Northern AdvocateShane Reti says health portfolio in good shape for Simeon BrownWhile he has lost health, Reti says he is still representing Whangārei at the top table.20 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWorld-champ kiteboarder saves swimmer struggling in estuaryThe young man got lucky when Marc Jacobs spotted him struggling to keep afloat.20 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKawakawa residents without water face long wait for its returnWater is being provided free of charge to residents from four tankers.20 Jan 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateBeloved mum’s death not suspicious, police sayThe woman was found unresponsive at a Moody Ave property on Saturday afternoon.20 Jan 02:11 AM
Northern AdvocateKiwi dies of dehydration amid Northland’s dry conditions, rain offers reliefRanger Bevan Morgan found the kiwi unconscious on January 11.20 Jan 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North businesses rejoice after reopening of SH1 after two yearsMangamuka Gorge reopening delights Far North businesses as visitors pour in.20 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Queen Elizabeth did the dishes' – $10m island estate that hosted royalty hits marketThe eco 'paradise' is also a hit with kiwi.19 Jan 11:12 PM
Northern AdvocateBatten down the hatches: Heavy rain warning issued for NorthlandSummer's on the back-burner as a rainmaker arrives.19 Jan 09:52 PM
Northern Advocate‘Too long’: Liquor licence woes halt supermarket plan in NorthlandThe tenants of a proposed supermarket backed out after objections to the liquor licence.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe unexplained disappearance of mail from Hokianga's postal systemMail going missing include a handmade bag, a heartfelt letter and cards to grandchildren.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe 'heartland for Māori culture and enterprise' to celebrate Māori businessApplications and nominations for the 2025 awards are open until February 14.17 Jan 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Hit musician returning home to NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBoy seen struggling in harbour rescued by vehicle ferry skipperBoysie-James Siosiua was pulled from the harbour after trying to retrieve a basketball.17 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: From ham feasts to plant-based resolutionsWill we sustain our noble nibbling?17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettSpending a penny for the toilet door - Joe BennettThere is a manly pleasure in striding into a door department and saying, ‘I want a door’.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhy Marsden Estate’s winemaking achievements will continue following saleMarsden Estate owners Rod and Cindy MacIvor reflect on vineyard sale.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBaby sharks found in Far North rock pools after strong tidesBaby sharks have been spotted in rock pools near Ahipara, drawing local interest.17 Jan 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRoad now open after truck blocked SH12 near TahekeThe crash was just west of Puha Rd near Taheke.16 Jan 11:16 PM
Northern AdvocateFamily devastated by theft of woodchopping trophyThe trophy was made from mottled kauri in 1966.16 Jan 10:16 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei’s Lani Daniels to defend world boxing title in AprilDaniels heading for rematch with tough Tongan.16 Jan 09:43 PM
Northern AdvocateVehicle found damaged after reports of shots fired in RaumangaGunshots were reportedly heard at a Hedley Place property on Thursday night.16 Jan 08:50 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s shocking’: Dust woes continue, residents call for stronger council actionResidents in the Far North are angered by dust issues despite dust suppression measures.16 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTaheke scrub fire: Blaze 70% containedOn Friday afternoon crews were still working to fully contain the fire. 16 Jan 01:08 AM
Northern AdvocateWhat's with all the kiwi in central Whangārei?Why are kiwi being spotted in Whangārei's central business district?15 Jan 09:27 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - lighthouse stays, man shot and pedestrian hitNews snippets from the Far North15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North public toilets hit by vandalismThe council is seeking the public's help after $2000 worth of damage was inflicted.15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHelp keep Treaty Grounds clean during Waitangi Day - volunteers neededVolunteers wanted to keep Waitangi Day commemorations clean in Bay of Islands15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFire restrictions in Far North follow summer water restrictionsFar North under fire and water restrictions15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Cape Brett lighthouse cottage hosts 1200 visitors after restorationNearly 1200 people stayed at Cape Brett's cottage since November reopening.15 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateInvestigators uncover the cause of Whangārei’s 20ha blazeNorthland's fire permits have been suspended until further notice due to risky conditions.15 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It was massive': ‘Monster’ great white shark circles fishing kayakerOliver Hopwood spotted a dark shape drifting below his kayak early on Sunday morning.14 Jan 11:08 PM
Northern AdvocateInnovative solution to swans hitting powerlines at Far North lakeTop Energy's solution prevents lines being wiped out by birds' swansong.14 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateStudy scholarships awarded to 3 Far North health staffJR.BM Scholarships to three Northland health workers14 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Growing problem': The fast-growing NZ town with no public secondary schoolA private school will open in February, but residents wonder where the public option is.14 Jan 04:00 PM
