Northern AdvocateFar North pensioners hit with 'crippling' council rent hikes of up to $100 a weekFar North District Council faces a $15m bill to fix and upgrade 15 empty units.18 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn Williamson: Avoiding the fails that trip up almost half of restricted licence driversFrom January 25, 2027, drivers will no longer sit a full licence test.18 Feb 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFamily of Northland woman killed in Kaihu dog attack say death was 'tragic'Mihiata Te Rore, 62, died at a rural State Highway 12 property in Kaihu on Tuesday.18 Feb 01:52 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom Waikare to the operating theatre: Young intern eyes neurosurgery careerThe $20,000 scholarship helped Whiti Hoori leave remote Waikare to study.17 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘They should lead by example’: Pensioner wins fight with NZTA over $2.60 tollBrett Jacobson was wrongly billed for his towed ute, then told he couldn't get a refund.17 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom awards to boom: How a Far North eatery's big win changed business overnightPeekaboo Backyard Eatery saw business surge almost overnight after the win.16 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateChoice on hold: Kaitāia still waiting as big chains stay away from townKaitāia is currently served by just one supermarket, a Pak’nSave store.16 Feb 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Wedding dance rehearsal turns quiet cuppa into full-blown chaosOPINION: Spilled snacks, bumped plates and tears test patience.16 Feb 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateLocals welcome plan to cut speeds on dangerous Far North highway stretchLocals say the 2.75km Kawakawa–Moerewa stretch is too dangerous at 100km/h.16 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Education hub' opens for students cut off from schools by Helena Bay Hill slipA new hub at He Puna Ruku Mātauranga o Whangaruru opened last week.16 Feb 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom Waipu to the world: Local fitness pair target Hyrox podium in SwedenWaipu teammates Gilly Costello and Mick Treend will race in Stockholm in June.15 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePregnant mum forced to travel for cancer treatment. Soon others in her area won't have to'Every part of life would have been that little bit easier,' says cancer survivor.15 Feb 07:15 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland fears over 'nangs' as bigger gas canisters found dumpedCommunity clean-ups are now finding commercial-sized 3.3L gas canisters.14 Feb 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateŌakura skips keep filling weeks after weather bombLocals hauled six trailer loads of driftwood and debris to the Ōakura tip.14 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘She always put family first’: Son’s heartbreak after mum dies in crashDiana Tam, 44, died when her vehicle crashed on State Highway 1 near Oakleigh.14 Feb 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWeather whiplash: Northland soaked with 299% of normal January rainSome of Northland's east coast areas measured six or seven times their usual January rain.14 Feb 12:00 AM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Govt data lays bare life outcomes for intellectually disabled peopleOPINION: IHC's first 2023 report revealed higher injury, diabetes and dementia rates. 13 Feb 09:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe Bennett: Duck 'euthanasia' shows why words about death still matterOPINION: Why use the word 'euthanised' instead of plainly saying 'killed'. 13 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern Advocate'Good luck': Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown slams Kaipara-Rodney breakaway pitchThe plan would merge North Rodney’s 50,000 people with Kaipara’s 30,000.13 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHeavy rain and thunderstorms put Northland on alertNorthland is under a heavy rain watch until 10am tomorrow.13 Feb 12:02 AM
Northern Advocate'There are no hills on the ocean': Couple’s 1000km kayak for mental healthThe couple hope to raise $20,000 for Lifeline and Sustainable Coastlines.12 Feb 09:14 PM
Northern AdvocateLanes reopen after serious crash on Whangārei's Western Hills DriveThe road is now clear after a crash earlier this morning.12 Feb 07:25 PM
Northern AdvocateRuakākā fishers fear full vehicle ban as council reviews beach bylawGraham Ellis fears Ruakākā could follow Muriwai with strict vehicle bans.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Popular Kamo Touch-a-Truck has new dateThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern Advocate‘Awful lot of hard work’: The students hitting top marks on global stageNine Huanui College students received top in world, national or merit awards.12 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland ambulance demand up as 111 calls hit more than 90 a dayFalls, chest pain and loneliness fuel record ambulance demand in Northland.11 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North residents arm themselves with sticks in fear of 'violent' roaming dogsOne parent said they were scared to let their children walk to school on their own.11 Feb 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateComing together: BBQ helps storm-hit Whangaruru community reconnectAbout 100 residents and bach owners gathered in Ōakura over Waitangi Weekend.11 Feb 02:30 AM
Northern AdvocatePerson moderately injured after two-vehicle crash in RaumangaThe two-vehicle collision briefly blocked the link between SH1 and Tarewa Rd.11 Feb 12:53 AM
Northern AdvocateKindness baked in: New Good Bitches chapter spreads treats across the Bay of IslandsThe new Bay of Islands chapter already has 14 volunteer bakers on board.11 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland tennis stalwart Janet Agnew celebrating 40 years of tournament named after her40th Janet Agnew Carnival Doubles Tennis Tournament brings player back again and again.10 Feb 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDirt bike rider seriously injured in Whangārei crashPolice say the Whangārei rider is now in a stable condition in hospital.10 Feb 10:00 PM
OpinionGwendolyn Needham: Ruapekapeka commemoration blends battle history, whānau pride and future hopesAbout 1000 people gathered at Ruapekapeka Pā to mark 180 years since the battle.10 Feb 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Ōpua Solo Trans-Tasman Challenge receives tourism boostThe latest news bites from around the region.10 Feb 03:40 PM
