Northern AdvocateWarning over swimming, water contact in Whangārei Town BasinPeople and pets should stay out of the water due to an algal bloom.13 Dec 11:11 PM
Northern AdvocateRace against time pays off as Whangārei Christmas Parade saved and ready to goSaturday will see the parade in full swing, including fair ground rides, food and crafts13 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateIwi put foot down over ashes being scattered at Cape Reinga'It is very much a place for the living.'13 Dec 09:33 PM
Northern AdvocateA lot of people are culturally bankrupt and want a way to their MāoritangaNgāpuhi will rejoice with a massive hui in Auckland at the weekend.13 Dec 07:07 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Missing elephant statues; police called because of paintball gunThe latest news bites from around the region.13 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBOI Coastguard dealing with thefts; Bunnings leads language journeyThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.13 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJohn Williamson: Our car increase is outstripping our population increaseOPINION: 85,000 new vehicles were registered in the first six moths of 2023.13 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateChristmas Appeal 2023: Special Olympics Whangārei 'woefully short of volunteers'The Olympics where the last athlete across the line gets the biggest cheer.13 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateQuit-smoking organisation inundated with people addicted to vapingVapes should not be promoted by Government, trust says.13 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRubbish barge collecting trash from boaties this summerRubbish barge back in Bay of Islands for summer13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Shop opens after crash and police want to catch bashersNews snippets from the Far North.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTeams from Far North schools first to third at Aquabots final, win spots at international comp in USAFar North schools' triple success at Aquabots underwater robot battle13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTaipa kids learn about traditional Māori fish trapsFar North students learn how to catch fish using a historic Māori trap.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew bans in place for vehicles on some Northland beachesThe change is something many coastal communities have been waiting for, councillors say.13 Dec 03:30 AM
Northern AdvocateCouple heartbroken after 13 sheep killed in dog attacks" ... once dogs get a taste of sheep, they will keep coming back."12 Dec 11:22 PM
Northern AdvocateCuts to te reo Māori bonuses for public servants takes 'country back 50 years', iwi member saysIt's yet unclear which payments will be cut and where.12 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate$9000 raised from Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled’s Garden SafariVital funds raised from Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled’s recent Garden Safari12 Dec 09:37 PM
Northern AdvocateNew competition forces drop in Whangārei petrol pricesPetrol has become 10, 15 cents a litre cheaper, says AA, thanks to a new competitor.12 Dec 05:57 PM
Northern AdvocateChristmas Appeal 2023: Bald Angels helps families in need experience the festive seasonThe Bald Angels is helping more than 1000 kids experience Christmas this year.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Santas to take over Hātea Loop; arrest made in case of cards stolen during CPRThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe best place to watch tonight’s rare meteor showerHundreds of shooting stars are expected to light the night sky.12 Dec 04:20 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei's beloved busker gifted new mobility scooter on birthdayMr T has been gifted a brand new mobility scooter after an alleged hit-and-run crash.12 Dec 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders with information on Kerikeri assault asked to come forwardPolice seek witnesses to Kerikeri assault.12 Dec 02:37 AM
Northern AdvocateNgāpuhi calling: 1000 registered, hundreds more expected for iwi huiNgāpuhi wants record numbers for weekend hui11 Dec 08:57 PM
Northern AdvocateSushi Gallery re-opens after car crashed through shop windowSushi Gallery Kerikeri owners are relieved to re-open after repair work at their eatery.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMr T's new mobility scooterAfter recovering from his injuries in a hit-and-run in October, Mr T is finally back busking on the streets on his new mobility scooter. Video / Michael CunninghamWatch11 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKapiro Rd residents thrilled with council decision to reduce speed limitResidents of Kapiro Rd in Kerikeri are thrilled with the speed-limit reduction.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Cat Rescue tackles cat-astrophic problemThe rescue currently has 60 kittens in their care but can take up to 90.11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - lifejacket campaign returns, try edible gardens and scrub fire extinguishedNews snippets from the Far North11 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateOPINION: Famous last words - don’t forget the cucumbersBy the time I got home and had carted all the groceries inside I’d had enough.11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia’s Christmas decoration may yet be put up after safety concerns and confusionSafety worries behind Kaitāia's lack of Christmas decorations.11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaikohe mental health unit gets sensory room to aid recoveryKaikohe sensory room helping mental health patients and families11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Tooth fairy' fined $7k for making dentures for desperate localsTooth fairy Claire Wihongi-Matene was fined for low-cost unlicensed denture service.11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGolden blooms from pōhutukawa trees spark curiosityNew Zealand's Christmas tree is blooming red and yellow this year.11 Dec 04:00 AM
