Northern AdvocateMore homes for whānau: $4m boost for Māori-led Kaikohe developmentThe Kaikohe project will deliver up to 100 new affordable rental homes by 2027.10 Feb 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North pensioner left $700 out of pocket as council rebate delays drag onMore than 3000 Far North residents are reportedly awaiting rebates.08 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Exceeded expectations’: Northland tennis fans get behind first Davis Cup tieThe tie at Whangārei’s McKay Stadium marks Northland’s first Davis Cup event.06 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumNorthern AdvocateFar North meth rehab 'in the trenches' as demand outstrips funding19 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateYouth accepts dangerous driving causing death of Kaikohe 11yo Staci Walkley16 Jan 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSuspicious blaze at Mangawhai as string of Northland fires stretch crews13 Jan 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Every break-in or theft causes harm': Witness helps police after robbery12 Jan 12:50 AM
Northern Advocate‘It’s beyond a joke’: Repeated power cuts leave Far North residents in 'anxious state'09 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLocal butcher to boss: Northlander takes over Kaikohe supermarket he started inThe Kaikohe supermarket will close on February 15 and reopen on February 24.08 Jan 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'He just wanted to get away': Runaway bull sparks panic at rodeoThe 800kg bull escaped through a weak fence during the Kaitāia event.05 Jan 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateDotterel death on Northland's Matapouri beach likely caused by dog – DoCPaw prints indicate a dog behind death of a nesting Northland dotterel30 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia Airport upgrade step closer as $7m of work on offerUpgrade of Kaitāia Airport closer after work contracts out for tender.29 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North towns offer the real small-town escape city holidaymakers are craving'Big cities are rushed and anonymous, small towns are more personable.'29 Dec 03:12 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's Muri Whenua has total fire ban as area dries outAll fires banned in fire-risk Far North area.22 Dec 11:13 PM
Northern AdvocatePeople from 18 nations among Far North's 35 new citizensThe new citizens reflected the Far North’s cultural diversity.21 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It makes them feel they’re not alone': Northland man’s frontline missionKerikeri volunteer Jack Topzand has spent five months in war-torn Ukraine.20 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMultiple medal winer Cam Leslie second life member of Whangārei Academy of SwimmingParalympic legend Cam Leslie earns Whangārei Academy of Swimming top honour.20 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland woman finds 94kg turtle washed up on beachTwo turtles wash up on a Far North beach in two weeks.17 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMother of 11yo girl killed in Kaikohe crash finds relief as teen chargedStaci Walkley, who died in the August crash, is being remembered for her big heart.16 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHistoric Battle of Te Ruapekapeka to be commemorated 180 years laterThree days of events to mark anniversary of Northern War battle.15 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Pack some patience along with the presents': Holiday drivers urged to slow down, plan trips Motorists are urged to rest, buckle up and stay patient amid holiday traffic.15 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North couple win $1m Lotto prize after 40-year waitA Northland couple are the 47th Lotto millionaires of 2025 after their First Division win.10 Dec 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North restaurant to reopen after owner wins appeal to regain liquor licenceThe Mangonui restaurant was closed for 13 months due to the loss of its liquor licence.10 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North rāhui on pāua to protect seafood source at AhiparaAhipara locals impose rāhui on pāua after stocks plundered.09 Dec 09:28 PM
Northern Advocate'Devastating': Free Northland kids’ music charity closes as funding dries upSistema Whangārei will no longer provide free music lessons to children. 08 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate2300 Far North dog owners haven’t paid dog registration fees - council bites back High number of unpaid dog registrations sparks crackdown.07 Dec 09:36 PM
Northern Advocate$19k for Northland charity ReSport Charitable Trust from golf tournamentNorthland's ReSport Charitable Trust gets some much-needed funds from a golf contest.07 Dec 03:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei A&P Show 2025: Farming boots, kauri roots and family funThe Whangārei A&P Show runs at Barge Park from 9am to 4.30pm on Saturday.04 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTop Energy says Far North network now 'back to normal'The Kaikohe substation switchboard has been replaced and is fully operating.04 Dec 01:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMouth artist’s poppy painting picked for global Christmas calendarGriffiths' painting 'Echoes in the Field' will feature in a 2026 MFPA calendar.03 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'They trusted this man:' Stonemason pocketed $124k from small family businessColin Gillies created fake invoices with his personal bank details to intercept the money.01 Dec 04:00 AM
