Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Sailing Week, Lotto luck and Blood Service backNews snippets from the Far North23 Jan 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateIwi plan to stop popular Far North fishing competition, slamming it as 'disrespectful'However, Ngāti Kahu's chair says the views shared are not an official statement from iwi.23 Jan 02:49 AM
Northern AdvocateTrapped by tide: Surf lifeguards rescue family clinging to rocksA high tide and large swells trapped the family inside a cave during a beach outing.23 Jan 01:31 AM
Northern AdvocateBack to school: Fewer Northland families homeschooling, principal believes affordability to blameAs of 2023, 10,817 children were home-educated - about 1.2 per cent of all enrolled kids.22 Jan 07:50 PM
Northern AdvocateHolidaymaker horrified after child seen hanging on to moving car at beachA child was seen standing on the vehicle's running board, hanging on to the window.22 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: A little prayer never hurt anybody - but my poor feetOPINION: I do find some comfort in believing there is something “up there” when we die.22 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSylvie Currin’s Kaitāia mural wins Keep NZ Beautiful awardKaitāia artist's award winning mural to inspire environmental care22 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateClass one meth dealer was 'ready, willing and able to sell to anyone'The woman, pregnant with her seventh child, was involved in the heart of a meth operation.22 Jan 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCentenarian and world’s oldest park-runner celebrates 100-year birthday with 5km loopColin Thorne knocked off the major milestone to celebrate turning 100.22 Jan 03:52 AM
Northern AdvocateHow a youngster is calling on politicians for safer weed-spraying on school groundsNot only did Henry Bedell present to council, he also wrote to the Minister of Health.22 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland mum of two fundraises for last-chance cancer drugNorthlander Cherie Coker will do anything to spend more time with her young children.22 Jan 12:43 AM
Northern AdvocateThe car most stolen in Northland revealedData shows that vehicle thefts peak between 10pm and 5am.21 Jan 11:51 PM
Northern AdvocateNew world record for Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey as part of a three-man teamKaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey part of three-man world record.21 Jan 10:39 PM
Northern Advocate$20,000 funding for three Te Hiku groups in Far NorthTe Hiku Community Board gives funding to three organisations.21 Jan 10:17 PM
Northern AdvocateMore than 300 workers needed for Far North kiwifruit seasonFar North kiwifruit harvest needs hundreds of people to fill vital jobs.21 Jan 10:15 PM
Northern AdvocateKaikohe A&P Show highlights rural delightsPigs do battle at Kaikohe A&P Show21 Jan 08:58 PM
Northern AdvocateNotorious drug park transformed into holiday destinationPaihia used to be seen as a dark, dirty place, but now has new life thanks to residents.21 Jan 08:54 PM
Northern AdvocateSH1 Brynderwyns closure gives time to prepare - Whangārei MayorOPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.21 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateConcerns SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure will see safety compromisedRoadworks are being done on detours, but not everyone believes they'll be up to scratch.21 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDerelict scout den in Onerahi goes down in flamesResidents say Onerahi Scout Den sat derelict for years ahead of fire.21 Jan 02:32 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Falls becomes the scene of an unusual crimeThe vehicle was reported to Police at 9 am on Sunday21 Jan 02:26 AM
Northern AdvocateChromebooks, shoes, uniforms and stationery - the overwhelming list returnsBetween stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.21 Jan 12:14 AM
Northern AdvocateFour people taken to hospital after water incident at Cable Bay in the Far NorthPolice said one person sustained serious injuries and another had moderate injuries.20 Jan 11:02 PM
Northern Advocate'Seized up and started to drown': Man rescued from water in Far NorthA man has been given CPR, a police officer at the scene said.20 Jan 01:24 AM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: Forget the back-to-work blues and be grateful for the gift of a New YearOPINION: Minor holiday mishaps can be frustrating but here's why they are blessings.19 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: Words do not belong in bed, they are for the daytimeOPINION: "We love to sleep. To deprive someone of sleep is a form of torture."19 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateLooking for Treasure: How a popular Pātaua campsite became a sought-after gemAs Treasure Island's owner looks to move on, a new book captures the vast memories.19 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from Northland - Moth plant and rook warningsNews snippets from Northland19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland movement inspires rescue equipment on beaches across countryThe move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.19 Jan 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Did it happen?': Jury find youth not guilty of school sexual assaultThe jury found there was reasonable doubt and acquitted the boy on all charges.19 Jan 02:39 AM
Northern AdvocateKeeping it interesting: Northlanders' dining habits revealed in new reportNorthlanders are demanding more from their dining experiences according to a new report.19 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Mum would've loved that': Calls to restore and protect Dame Whina Cooper's former homeCooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.19 Jan 12:32 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekendsHolidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.18 Jan 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBeware! Northland east coast beaches to be battered by big swellsSwells of up to 3m have been issued for the entire east coast of the North Island.18 Jan 09:04 PM
