Northern Advocate|Updated'You never know when you'll need them': Survivor urges Cancer Society supportAbout 270 more volunteers are needed in Northland for Daffodil Day on August 29 and 30.18 Aug 06:52 PM
Northern Advocate|UpdatedCrews called to overnight blaze in WhangāreiThe fire started around 3.18am in Maunu.18 Aug 06:37 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageTears of joy and hunger at the airport - Kevin Page OPINION: To say it was an emotional homecoming is a bit of an understatement.18 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'My dogs have attacked my bro': Man allegedly mauled to death by pack of hungry dogs Abel Wira's 23 dogs were known for their aggressive behaviour and had bitten him before. 18 Aug 07:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Like a pawn': Whangārei Hospital nurses refuse to be shifted aroundThe Ward 4 nurses are refusing to be redeployed to other wards in the partial strike.18 Aug 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'Nothing but positive': Police Minister backs Northland police over racism claimsMark Mitchell and local MP Shane Jones say the force deserves public support.18 Aug 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'A life-changing impact': Free dental care brings smiles in KaitaiaPatients receive extractions and fillings, chosen based on high needs.18 Aug 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTasman Mako defeat Northland Taniwha 28-14 in NPC clashIt was Northland's first home loss.17 Aug 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate89-year-old speaks from hospital after confrontation with man he chased on farm at 3amKaikohe's John Coleman was a New Zealander of the Year nominee for a pā gift to Māori.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateInternal NZ Police email sparks racism accusation, Northland exodus blamed on culture An anonymous officer has revealed an email accidentally sent to all Northland staff.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: There are hidden victims in Phil Goff's $160k meth lab clean-up ordealOPINION: Meth testing and remediation was big business a few years ago.17 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHikurangi Home Cookery features on Al Brown's new video seriesRevered chef Al Brown has started a video series trying - and reviewing - Hikurangi Home Cookery's goods. Video / Brodie StoneWatch17 Aug 04:50 PM
Northern Advocate'Absolute piece of brilliance': Celebrity chef Al Brown raves about Whangārei bakery Brown has started a video series trying a Hikurangi bakery's goods. 17 Aug 04:50 PM
Northern Advocate'Kicking me in the guts': Jailed rapist, arsonist claims parole system is unfairBut the Parole Board has reminded Allan Titford he's under sentence until 2037.17 Aug 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Hypocrisy': Council criticised over invasive tree spreadTaiwanese Cherry seeds, spread by tui, rapidly colonise open areas.17 Aug 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Shame on Shane': 100 protest fast-track developments in WhangāreiProtesters opposed a marina at Waipiro Bay and sand-mining in Bream Bay.17 Aug 03:52 AM
Northern AdvocateHow Northland's festivals are showcasing local writers and poetsThe Northland Writers Readers and Poets Festival runs from August 29 to 31.17 Aug 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Surreal' success: Mangawhai masterpiece wins five top build awardsJudges praised the Smith Construction build's elegant design and outdoor living features.15 Aug 10:53 PM
Northern AdvocateSite of Whangārei's big cat park up for sale, future in buyer's handsThe sanctuary says it houses 13 lions, two bengal tigers, and one leopard.15 Aug 07:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMana over money: Why Māori influencer rejected $50k gambling deal He travelled to Turkey for dental work, saving thousands.15 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'The best of all worlds': Lifelong campers embrace Far North havenThe Lloyds camp at Houhora Heads every year, sometimes for months.15 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionPaul Linton: Backing Northland is a smart move for New ZealandProjects announced for Northland will boost energy security, logistics and exports.15 Aug 04:45 PM
Northern AdvocateCircus show in te reo Māori to light up Whangārei, Kerikeri stagesPerformed entirely in te reo Māori, it features kapa haka and aerial artistry.15 Aug 04:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: 'Over the moon' - NZ's top young butcher celebrates big winThe latest news bites from around the region.15 Aug 04:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: From sceptic to air-fryer convertOPINION: Despite initial doubts, the air fryer became a daily essential.15 Aug 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSurf club in rapidly growing coastal community appeals for slip-repair rescueMangawhai surf club has done $1.9m in repair work but is short by $120k for its clubrooms.15 Aug 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFisheries NZ proposes closure of crayfishing areas to aid recoveryEnvironmentalists applaud the move to restore crayfish populations and habitats.15 Aug 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRetired dairy farmer knits more than 1000 blankets for neonatal babiesMike Gilligan makes colourful baby blankets for Whangārei Hospital.14 Aug 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Last resort': More schools struggle as teacher illness forces students homeWhangārei Boys' High had 20 teaching staff unwell, forcing Year 12s to be rostered home.14 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLegal issue halts trial for Northland man accused of rape, bestiality with cowsA three-week trial in Whangārei District Court ended abruptly on its fourth day. 14 Aug 04:53 AM
Northern Advocate'Great result': Two arrested, stolen laptop recovered in Onerahi robbery caseThe stolen bag contained a laptop with irreplaceable university material.14 Aug 03:06 AM
Northern AdvocateKaipara council’s $52,000 report condemned as ‘anti-Maori'Mayor Craig Jepson claimed the report clarified council obligations and could save money.14 Aug 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice name kayaker found dead after morning outing turns tragicMatthew Taylor, 29, was the father of three young children, police say.14 Aug 02:36 AM
Northern AdvocateCourt rejects Northerner's appeal over tenancy laws The court ruled the motor inn was a boarding house, not emergency housing.14 Aug 12:00 AM
