Northern Advocate‘Power to about 100 homes’: $1.6m solar upgrade for Horeke communityThe $1.6m project will power 100 homes, five marae and a local school.27 Nov 12:47 AM
Northern AdvocateHundreds of Northland council jobs in limbo as regional reforms spark concernThe plan would scrap all 11 regional councils for mayor‑led boards.27 Nov 12:01 AM
Northern AdvocateSearch continues for man missing after fishing trip near Cape RēingaPolice say the man was swept off the rocks on the coast of Tapotupotu Bay.26 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUte rolls south of Whangarei, person taken to hospitalFire crews used rescue tools to free a person trapped inside.26 Nov 07:53 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Police boss' speeding ticket teaches a useful lesson on contextOPINION: Richard Chambers admitted doing 112km/h in a 100km/h zone in an unmarked car.26 Nov 03:40 PM
Northern Advocate‘His laugh was infectious’: Community celebrates life of Monty KnightWayne Brown suggested renaming the hall the ‘Monty Knight Memorial Hall’.26 Nov 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRegional council axe: Northland leaders warn against ‘one-size-fits-all’ approachMinisters Simon Watts and Chris Bishop unveiled the overhaul yesterday.26 Nov 03:45 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice continue probe into Whangārei assault that left woman injuredPolice are yet to comment on whether the attack was random or targeted.26 Nov 03:28 AM
Northern AdvocateNew group of police officers get Whangārei Paralympic legend Cam Leslie as their patronNorthland Paralympic legend Cam Leslie wonderful example as Wing Patron. 26 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Christmas tree farm ready for influx of excited festive familiesNorthland's Puketona Christmas Tree Farm growing plenty of Yuletide joy.26 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTradie turns work carpark into community vegetable gardenRick Harper’s Kerikeri carpark now holds dozens of thriving planter boxes.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSearch continues for man who fell while fishing at remote Far North bayThe man was on a fishing trip with friends when he fell from rocks at Tapotupotu Bay.25 Nov 01:30 AM
Northern Advocate‘One tragic moment’: Family mourns 11yo and young brother-in-law after fatal fishing tripJason Paul Wharerau, 11, was found in the water near Parauwanui Beach.24 Nov 10:15 PM
Northern AdvocateHousing minister vows Far North among biggest winners in Govt’s new housing planThe plan shifts to a data‑driven model for social and affordable homes.24 Nov 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateDozens go bald to help Northland kids this ChristmasAbout 40 people shaved their heads in Kerikeri, raising more than $32,000.24 Nov 02:03 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland schools push back on Govt’s move to drop Te Tiriti obligationThe Education Act 2020 was amended this month to drop the Treaty duty of school boards.23 Nov 10:03 PM
Northern Advocate‘He felt embarrassed and ashamed’: The hidden toll of losing your jobNorthland had the country’s highest Jobseeker Support rate at 11.4% in September.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLithium batteries likely cause of Whangārei warehouse blazeFire crews battled the blaze with 11 teams at its height on Tuesday night.22 Nov 12:30 AM
Northern Advocate‘Dad was very much a helper’: Family honours Wayne Semenoff’s legacyThe 76-year-old died in a farming accident on his Broadwood farm earlier this month.21 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRāhui scaled back as search for missing man nears 'last stages'Searchers have spent a week scouring waters after two fishers failed to return.21 Nov 08:30 PM
OpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: How digital money is changing everyday bankingOPINION: A visit to a cashless bank reveals how far everyday banking has shifted.21 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern Advocate‘A huge surprise’: Northlanders named among local hero medallistsEach local hero has changed lives through mahi rooted in care and community.21 Nov 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocatePublic farewell planned for Far North businessman Monty KnightKnight, 80, will be publicly remembered in Kaitāia on Wednesday after his alleged murder.20 Nov 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateOvergrown footpaths spark frustration for Kerikeri residentsResidents say hedges on Inlet Rd have swallowed half the 1.5m footpath.20 Nov 08:59 PM
OpinionShane RetiDr Shane Reti: Red light to green light - the story of pedestrian lights at Ōtaika Pedestrian lights will be installed at the busy Otaika shops crossing.20 Nov 07:45 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North power outages prompt Commerce Commission probe Top Energy could face a $5m fine if found to have breached reliability rules.20 Nov 05:28 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei Hospital intersection upgrade to ease peak hour trafficThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Nov 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFire crews monitor warehouse overnight after second blaze at property Batteries caught fire on Wednesday evening, a day after the first blaze at the property.20 Nov 01:44 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Entries are open for the manu world champsThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Nov 03:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGrant McCallum: Northern Expressway can unlock Northland’s potential for national prosperity OPINION: Travel times between Te Hana and Whangārei could drop by up to 38 minutes.19 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateHillcrest Kindergarten marks 70 years of memories and community spiritThe kindergarten opened in 1955 thanks to community fundraising and raffles.19 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMotorist spots blaze that damaged Whangārei warehouseFire investigator Greg Hartwell said no sprinklers or alarms were installed.19 Nov 12:52 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North District Council warns of delays as it takes charge of Kāeo’s water supplyIt is the first time Taumata Arowai has used its powers under the 2021 law.18 Nov 11:47 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland holiday park ditches TVs to help guests switch off and spot kiwiGuests can hear kiwi calls and may spot the native bird after dark.18 Nov 10:00 PM
