Northern AdvocateBay of Islands residents' group challenges Govt decision to fast-track Waipiro marinaLocals fear the Waipiro Bay marina could limit access to kai moana areas.06 Oct 11:16 PM
Northern AdvocateFire crews stretched thin as Northland volunteer shortage worsensKaikohe station has 18 members but needs at least 28 to stay fully crewed.06 Oct 05:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateFrom village feel to high-rise living? Town debates its future after Kāinga Ora submissionHearings on the future of Kerikeri’s town centre are set for October.05 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateElection hoardings defaced with swastikas and racial slursLocal Government NZ's Scott Necklen warns that abuse of candidates has worsened.04 Oct 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGo bananas!: Small-scale growers urged to tap tropical demandTallyman Bananas in Whangārei says people should look into growing the in-demand crops.04 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaipara topping leaderboard in Northland's local election turnout Councils are using memes to spark competition and lift voter numbers.03 Oct 11:01 PM
Northern AdvocateBungled arrest leaves police detainee with fractured cheek, ammo dropped at scenePolice officers breached policy in pursuit and transport, but are cleared of punching man.03 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn Wansbone: Let’s take a stand against sitting downOPINION: Whangārei’s free 5km Parkrun, on Saturdays at 8am, is one local exercise option.03 Oct 03:55 PM
OpinionJoe Bennett: Why are we so lazy when it comes to smoke alarm checks?OPINION: Fire and Emergency says working alarms double survival chances in a blaze.03 Oct 03:45 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: Young disabled people don't belong in rest homesMore than 800 New Zealanders under 65 are living in rest homes.03 Oct 03:45 PM
Northern Advocate‘Get immunised before school’: Health warning as measles spreads in NorthlandOnly 63% of Northlanders aged under 26 are fully vaccinated against measles.03 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMum's frightening encounter after man tries to get into car with kids insideJacintha Okan’s 10-year-old son was in the front seat when the man tried the door.03 Oct 03:19 AM
Northern AdvocatePolitical lines drawn between mother and son as movement splits from Te Pāti MāoriEru Kapa-Kingi says Toitū Te Tiriti needs independence from 'ego-driven' party politics.02 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMore than 200 railway sleepers stolen in string of theftsLandscaping firm left with a $1000 insurance excess bill after 30 sleepers were stolen.02 Oct 03:49 AM
Northern AdvocateRefusal to recognise Palestine sparks Whangārei protestAbout 50 protesters gathered outside MP Shane Reti's Whangārei office.02 Oct 03:06 AM
Northern AdvocateFormer Warehouse site set for demolition as social housing plans emergeHousing, retail or sports hub for Kaitāia site?01 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateArmed Offenders Squad and Eagle stood down from police operation seeking wanted personA motorist at the scene said police told them the operation was "gun-related".01 Oct 01:51 AM
Northern AdvocateSix measles cases confirmed in Northland as contacts isolateTwo new measles cases have been identified in the Bay of Islands.01 Oct 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTeen archer from Far North on the riseCorban Thorpe first tried archery aged 10 at a Bay of Islands club event.30 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's tiniest babies benefit from success of breast milk bankThe milk bank had to get a freezer after donations poured in for Northland babies.30 Sep 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOne dead, one critical after late-night Far North crashEmergency services were called to the crash about 11.15pm in Ōhaeawai.30 Sep 06:29 PM
Northern AdvocateMeasles warning after Bay of Islands school show identified as exposure siteNorthland’s childhood vaccination rate is the country’s lowest, at 62%.30 Sep 04:16 AM
Northern Advocate'Fair bit of damage': Ambulance hit in Northland highway crashState Highway 1 at Whakapara was closed while the scene was cleared.30 Sep 12:58 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice seek information from public as charges laid over Oakleigh SH1 crash A 35-year-old appeared in court for allegedly failing to stop and several other charges.30 Sep 12:49 AM
Northern AdvocateNext step: Russell considers World Heritage nomination processAbout 200 residents gathered to debate Russell's World Heritage ambitions.30 Sep 12:09 AM
Northern Advocate'Way too close': Families fear quarry plan will bring dust and noise to doorstepSome homes sit just 20m from the proposed quarry boundary.29 Sep 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Could Mrs P be the Briscoes Lady’s heir apparent?Her plan includes touring stores in a caravan painted in Briscoes colours.29 Sep 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCloser to home: Cancer Society confirms 20-room lodge to be built in WhangāreiThe lodge will enable cancer patients to use the new radiation oncology facility.29 Sep 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders rush to get measles shots after Bay of Islands case confirmedOnly about 60% of Northlanders are vaccinated, well below the 95% target.29 Sep 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Got smoked by the shark': Young fisherman loses huge snapper while surfcastingThe culprit shark was likely up to 3m long, possibly a white pointer.29 Sep 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHato Hone St John EMT on what it's like to save a life - and why you should learn howHato Hone St John has launched Shocktober in a bid to encourage life-saving education.28 Sep 10:45 PM
Northern Advocate'The worst is behind us': Agents see Northland property confidence returningNorthland property sale prices were down 3.2% in August but agents say it's the bottom.28 Sep 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSeeds of change: How a setback grew into a thriving Northland food storyShe will host a farm-to-table event during the month-long Savour Northland.27 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHomeless dilemma: Council weighs support or trespass at old Warehouse siteAround 15 whānau sleep in cars at the site each night, some with lean-tos.27 Sep 07:30 PM
