Northern AdvocateWhangārei Heads residents sick of slow pace want quick changeShould local speed limits be relaxed during school holidays?26 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Disease of the mind:' Mother who killed two preschoolers gripped by delusional fearsThe woman has been acquitted of murder after being deemed insane at the time.26 Nov 06:05 AM
Northern AdvocateAgency hits the road to share Northland Expressway progressNZTA says public interest in the work has been high.26 Nov 02:16 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Hospital on trackHealth Minister Dr Shane Reti says all stages of the Whangārei Hospital redevelopment are on track. Video / Denise PiperWatch26 Nov 12:37 AM
Northern AdvocateShane Reti and Lester Levy announce funding to help boost Health NZ's clinical workforceHealth Minister Dr Shane Reti and Health NZ Commissioner Professor Lester Levy say the new roles are aimed at reducing waiting times. Video / Denise PiperWatch25 Nov 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateExtra $42m funding for New Zealand's hospitals, senior doctorsThe Health Minister and the commissioner said the regions needed more of a boost.25 Nov 10:22 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: From calm to chaos – my encounter with an angry road userA face-off with an aggressive tailgater, diffusing the situation before it escalates.25 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFarmstrong launches toolkit to support farmers post-Cyclone GabrielleGetting Through toolkit to support farmers recovering from the cyclone.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia’s Garden Safari delights visitors, boosts RDA fundingKaitāia Garden Safari raises nearly $11,000 for Riding for the Disabled.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthTec a 'taonga' that could be lost under changesExperts say in a region where deprivation is high, accessible education is paramount.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Native fish helped past Ruakākā weir with new rock ramp installationThe latest news bites from around the region.25 Nov 02:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePerson found dead after grass fire in Far North townshipPolice said a neighbour found the person following the fire in Kaitāia.25 Nov 05:51 AM
Northern AdvocateHeartfelt thanks: Bay of Islands Farmers' Market hits 20-year milestoneBay of Islands Farmers' Market celebrates two decades.25 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMan charged with murder after Whangārei house fire that killed 61yoPolice: 'No one else sought' in relation to Whangārei fire that killed John Reuben, 61.25 Nov 01:50 AM
Northern AdvocateInvestigation ongoing into burglary that left resident seriously injured, dog deadThree men arrested after an aggravated burglary that injured man, killed dog.25 Nov 12:19 AM
Northern Advocate‘Kitchen aunties’ jobs at risk due to Govt cuts to school lunch programme, principal says114 of Northland's 152 schools are part of the Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch in schools programme.24 Nov 11:31 PM
Northern AdvocateFletcher Building inks $45m Marsden Point ex-refinery dealIt's the first customer to sign a deal after the oil refinery shut down.24 Nov 08:43 PM
Northern AdvocateRescued whales still safe at sea today: Public praised for their helpThousands of people thronged to Ruakākā Beach to help a pod of stranded whales.24 Nov 08:41 PM
Northern AdvocateAunty Kath: Kiwi Ferns legend remembered for her selfless dedicationHundreds farewell Kathleen Wharton; NRLW star remembered for her community impact.24 Nov 06:32 PM
Northern Advocate'Cherished part of our lives': League star mourned by family ahead of funeralKath Wharton died on Thursday, aged 41. 24 Nov 05:57 PM
Northern AdvocateMeet council, share ideas at Whangārei A&P Show: Vince CocurulloJoin Mayor Cocurullo at A&P Show to discuss council plans and enjoy free activities.24 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Beyond a joke': Driver's prized Holden damaged by stone chips from SH1 roadworksNorthland man claims $32k from NZTA after roadworks damage his car for second time.24 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWatch: Volunteers form human wall to refloat stranded whalesThree of the whales succumbed on the shore.24 Nov 08:21 AM
Northern AdvocateMan beat stepchildren with poles, cords, broomsticks and kitchenware when in bad moodChild's bruise at school leads to Kaikohe man's arrest for serious family violence.24 Nov 07:53 AM
Northern AdvocatePostvention as prevention: A Māori approach to suicide supportThe team supports whānau post-suicide, focusing on trust and community needs.24 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'I don’t want to be hurt anymore': Mea Motu on why she forgave her violent ex-husbandThe boxing champion endured years of abuse at the hands of her ex. 23 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSeventy-hour weeks and no pay: Worker's nightmare in NZ superetteThe worker logged 437 hours in five weeks - all of which was unpaid.22 Nov 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch banThe new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.22 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: Rare yellow geckos born - meet the mini huntersKiwi North welcomes four new gecko births, with distinct markings and rapid growth.22 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs: Navy open day - explore HMNZS Taupo at Port Nikau in WhangāreiNavy open day in Whangārei: Tour HMNZS Taupo, meet sailors, on Saturday. 22 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDisabled abuse survivors still face inadequate care - Jonny WilkinsonOPINION: Will apologies be enough to put things right?22 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The pub can be a sanctuary from wellness trends and a source of joyOPINION: Order another round before health and safety meddlers take the pub.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA Kiwi industry abuzz: How mānuka honey is finding its sweet spot again'You don’t want to be doom and gloom your whole life. That's just a miserable way to live'22 Nov 07:06 AM
Northern AdvocateDangerous Black Power member flees police: Sponge round fired during chasePolice appeal for information as to the whereabouts of Black Power member Toa Pitman. 22 Nov 03:04 AM
