Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Northland Regional Council approves rates rise, lower than forecastThe latest news bites from around the region.25 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: The responsibility of grandparents in child car safetyGrandparents may struggle with car seat installations, but kids are safer with them.25 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMan pleads not guilty to charges in death of Bay of Islands nurseA 59-year-old is charged with careless driving, causing the death of Mandy Rita Mackenzie.25 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s council water shake-up: Big changes, bigger bills ahead?About 130,000 water connections in Northland will be affected by new plans.25 Jun 01:52 AM
Northern AdvocateStudent-led art project challenges stigma around mental illnessCerise Tana, who is studying social work, says the art is a form of activism.25 Jun 01:24 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North couple lose home, pets in devastating fireOwners Susie and Kevin Wheller have been left with nothing but the clothes on their back. 24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePerson airlifted to hospital after alleged assault near Far North wharfOne person has been taken into custody after the alleged assault.24 Jun 04:16 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Ocean swimmers brave chilly race, nurses' strike at Whangārei HospitalThe latest news bites from around the region.23 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRatepayers to cover cost of felling 230 redwoods in Far NorthMore than 200 redwood trees will soon be removed in Kerikeri – so who pays?22 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettOpinion: Endless tourist tours are our modern purgatoryApparently elsewhere in Norway there’s a town called simply 'Hell'.20 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhy kiwi deaths on roads highlight a conservation success storyBoth kiwi, a male and female, were wild-hatched. 20 Jun 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Three new orthopaedic surgeons for NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Reach new heights': Māori tradies share their journeys from challenges to triumphA new campaign has been launched to highlight the achievements of Māori in the trades.19 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Sobering' downturn: Bay of Islands cruise bookings nearly halveOnly 47 cruise ships are scheduled for the Bay of Islands next season.19 Jun 12:16 AM
Northern Advocate'Not good enough': Northland doctors walk out over health system crisisNorthland senior doctors, working among a 19% vacancy rate, want better conditions.18 Jun 03:06 AM
Northern AdvocateHopes new Baylys Beach observation tower will aid surf safety, prevent rescues Surf club captain Kyran Gillespie says something fit for purpose is a welcome change.18 Jun 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: 'Proud of him': Teen's netball journey from umpire to playerMahuta Haunui-Tipene will represent NZ in an U17 netball tournament in Melbourne.18 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Sandbox Fandom Festival 2025 returns to Whangārei in JulyThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'A lot of tears': Concerns over changes to post-mortem examinationsHealth NZ plans for autopsies to remain in Whangārei, with a two-year contract extension.17 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKoru stolen from community leader's grave back with whānauThe koru was taken from a grave sometime last week, leaving the family devastated.17 Jun 03:10 AM
Northern Advocate'Too late': Principals critique vaping ban amid school challengesVape suppliers breaching the ban face a fine of up to $400,000.17 Jun 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Posed little to no risk': Sand mining company defends operationsThe sandspit has lost 420,000 tonnes of sand in six years.17 Jun 12:04 AM
Northern AdvocateHot rod round-up to feature nine-year passion project for charityWade Nisbet said the event was an opportunity to share his passion with the community.17 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHorse dies after collision with vehicle on SH12The horse did not survive Sunday night's collision near Kaikohe. 16 Jun 09:25 PM
Northern AdvocateMatariki-themed film by Māori director set to premiere in NorthlandThe film 'Kōkā' is set against the backdrop of Matariki in Northland.16 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageOpinion: The struggles of finding peace in a shared hot poolOne day, a stray ball hit me in the head, interrupting my peaceful soak. Photo / 123rf 16 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Sacrilege': Family anger over theft from Dargaville graveThe $2000 koru was sawn off Michael Mudford’s headstone.16 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Really sad' - Fully ablaze kitchen damages Tikipunga homeOne person was taken to Whangārei Hospital to be checked over.16 Jun 01:38 AM
Northern Advocate'Warmer, drier': Kiwi homes scheme offers big insulation savingsOver 1200 households in Kaitāia may get insulation discounts.16 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘Economic disaster’: $100m threat if Mangawhai sandspit breachesMangawhai sandspit has lost more than 420,000 tonnes of non-replenishing sand.15 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionVince Cocurullo: Volunteers are the heartbeat of our communityNational Volunteer Week runs from June 15 to 21, celebrating community service.15 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward mealsEach week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.13 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJoe BennettOpinion: Our minds work in mysterious waysOpinion: Answers are needed when the head is full of questions.13 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: Embracing the hot-cold dance of Northland wintersI know that disabled people are agile when it comes to adjusting to the environment.13 Jun 04:00 PM
