Northern AdvocateNorthland schools impacted after asbestos found in play sandWhangārei Primary School closed on Tuesday to allow for testing of at least 10 classrooms.18 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionHūhana Lyndon: Northland whānau pay the price for state housing cutsOPINION: More than 1000 whānau are officially waiting for state housing in the region.18 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocatePolitical leaders mourn Monty Knight, the man who put Kaitāia on the mapKnight, 80, was allegedly murdered in the Far North on Sunday.18 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSearch for missing fisherman 'has by no means stopped' but is scaled back by policeSearchers will today rest and re-evaluate their plans moving forward.18 Nov 12:52 AM
Northern Advocate'Nightmare' lift failures prompt upgrade at Bay of Islands Hospital in NorthlandWhen the sole lift fails, some patients have to be transferred to another hospital.18 Nov 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Fully open': Brynderwyn Hills complete after crews beat the clockThe planned second SH1 closure from November 20 to 23 is no longer needed.17 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSearch for man missing off Whangārei coast enters its fifth dayMore than 45 volunteers have spent over 190 hours scouring Northland waters.17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: When a quick stroll turns into a muffin-fuelled odysseyA community library nap and two muffins later, the journey ends with a rescue call.17 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNavy joins search for fisherman missing off Whangārei coastThe 17-foot runabout was found drifting with no one aboard on Saturday morning.17 Nov 01:02 AM
Northern AdvocateWell-known Far North businessman named as alleged murder victim, woman chargedMonty Knight, a former councillor, died on Sunday following reports of an assault.17 Nov 01:01 AM
Northern AdvocateOtago University and Ngāti Hine aim to turn around dire Māori diabetes outcomesPreventing amputations with better footcare will be the first project of the partnership.16 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It is concerning': Calls for investigation into power cutsPower cuts left 23,000 Far North homes without electricity for hours.16 Nov 04:02 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland community called to go bald again for kids in needThe Bald Angels head shave will help fill 1200 kai boxes for 400 struggling families.15 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I just sat there and cried': Woman smashes teeth in power outageMelissa Wihongi lost four front teeth after hitting her mouth in the blackout.15 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe Bennett: The lost art of autograph hunting OPINION: Do little boys still collect autographs?14 Nov 03:45 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Once a national ritual, the Melbourne Cup now stirs mixed feelings OPINION: We’re learning to value empathy over spectacle.14 Nov 03:30 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara council’s swearing in ceremony opens with karakia The ex-mayor who banned karakia said he had no problem with this week's tikanga.14 Nov 05:25 AM
Northern AdvocateTraffic lights to be installed at notorious Whangārei crossing'People shouldn't be risking their lives to get a loaf of bread from the supermarket.'13 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Northland’s top eateries celebrated at Savour 2025 awardsThe latest news bites from around the region.13 Nov 03:55 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Traffic lights and scooter exit reshape Whangārei streetsOPINION: ACC logged more than 7000 e-scooter injury claims in two years.13 Nov 12:24 AM
Northern AdvocateBig test ahead: Govt eyes private model for $1b Marsden Point rail linkMore than 70 organisations have shown interest in building the 19km rail link.13 Nov 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Everyone’s pulling together': Community revives beloved Kerikeri street partyThe Old Packhouse Market will host the revived Kerikeri Street Party.12 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePassenger dies in late-night Mangapai crashEmergency services were called to the Waiotira Rd crash about 10.50pm.12 Nov 06:41 PM
Northern AdvocateHundreds of dog attacks recorded in Far North over three yearsCouncil data shows up to 500 dog attacks reported in the Far North since 2023.12 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Waipu Highland Games returns; Brynderwyns closed for resurfacingThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Nov 03:50 PM
OpinionGwendolyn Needham: Kaitāia, a life shaped by small-town lessons and simple valuesOPINION: Lessons from a Northland childhood still guide today.12 Nov 03:30 PM
Northern Advocate'All voices being heard': New Far North Deputy Mayor outlines prioritiesChicky Rudkin has been sworn in and pledged a strong community voice.12 Nov 01:41 AM
Northern Advocate'It will be a wet afternoon': Rain and wind warnings for NorthlandA heavy rain watch has been issued from 10am until 10pm for the region.11 Nov 09:54 PM
Northern AdvocateCut projects, rising need: The fight over Northland’s lost state homesUp to 450 new Kāinga Ora homes were recently scrapped but new building is still under way.11 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGenerations unite to remember sacrifice at Kerikeri Armistice Day serviceStudents from Springbank School led the Kerikeri Armistice Day service.11 Nov 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTurning the corner: Inside Northland College’s bid to rebuild student successCommissioner Dr Shane Edwards says staff remain committed to lifting results.10 Nov 05:40 PM
Northern Advocate‘They’re quite concerned’: Measles drive sees more whānau get vaccinatedTe Hiku Hauora’s Moko Van is taking vaccinations to remote Far North towns.10 Nov 02:30 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kaikohe's Christmas Parade returns; Brynderwyn closures this weekThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Nov 03:50 PM
Northern Advocate‘EcoJunk is solving a problem’: Northland couple launch junk removal ventureHeath Nixon launched EcoJunk in Kerikeri to help locals reclaim their space.08 Nov 10:00 PM
