Northern Advocate‘So much for democracy’: Councillor slams mayor’s 11th-hour election moveElectoral officer Dale Ofsoske says in 40 years he’s never seen one called.15 Oct 11:30 PM
Northern Advocate‘Focus on sustainably grown timber’: Ikea company buys forests in NorthIngka Investments' 12,900ha deal covers nine forests, subject to OIO approval.15 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara bucks trend with one of NZ’s highest voter turnoutsKaipara’s preliminary turnout hit 57.4%, well above the 38% national average.14 Oct 06:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘It’s frustrating’: Northland faces two more Brynderwyn Hills closuresRoad crews will work 24/7 so resurfacing can finish within eight days.13 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHunt unseats Stolwerk as voters back change in Northland council shake-upPeter-Lucas Jones, Tui Shortland and Rick Stolwerk have been ousted from their roles.13 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTepania extends strong lead in Far North mayoral raceMoko Tepania leads by 4318 votes, with the final results due on Friday.13 Oct 12:30 AM
Northern AdvocateTight three-way Kaipara contest could hinge on just a handful of ballotsOnly 74 votes separated the three front-runners after Saturday's 'progress' count.12 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate Landslide re-election for Moko Tepania as Far North Mayor confirms prioritiesMoko Tepania won with 10502 votes, over 3600 ahead of rival Ann Court.12 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North Māori ward prevails after thumbs up from 11,000 peopleVoting was very close in binding polls across Northland.12 Oct 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Racist attack' or 'corrosive obsession' on race? 25 areas remove Māori wards, 17 keep themThe Herald’s interactive map shows referendum results across the country.11 Oct 08:42 PM
Northern AdvocateMayoral candidates stuck in cliffhanger, more results expected todayMore results are expected to be released today as Saturday's votes enter the mix.11 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North clear, Whangārei and Kaipara uncertain: How Northland’s local elections are shaping upFar North mayor Moko Tepania is 3600 votes ahead of challenger Ann Court.11 Oct 08:19 AM
Northern AdvocateLast chance for Northland voters as local election deadline nearsVoting in Northland’s local elections closes at noon on Saturday.10 Oct 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate‘We’re providing a lifestyle’: Developer's vision for beach town on Auckland's doorstep On Auckland's doorstep, a new development aims to lead the country with its eco-design.10 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateTeen accused of vehicle theft caught after 3-hour police huntOfficers with dogs eventually caught the 15-year-old after a short chase on foot. 10 Oct 03:07 AM
Northern Advocate'Ko wai hoki rātou?': Ngātiwai rangatira speaks out after ejection from foreshore and seabed debateThe bill would tighten rules for Māori seeking customary marine title.10 Oct 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFun, fitness and friendship drive Northland's leisure marching boomWhangārei's Northern Star team was so popular, they sparked a younger squad.09 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Cause of death unknown’: Whale found on Ripiro Beach triggers rāhuiThe 15m sperm whale, named Anahera, was found dead near Glinks Gully on Tuesday.09 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateKaipara's local election voter turnout highest in six yearsKaipara’s voter turnout is 38.9% and leads the region before election day.09 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDemocracy Northland defends Kaipara newsletter after smear claimsThe four-page newsletter was delivered to 13,000 Kaipara homes last month.08 Oct 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateElection hoardings defaced with swastikas and racial slursLocal Government NZ's Scott Necklen warns that abuse of candidates has worsened.04 Oct 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGo bananas!: Small-scale growers urged to tap tropical demandTallyman Bananas in Whangārei says people should look into growing the in-demand crops.04 Oct 03:00 AM
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 secretThe 27-year-old's next court appearance is in December. 30 Sep 11:39 PM
Northern AdvocateAnimal neglect: Farmer fined after calves found starving, crippled and deadNine calves were found dead and four more were euthanised due to neglect.29 Sep 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s hidden crisis: Meet the locals fighting homelessness on the front lineMonte Tito, Liz Cassidy-Canning and Petrina Pitman are helping Northland's homeless.26 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePower restored to settlement after pole falls into creek Northpower say the incident was caused by wet conditions over the past few months.25 Sep 10:38 PM
Northern AdvocatePM opens multimillion-dollar Kaipara water reservoirThe project is expected to create 440 new jobs across Northland.25 Sep 06:03 AM
Northern AdvocateBay News: Loopy Tunes sisters bring kids' music tour to the Far NorthThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.24 Sep 04:45 PM
Northern AdvocatePrime Minister to open Kaipara’s new $26m water reservoirA 22km pipeline will carry water north to Dargaville, boosting town supply.23 Sep 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePickleball passion: Whangārei coach on spreading fastest-growing sportRust first discovered pickleball while visiting his brother in North Carolina.23 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