Northern AdvocateFar North mayor, 34, says now is the time for young people in politicsMoko Tepania is one of a spate of young politicians shaking up the halls of power.16 Dec 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Choosing a fan isn't all it's cracked up to beOPINION: The fear of fans selling out spurred Kevin and Mrs P on. 16 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Milestone': Iwi celebrate ownership deal for Kaitāia AirportKaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.16 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news in brief: Paihia Library’s festive flavour; Tara iti breeding season beginsNews snippets from the Far North and beyond.16 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRider Sports' legacy continues as local family takes over historic storeMike Rider retires, hands over iconic store to local couple Kane and Laura Attwood.16 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTe Tai Tokerau iwi marks 'significant milestone' in council relations'We are adamant we must cut a path forward.'16 Dec 03:01 AM
Northern AdvocateLevel 2 water restrictions set amid forecast dry spell in Far NorthFar North District Council has imposed Level 2 water restrictions.16 Dec 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWomen’s Refuge gearing up for 'busiest time of the year'Experts warn a lack of services and high deprivation fuel domestic violence in Northland.15 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKeen to help: Northland students volunteer after fire and emergency courseKawakawa Volunteer Fire Brigade's numbers have boosted thanks to a high school course.15 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDeadly dog attack: Northland couple demand council actionTwo roaming dogs recently mauled 18 sheep in Kaikohe - what action has the council taken?14 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: How a chance meeting made a hash of a drug-smuggling friend's lifeOPINION: Chance leads to prison for Sammy, a former schoolmate turned hashish smuggler.13 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePublic system's eight month wait means threat of blindness for 72-year-oldDiane only recently lost her husband after he died while waiting for an ambulance.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I love sharing it': Spreading Christmas cheer in memory of grandsonGlenice and Lloyd Hall have decorated their Hilltop Avenue home for 26 years.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'New Zealand has knocked our socks off' Family return to WhangāreiExit Only has been a solid craft in getting the family to their destinations safely.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate$50k reward still stands over letterbox wine killing of Dave DavanThe investigation remains open and will be reviewed in the New Year.13 Dec 02:01 AM
Northern AdvocateGovt and iwi secure $5.4m deal for Kaitāia Airport's futureKaitāia Airport secured for NgāiTakoto with a long-term lease and $5.4m upgrade contract.13 Dec 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'This is a win-win': Health Minister Shane Reti cheers new child health unitThe Whangārei Hospital rebuild is still on-track, providing more beds than first modelled.13 Dec 12:30 AM
Northern Advocate'Incredibly honoured': Turner Centre wins Ticketmaster venue awardTurner Centre wins Ticketmaster Small Venue of the Year at 2024 EVANZ Awards in Auckland.12 Dec 11:48 PM
Northern AdvocateCouples rethink wedding priorities amid rocky few yearsBrides' priorities have changed after a few years of big changes, Kylie Springford says.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Growing ties with India, Te Kopuru fire and moreThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCharity to take Oranga Tamariki to court after $63m funding terminated for vulnerable kidsOranga Tamariki funding cuts threaten Northland's only trauma support, risking 230 children.12 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAuckland woman 'over the moon' after reunion with stolen dog – three years laterDe-Anna Kitto is reunited with her missing dog Baby after 3 years, thanks to a microchip.11 Dec 10:17 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Why NZTA's stance on driving simulators misses the markDriving simulators help learner drivers' experiences and reactions to driving conditions.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Northland Road Safety Trust wins at Whangārei A&P showThe latest news bites from around the region.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAir NZ drops several Northland flights, raising connectivity concernsAir NZ cuts flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei, raising concerns over Northland's economy.11 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHikurangi locals await end of highway detour disrupting townTrucks smash $300 worth of antiques by driving through Hikurangi detour.11 Dec 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's greatest rugby players immortalisedThe Northland Rugby Union is auctioning 30 framed jerseys to celebrate 100 years of rugby.11 Dec 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Excavator expert off to nationals after regional winThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKororāreka 'makes sense': Historic name change decision imminentThe push to restore the town's original Māori name has been underway since 2021.09 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrequent water outages in Far North cause frustrationResidents are frustrated by frequent water outages; council explores long-term upgrades.09 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSoulful family band The Petersens set for Whangārei, Kerikeri showsThe Petersens will be performing in Kerikeri and Whangārei next year09 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGrief affects half of Kiwis, study reveals‘Grief needs to be recognised’, says Katrina King; many rely on untrained friends.09 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateExhausted and in pain: Northland woman suffers multiple injuries after pack of dogs attackDog attacks in Far North rise; woman injured as pack of dogs maul her on Taipā Beach.09 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateGovernment criticised over caulerpa plans as boating season peaksNgāti Kuta's Louise Clarke calls for urgent caulerpa surveillance as summer boat influx begins.09 Dec 01:22 AM
