Northern Advocate'This is a win-win': Health Minister Shane Reti cheers new child health unitThe Whangārei Hospital rebuild is still on-track, providing more beds than first modelled.13 Dec 12:30 AM
Northern Advocate'Incredibly honoured': Turner Centre wins Ticketmaster venue awardTurner Centre wins Ticketmaster Small Venue of the Year at 2024 EVANZ Awards in Auckland.12 Dec 11:48 PM
Northern Advocate'Everyone's had a guts-full': Dargaville residents rail against water rulesResidents blame Kaipara District Council inaction on water supply for summer restrictions.12 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Christmas fairy': 3yo Kiwi girl goes global after hilarious mishap on mum’s phoneAn innocent mistake led to unexpected Xmas cheer that's attracted love around the globe.12 Dec 10:06 PM
Northern AdvocateHow Blues' grassroots efforts are inspiring the next generationSam Nock hopes Northland faces in Super Rugby inspires kids to pursue the sport.12 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCouples rethink wedding priorities amid rocky few yearsBrides' priorities have changed after a few years of big changes, Kylie Springford says.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Growing ties with India, Te Kopuru fire and moreThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCharity to take Oranga Tamariki to court after $63m funding terminated for vulnerable kidsOranga Tamariki funding cuts threaten Northland's only trauma support, risking 230 children.12 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAuckland woman 'over the moon' after reunion with stolen dog – three years laterDe-Anna Kitto is reunited with her missing dog Baby after 3 years, thanks to a microchip.11 Dec 10:17 PM
Northern AdvocateAuckland woman reunited with dog after three yearsAucklander De-Anna Kitto was reunited with her dog Baby, who was presumed stolen, after three years. Video / De-Anna KittoWatch11 Dec 10:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Why NZTA's stance on driving simulators misses the markDriving simulators help learner drivers' experiences and reactions to driving conditions.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Northland Road Safety Trust wins at Whangārei A&P showThe latest news bites from around the region.11 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Pedestrian trial for Kororāreka-RussellThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAir NZ drops several Northland flights, raising connectivity concernsAir NZ cuts flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei, raising concerns over Northland's economy.11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Why is he doing this?' Former Ngāpuhi leader accused of assaulting teen on fishing tripRaniera Tau, also also known as Sonny Tau, was 63 at the time. The girl was 16.11 Dec 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice admit 77 min delay in attending Northland child double homicide was a mistakeA woman called police, 'hearing voices'. When they turned up, they'd been dead for hours.11 Dec 02:59 AM
Northern AdvocateHikurangi locals await end of highway detour disrupting townTrucks smash $300 worth of antiques by driving through Hikurangi detour.11 Dec 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's greatest rugby players immortalisedThe Northland Rugby Union is auctioning 30 framed jerseys to celebrate 100 years of rugby.11 Dec 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMayor pays for $8k video pushing for mangrove removal in MangawhaiCraig Jepson's documentary-style film states case for clearing 20ha of mangroves.10 Dec 10:23 PM
Northern Advocate'Best estimate': Company told to put $4.5m on hold as redundancy payout dispute continuesChannel Infrastructure laid off 121 workers - and it's turned into a lengthy legal battle.10 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateChristmas cheer: Whangārei Lions Club's toy appeal helps families'No kid should go without a toy at Christmas,' says Lions Club's Hugh Deverell.10 Dec 01:19 AM
Northern AdvocateKauri Cliffs: Where stunning views meet golfing adventure'It's your oasis': Kauri Cliffs offers a unique, relaxed golfing experience.10 Dec 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland hospitals struggle with IT outages, staff shortages escalateWhangārei doctor warns: 'Co-opting healthcare assistants for calls is wildly inappropriate.'09 Dec 07:57 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Excavator expert off to nationals after regional winThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKororāreka 'makes sense': Historic name change decision imminentThe push to restore the town's original Māori name has been underway since 2021.09 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGrief affects half of Kiwis, study reveals‘Grief needs to be recognised’, says Katrina King; many rely on untrained friends.09 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateComment: Feeling stink at the beachKevin Page's dog walk runs into a foul issue.09 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSoulful family band The Petersens set for Whangārei, Kerikeri showsThe Petersens will be performing in Kerikeri and Whangārei next year09 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrequent water outages in Far North cause frustrationResidents are frustrated by frequent water outages; council explores long-term upgrades.09 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateExhausted and in pain: Northland woman suffers multiple injuries after pack of dogs attackDog attacks in Far North rise; woman injured as pack of dogs maul her on Taipā Beach.09 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'The abuse of that monster': Court hears rage as paedophile's victims demand justiceHunt faces preventative detention; court hears of decades-long pattern of abuse.09 Dec 02:31 AM
Northern AdvocateGovernment criticised over caulerpa plans as boating season peaksNgāti Kuta's Louise Clarke calls for urgent caulerpa surveillance as summer boat influx begins.09 Dec 01:22 AM
Northern AdvocateLand planned for multimillion-dollar Kaipara development for saleDargaville Racecourse was set for a major development but the plan is no longer on track.08 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMāori All Blacks to host Six Nations side in WhangāreiScotland will face the Māori All Blacks in Whangārei, their first meeting in 25 years.08 Dec 07:00 PM
