investment Office is believed to be still considering a $42 million purchase of seven Far North farms by a Chinese company.07 May 07:02 PM
BusinessAlan Clarke: Give investments timeMake no mistake, investing is a tough game and one that is extremely unforgiving. However, following this checklist may help make it easier, says Alan Clarke.07 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorth's jobless rate climbs 1.6pcNorthland's unemployment rate hit a two-year high over summer, with 1300 more people looking for work compared to three months prior.06 May 09:49 PM
BusinessJeremy Tauri: Wages may prove your best choiceFor the self-employed payday is not as straightforward as it might seem, writes Jeremy Tauri.06 May 04:50 PM
BusinessSPI directors fined over financial reporting breachTwo directors involved in Whangarei's $9.5 million Quest apartment block have been fined $25,312 each for breaching the Financial Reporting Act.06 May 02:00 AM
BusinessLiz Koh: How much risk can you takeThe definition of investment risk is not the probability of losing money, but the probability that the investment outcome will not be what you expect.05 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateInternational award for Paihia B&BInge Amsler's dedication to guests may be why her Bay of Islands bed and breakfast has won an international award.01 May 04:18 AM
Northern Advocate26 people poisoned by bakeryA major outbreak of food poisoning affecting 26 people throughout the North Island has been traced back to a Northland bakery.01 May 12:11 AM
Northern AdvocateNew crane will mean fewer trucks on highwayA $5million crane for loading containers on to ships at Northport will take cargo trucks off the road south of Marsden Pt, says the port boss.01 May 12:02 AM
Northern AdvocateOne in five farms pollutingNearly half of Northland's 965 dairy farms did not meet consent conditions for effluent management in the past year and one in five farms chalked up significant breaches.30 Apr 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFerry fleet drops anchor in city to undergo servicingA fleet of ferries that have cruised Northland and Auckland waters all summer are about to sail into Whangarei as the commercial ship repair season kicks off.23 Apr 11:00 PM
