Northern AdvocateWhangārei District Council given $3m for flood relief in problematic suburb$4m is to go towards four flood resilience projects in Whangārei, Ruawai and Kaipara.26 Jan 01:09 AM
Northern AdvocateProtesters block access as talks fall through over Far North fishing compThe contest protesters have received strict scrutiny from tangata whenua hapū Matakairiri.26 Jan 12:49 AM
Northern AdvocateRescue Helicopter Service thanks Northlanders for generous donationNorthland Rescue Helicopter is said to have responded to over 28,000 callouts since 1988.24 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMother and son killed after car hits tree, bursts into flamesDespite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.23 Jan 10:12 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
Northern AdvocateSafety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after deathPole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.18 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the 'terrible tragedy''16 Jan 01:47 AM
Northern AdvocateFall in suicide figures resembles a positive change, says Northland clinical therapistNorthland's falling suspected suicide rates and numbers are a positive for the region.15 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateVictory House: A rehab facility that reforms convicts through faith'My time spent in the house taught me to be a better human being.'11 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMan dies after his car crashes into treeThe 58-year-old was flown to hospital with critical injuries.10 Jan 09:20 PM
Northern AdvocateFunds needed for overseas treatment for Whangārei yachtieMarcel Syron still has no use of his legs and limited use of his fingers and hands.10 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLongtime serving Blue Light officers celebrate 20 plus years of helping youthA small investment in youth wellbeing goes a long way in making a difference.10 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSH14 has reopened after serious crash caused main road to close temporarilyMotorists should expect diversions to be in place.08 Jan 08:05 PM
Northern AdvocateBody found on Ninety Mile Beach: Far North diver remembered as man who 'saved the community'The diver was known to many as a 'tireless' and 'hardworking' community man.08 Jan 03:42 AM
Northern Advocate'It was so painful' - Family of Kaitāia toddler killed in driveway recall efforts to save herTwenty-month-old girl Azalea-Reign Kiani May Samuels died after being struck by a vehicle.07 Jan 04:02 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland weather outlook: Warm, wet this monthThe last 10 to 15 days of January are ones to watch in terms of possible heavy rain.06 Jan 09:10 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North woman has growing business 18 years after being unable to find eco-friendly coffin for dadIt hasn't been an easy journey for the company.03 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North duo to head Northland Inc boardFar North's Suzanne Duncan and Mark Osborne to head regional development agency board.03 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate6-month-old baby dies in hospital following crash in Waima, Far NorthThe recent fatality in Northland this year brings the holiday road toll to 19.02 Jan 08:40 PM
Northern AdvocateFavourable weather conditions here to stay for now in NorthlandSettled weather offers a 'good opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities these holidays'.02 Jan 03:57 AM
Northern AdvocateCrime, bad road behaviour among key concerns for North's communities over summerBurnouts, alcoho and roaming dogs are some of the things locals are worried about.01 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate151st Waipū Highland Games: A grand success after massive turnoutThe Highland Games are traditionally regarded as one of Scotland’s oldest traditions.01 Jan 05:15 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland New Year's weather: What to expect this weekend“Keep an eye out for severe weather forecasts if you plan to travel today and on Sunday."28 Dec 11:32 PM
Northern AdvocateSearch continues for missing diver in Far North"Our thoughts are with the family of the missing diver during this difficult time."27 Dec 10:30 PM
Northern AdvocateAgreement to help save Northland’s largest lakeAgreement should help restore Lake Ōmāpere's life force.27 Dec 10:14 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice urge caution after Northland's horror Christmas weekendTwo Northland road deaths and suspected drowning spur police safety call.25 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland beware - thunder and heavy rain likely on Christmas afternoon/eveningThunderstorm, heavy rain watch for Northland on Christmas afternoon24 Dec 08:51 PM
Northern AdvocateCould your social media post be defamatory? Experts' warningExperts ask people to be mindful of negative effects when posting information online.21 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateToxic shellfish warning for Northland's west coast - don't eat themVery high levels of toxin-producing phytoplankton have been found in seawater tests.21 Dec 03:21 AM
Northern AdvocateDead wallabies spotted on side of roads: Northland urged to be alert for pestEvidence suggests the wallaby sightings are genuine.21 Dec 01:04 AM
Northern AdvocateSweetwaters' sour taste in Kaitāia - no water yet from $15M-plus projectKaitāia's Sweetwater aquifer 'permanent' water supply not yet working.20 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTe Oneroa-a-Tōhe Ninety Mile Beach gets new speed limits as part of safety planTe Oneroa-a-Tōhe Ninety Mile Beach gets summer safety plan and new speed limits20 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRuakākā brigade chief steps down after 35 years as a firefighter'It’s time for the next generation of firefighters to take charge.'18 Dec 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocatePeria School celebrates success at prizegivingThe event was also a chance to farewell students.18 Dec 04:00 PM
