Northern Advocate Landslide re-election for Moko Tepania as Far North Mayor confirms prioritiesMoko Tepania won with 10502 votes, over 3600 ahead of rival Ann Court.12 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North Māori ward prevails after thumbs up from 11,000 peopleVoting was very close in binding polls across Northland.12 Oct 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMayoral candidates stuck in cliffhanger, more results expected todayMore results are expected to be released today as Saturday's votes enter the mix.11 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer Kaitāia restaurant now hospo training centre Kaitāia serves up new hospo training centre in former restaurant08 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news briefs - Dam piping, Brain Injury farewell and election resultsNews snippets from the Far North08 Oct 03:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Kaikohe is our life’: Couple’s devotion recognised with King’s Service MedalsJohn and Lily Coleman received their King's Service Medals in Auckland.07 Oct 12:53 AM
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
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s hidden crisis: Meet the locals fighting homelessness on the front lineMonte Tito, Liz Cassidy-Canning and Petrina Pitman are helping Northland's homeless.26 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Really sweet': New partnership to grow berry production from minnow to majorNgāpuhi and T&G Fresh have joined to grow strawberries and blueberries in the Far North.22 Sep 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Giant red flags': How a woman's promising job led to money laundering convictions Kimberley Dow was described by a judge as bright but naive. 21 Sep 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFighting for his name: Kaikohe leader distances himself from convicted abuserMatenga Te Kaha Ashby, 24, is an advocate against sexual violence, unlike his namesake.19 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North ‘in crisis’: Calls grow for mandatory dog desexingFar North euthanasia rates are high because of aggressive, unrehomable dogs.18 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBoard dissolved at Northland College as commissioner takes overDr Shane Edwards will lead the school after the board’s dissolution.17 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDay of Weavers in Whangārei showcases influence of master weaverThe open day on September 18 honours the work of weaver and educator Toi Te Rito Maihi.15 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'What I did was terrible': Farmhand who killed his boss reflects on fatal shooting Craig Ross killed Kaikohe dairy farmer Robert Green while he was eating dinner.01 Sep 06:04 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders remain hopeful despite crime and social challengesCommunity spirit is still strong, with many groups working together.22 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaikohe's $15m library and community hub project set to beginThe building will include a gaming room, recording booth, and café.20 Aug 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate89-year-old speaks from hospital after confrontation with man he chased on farm at 3amKaikohe's John Coleman was a New Zealander of the Year nominee for a pā gift to Māori.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateInternal NZ Police email sparks racism accusation, Northland exodus blamed on culture An anonymous officer has revealed an email accidentally sent to all Northland staff.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate90 police from around NZ deployed to Northland after 'call for help'Police nationwide are being seconded to Northland amid a surge in violent crime.10 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Where’s my girl?’: Mum’s horror realising 11yo wasn't with Kaikohe crash survivorsStaci Walkley, 11, was found dead under her parents’ vehicle after the collision.07 Aug 06:43 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'Staffing crisis': Schools roster students home amid teacher shortagesStaff sickness, leave, and a lack of relief teachers have put schools in a difficult spot.07 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateChild dies after serious two-vehicle crash in KaikoheA family were travelling in one of the vehicles involved in this afternoon's crash.06 Aug 07:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNorthland College faces intervention after scathing ERO reportPrincipal Duane Allen emphasises ongoing efforts to address problems raised.04 Aug 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate$28m funding for Northland kura, opposed Kaiwaka school to open by 2028Te Kura o Ngāringaomatariki will move 11km to a new campus in Kaiwaka.03 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Game-changer' road machine: Thousands of potholes fixed in NorthlandThe Multipatcher repairs potholes quickly, often taking as little as a minute.03 Aug 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: How a few muddy hot pools were transformed into a multimillion-dollar attractionLong renowned for its healing powers, Ngāwhā Springs has undergone a $4.3m upgrade. 02 Aug 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBlood, sweat and tears: Doco highlights gym's life-changing impactInternational Film Festival documentary follows kickboxers' transformative journey. 01 Aug 07:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's just idiotic': Man tries to set police station on fire to impress womanZayne Gordon was on the run when he set a Molotov cocktail on fire at Kaikohe station.31 Jul 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWhānau-led initiative aims to boost eel populations in NorthlandThe project includes eel release programmes and hands-on learning for kids.29 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman describes moment a slip came down in front of her car on BrynderwynsSome roads are closed, most power has been restored as heavy rain and winds lash North.29 Jul 04:14 AM
Northern Advocate'I'm so proud': Teen's $48k scholarships pave way to universityTearohanui Chellew, 18, secured two scholarships totalling $48,000.24 Jul 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMachete-wielding youth allegedly threatens staff at convenience storeThe youths allegedly carried out the theft using two stolen vehicles.23 Jul 02:59 AM
Northern AdvocateCaregivers charged nearly 10 years after Kaikohe 4yo's mysterious deathAlestra Kepa-Hati died in 2015 while in Erana and Walter Beneditos' care in Kaikohe.18 Jul 12:24 AM
