PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateLong waits for Family Court time: Northland lags behind rest of NZNorthland has some of the country's longest wait times for Family Court services.01 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei school ex-chair remembered as 'the kindest man on earth'"...We as a community wish to send our deepest love and support to his whanau..."01 Aug 12:04 AM
Northern Advocate'Greatly disappointing': War memorial vandalism angers community"Those who did this should be ashamed of themselves."30 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMinister accepts health system in crisis amid rural hospital staff shortagesTwo small hospitals are reportedly using teleheath to service overnight patients.30 Jul 12:24 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateGrowing mistrust in law enforcement amidst long police wait times in NorthlandPublic losing confidence in police after long wait times spanning more than an hour.29 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWinter water safety warning as Northland's drowning deaths climbFour drownings in Northland already double 2023 total for same time of year.29 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North doctor shortage now ‘acute’, clinical manager warnsStaff frequently receive messages asking them to cover shifts at rural hospitals.28 Jul 11:35 PM
Northern AdvocateDoctor shortage increases waits for cancer treatmentDoctor vacancies and a reduction in planned care over summer are chief culprits.28 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders take to latest housing trend - the catioA catio is a dedicated safe space for your cat.26 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders flock to be part of record-high bird countAnnual count of the nation's garden birds has ended with record-high participation.25 Jul 09:04 PM
Northern Advocate'We feel so helpless': Attempted robbery leaves owners shakenThe dairy owner was assaulted before the offenders fled.25 Jul 08:26 PM
Northern AdvocateEgg and poultry producers prepare for arrival of avian bird fluExperts are monitoring a highly contagious strain of bird flu as it nears New Zealand25 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCaught on camera: Waipoua Forest rats have taste for caviarA discovery in Waipoua Forest is tempered by the presence of caviar-eating rats.23 Jul 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMaungaturoto Primary School burglary: Red Truck captured stealing sports container“I think it’s a real shame since it’s stealing off kids really.”19 Jul 04:11 AM
Northern AdvocateProbe into Northland shellfish deaths proves inconclusiveThe mass death event in Pataua was the second since 2022.18 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara Harbour water test near town shows alarmingly high levels of aluminiumThe aluminium could be toxic to fish and a potential cause of 'zombie' snapper.14 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOne year on, police urge family to come forward over sudden death of baby girlPolice are frustrated at lack of co-operation from those present when Kween Thompson died.13 Jul 09:22 PM
Northern AdvocateNew patrol vehicle to help with quick crime reporting in WhangāreiThe role of any patrol volunteer is to observe and report any suspicious activities.09 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWho's responsible for taming Northland's wild cattle problem?Hundreds of complaints around Kaipara follow Whangārei Heads Rd report.09 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice crash investigator retires after 43 yearsSport is what helped him pass the police fitness tests regularly.07 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCircus Kumarani marks 21 years as stage for all ages and abilitiesThe community circus is about supporting people of all ages and abilities.05 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei contractor's 20-year fight with council to continue with appealA Whangārei contractor's 20-year legal battle with the council is set to continue.05 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCold North - region suffers chilliest day of year - so farChilly winter morning for Northland is 6C below norm04 Jul 11:48 PM
Northern AdvocateCustomers owed thousands from Flaming Fires offered warmth from rivalLiquidators are working with Flaming Fires' director to get money back to customers.01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateIPCA reviewing firearm incident after shot fired, wanted man injured in fallInvestigations are under way into a Far North incident in which police fired a shot.25 Jun 10:58 PM
Northern Advocate'Unacceptable': Energy Minister on fallen pylon that cut power for 100,000 NorthlandersSimeon Brown orders Electricity Authority review into pylon collapse.21 Jun 02:02 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North areas worst hit by heavy rain, orange warning lifted for NorthlandSome risk still exists: 'We’ll definitely be keeping a really close eye on it.'19 Jun 10:17 PM
Northern AdvocateBridge vs truck: Whangārei structure hit by vehicle yet againThe Rust Avenue bridge has been struck 15 times since 2004.18 Jun 02:30 AM
Northern AdvocateIs it safe? Inquiry into Northern Wairoa health called for'Zombie' fish and years of pollution pushes Dargaville residents to call for inquiry.17 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateZonta Book Fair in Whangārei has new venue as call for donations goes outWhangārei’s popular Zonta Book Fair on again after new venue found.13 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Zombie’ snapper caught in Auckland suggests disease more widespreadThe sick snapper caught near Port Albert suggest the problem is widespread.09 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateThree Northland projects in line for new regional fundingAll three projects have resource consent, are construction ready.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAwakino Precinct in Dargaville approved to allow 384 new housesThe Awakino Precinct will allow up to 384 new homes on a 39ha rural block.06 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaikohe policeman awarded for 35 years of service to his Far North communityHis secret for his long-standing service is his “love for the job” and “incredible family.05 Jun 05:00 PM
