Northern AdvocateKaipara topping leaderboard in Northland's local election turnout Councils are using memes to spark competition and lift voter numbers.03 Oct 11:01 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: Young disabled people don't belong in rest homesMore than 800 New Zealanders under 65 are living in rest homes.03 Oct 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateEnd of an era: Dargaville racecourse sold after century of racing historyThe 46.7ha property sold for under $1.7m, despite a $5.45m valuation.02 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman accused of putting toddler in suitcase on bus granted electronic bail, keeps name secret30 Sep 11:39 PM
Northern AdvocateAnimal neglect: Farmer fined after calves found starving, crippled and dead29 Sep 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s hidden crisis: Meet the locals fighting homelessness on the front line26 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBay News: Loopy Tunes sisters bring kids' music tour to the Far North24 Sep 04:45 PM
Northern AdvocatePickleball passion: Whangārei coach on spreading fastest-growing sport23 Sep 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Every vote counts': Teenagers want their say in local elections Almost 2000 Northlanders have turned 18 since the last local elections.18 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMayor says contractor should pay if found to blame for Dargaville water incidentResidents endured days of dry taps before water was fully restored.16 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: My Life is Murder scene filmed in KaiparaThe latest news bites from around the region.16 Sep 04:50 PM
Northern Advocate'Light at the end of the tunnel': School welcomes long-awaited investmentDargaville High School will refurbish four classrooms and add a new resource space.14 Sep 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOrange envelopes arrive: How and when Northlanders can cast their voteVoting papers are being delivered to 135,000 enrolled Northlanders this week.12 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's biggest mobile voting ballot box journey kicks offFar North District Council will take ballot boxes to more than 80 locations.11 Sep 07:33 PM
Northern AdvocateMandarin assistant allegedly robbed in broad daylight hails support after teens caughtOnerahi School children made cards to comfort their beloved language tutor.09 Sep 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland features in its own Monopoly edition, celebrating local gemsThe customised board doubles as a playful way to promote local pride.07 Sep 11:36 PM
OpinionOpinion: Gambling with the future of sport and recreation clubsThe bill risks reducing funding for Northland’s sports and recreation clubs.05 Sep 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland candidates meetings set for local elections 2025Local body elections voting opens on September 9 and closes on October 11.05 Sep 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Zespri virtual adventure returns to promote youth wellbeingThe latest news bites from around the region.04 Sep 04:45 PM
Northern Advocate'End of the reign': Decades-long Pākiri sand mining battle ends as company eyes up new locationBut, MBL will need to be prepared for a new battle with Bream Bay locals.04 Sep 01:28 AM
Northern AdvocateKaipara's water woes deepen with non-compliance in safety standardsThe DRRA questions water treatment and local authority transparency.03 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei Bridge Club raises $1000 on Daffodil DayThe latest news bites from around the region.02 Sep 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateSouth Island mayor rejects Kaipara council's guidance on Māori obligationsClutha Mayor dismisses Kaipara council's Māori obligations document as unwelcome. 02 Sep 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRoads, rates and Māori wards: Tangiteroria hears from four would-be mayorsAbout 50 people attended the meeting in Tangiteroria on Monday night.02 Sep 12:31 AM
Northern AdvocateHow Dying Matters Week is helping open conversations about death and dying'We don't want to talk about dying but it helps take away the fear.'30 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBook extract: Legendary Northland fisherman's dramatic sea survival storyHe improvised a rudder with tyres after the propeller was damaged.29 Aug 04:55 PM
Northern AdvocateTop law firm distances itself from Kaipara District CouncilSimpson Grierson said it did not endorse a controversial Māori document.28 Aug 06:30 AM
Northern AdvocateDargaville farmer turned preemie baby knitter praised as 'great New Zealander'Over 200 comments thanked him on the Advocate’s Facebook page.26 Aug 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateTornado survivor plans fashion fundraiser for emergency servicesTina Johnston is still recovering after a tornado threw her from her home on January 26.23 Aug 07:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders remain hopeful despite crime and social challengesCommunity spirit is still strong, with many groups working together.22 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: ACC urges farmers to prioritise safety during calving seasonThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Aug 04:50 PM
