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 Advocate'Lambs all over the place': Council investigates after dogs savage livestockCouncil investigates dog attacks; one dog shot, another impounded in Kaikohe.22 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDon’t give up: Northland man beats the odds, survives motorbike crashKerikeri's Jack Poutsma reveals how he overcame severe head injury from motorbike crash.21 Nov 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police investigate inmate’s sudden deathThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDidn't leave home for three years: Loneliness 'at epidemic levels' among pensioners in NZLoneliness among New Zealand's seniors is reaching epidemic levels, Age Concern says.21 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice call off search for small boat linked to transnational crime groupPolice didn't say why the search was abandoned a day after announcing the hunt for a vessel. 21 Nov 01:20 AM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs: Pumpkin growers buzz for upcoming Mangakahia Giant Pumpkin CompetitionThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'He does have a hole in his soul': Man who caused death of off-duty policewoman sentencedGail Shepherd is described as a genuine, straight talker who kept her family together.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTanks a lot: Mike Butler's water tank project helps whānau in needThe Far North resident, 63, also leads civil defence, festivals and marae work in Moerewa.20 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Schools collaborate for pou project; singers celebrate 60 yearsThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHealth and conservation champions named Kiwibank Local Hero medallistsOrca expert Dr Ingrid Visser and Māori activist Hilda Halkyard-Harawira are among them.20 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia market stall gathering views and questions for 2025 Far North District Council electionKaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections19 Nov 11:43 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North: Ngāwhā cell fire; Lifeguard patrols return; Students join runThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Nov 11:08 PM
Northern AdvocateMissing at sea: Mystery surrounds small boat linked to drug importation ringThe international investigation has seen 10 arrested but a small craft is now missing.19 Nov 07:52 PM
Northern Advocate'Born sleeping': How this Kiwi mum marks the loss of her stillborn daughterKerikeri mum honours stillborn daughter with annual cafe donations and balloon releases.19 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei’s fluoridation fracas flares as deadline nearsThe council is required to add fluoride to its water by March 2025.19 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSpooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym clubA spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: House tour raises a record amountThe latest news bites from around the region.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCommercial vessel caught with gear in marine protected areaNorthland Regional Council said it was the first time a formal enforcement has been done.18 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateKevin Page: Fuel station mix-up had me worriedOPINION: I've never found it so difficult to part with my money.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I've had nightmares': Petition calls for Govt action to fight toxic weedWithout a proper plan the weed would take over the landscape and dominate pasture.17 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's tough but I'm tougher': Te Tai Tokerau MP reveals challenges of ParliamentMariameno Kapa-Kingi talks infrastructure, Northland roads and Parliament's challenges.17 Nov 05:22 PM
Northern AdvocateFake plates outsmarting speed cameras, Northland leaders warnA councillor was alerted to the issue by an NZTA staff member.17 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Monthly food prices fall; Kaitāia Spring Clean postponedThe latest news bites from around the region.15 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateSand mining concerns grow as Bream Bay project could be fast-trackedThe fast-track process may hand 'the keys to the coastline' to the sand miner, some fear.15 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: A trip to the optometristOPINION: Shortly thereafter I ordered my first pair of prescription glasses.15 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘This baby is going to be so loved’: Woman's 'super-selfless deed' for coupleDespite complications, Colthurst plans to deliver a healthy baby to the supportive couple.15 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Women make great leaders': Uplifting event boosts women’s leadership skillsThe Leading Ladies Northland event encouraged women to push aside self-doubt.15 Nov 03:15 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North Mayor Moko Tepania outlines recovery plans at first state-style addressMayor Moko Tepania outlines Far North's recovery plans at first state address in Kerikeri.14 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHospital workers say patients were transferred because of lift breakdownThe workers dispute Health NZ's statement on the effect of the lift malfunction.13 Nov 11:04 PM
Northern AdvocateStudents inspired at first te reo Māori immersion careers workshopAbout 8000 students have been through the Inspiring the Future programme.13 Nov 08:17 PM
Northern Advocate'The world is starting to take notice': Māori sporting champs inspiring next generationKaitāia boxing world champ Mea Motu part of nine-strong Māori sports stars panel M913 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLocals risk speeding tickets to get to hospital as ambulance station closed indefinitelySt John's Kawakawa ambulance station is closed with no timeline for repairs or reopening.13 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate190-year-old Te Waimate Mission Station hosting creative SundayFar North's Te Waimate Mission Station to hold creative day13 Nov 04:00 PM
