PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateContractor awarded $4.3m after Whangārei District Council wrongly closed his quarryWhangārei contractor to get $4.3M from council after its negligence closed his quarry27 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateStuck without a doctor? Find out what to do and where to enrolDesperately looking for a GP? Not sure what to do if you don't have one? This is for you.26 Jun 06:00 PM
Northern Advocate7-year-old to take part in World Hip-Hop Dance CompetitionNorthland DDF dance crew qualifies for Hip-Hop International, but there's a catch.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlander Lani Daniels wins 3rd NZ boxing titleThird NZ boxing title for Northland's Lani Daniels26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKennel cough making a dog's breakfast of Northland canine healthNorthland vets say they are seeing more cases of canine cough among the region's dogs.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAnnual Mangawhai Heads Loggerheads longboard surf contest has more than 60 entrantsMore than 60 compete at Mangawhai Heads longboard surf contest - 15-year-old cleans up26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Reti: Dental exam wait climbs for kids across the countryUp to two thirds of kids in some DHBs are waiting for dental appointments.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBig rise in e-scooter ACC claims in Whangārei since Beam trial started53 new ACC claims in six months of Whangārei e-scooter trial - a four-fold rise.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWe've got to find different ways of cooking: Far North marae embraces plant-based kaiA MasterChef winner has traded fancy food for cooking workshops at a Far North marae.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHorticulture course for people wanting to get into Northland's horticulture industryPeople wanting to get into the Far North's horticulture industry can enrol in a new course26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWaipū ice rink event a winter sell-outThe travelling rink proves popular with families keen to get their skates on.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCost-saving tips for Northlanders by Northlanders: Food, fuel and moreTop tips which could save you hundreds of dollars as the cost of living rises.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRegion salutes our community heroesThe Advocate is marking the end of Volunteer Week by thanking some of those Northlanders24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateCan't sustain the pain: Businesses hike costs to cope with 'disgusting' petrol hikesNorthlanders are feeling pain at the petrol pump as fuel prices reach record highs.24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateDeparting health boss reflects on his 11 years at the top of Northland DHBGP crisis among Dr Nick Chamberlain's biggest disappointments at Northland DHB.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateYoung Northlander Cameron Wright savouring time with NZ NavyEx-Bream Bay College student inspired by cousin's tales about his navy deployments.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews snippets from NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePhotos: All Blacks pull the crowds in KerikeriMore than 1500 people turned out to see their All Blacks heroes train in Kerikeri.24 Jun 08:43 AM
Northern AdvocateElderly man found unconscious in Whangārei Marina watersNorthland Police are investigating a water-related incident in Whangārei.23 Jun 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateRenowned Māori astrologer Rereata Makiha reveals best spots to see MatarikiNorthlanders gearing up to see the Matariki star cluster may have to adjust their sights.23 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice crackdown on guns and gangs in Far North continuesGangs with guns are dealt another blow as Northland police continue to tackle the problem.23 Jun 05:12 AM
Northern AdvocateSeatbelt saved driver of parked car in Taipa crashThe driver of a ute failed to follow a slight kink in the road, causing the crash.22 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateIs Northland about to become New Zealand's peanut paradise?The first official trial for Kiwi-grown peanuts has been smooth sailing in Northland.22 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateShare a grin: Free toothbrush campaign for Northland kids in needA new charitable programme is under way to address the poor oral health of Northland kids.22 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Waitangi Legacy Trail, comedy, theatre and some brave swimmers in cold watersA weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.22 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Pull your head in': Judge to woman who breached home detentionWoman who twice breached home detention pleads with judge to let her stay on the sentence22 Jun 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFur seal surprises locals in ŌtangareiLucille the fur seal took a nap in an Ōtangarei carpark.22 Jun 05:30 AM
Northern AdvocateDr Nick Chamberlain lands top Health NZ positionDr Nick Chamberlain is the first permanent appointment at Health NZ.22 Jun 01:30 AM
Northern Advocate'It just proves what a little community can do': Kaikohe, Taitokerau health volunteers honoured in national awardsWin is all the sweeter for Taitokerau Border Control given the controversy at the time.22 Jun 01:07 AM
Northern AdvocateHigh school acts excel at Smokefreerockquest Northland regional heatsSmokefreerockquest Northland regional heats uncover hidden talent.21 Jun 08:22 PM
Northern AdvocateGraduating teachers carry region's hopesTai Tokerau's education graduates share their learning experiences21 Jun 06:08 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's 'tooth fairy' continues long wait for court hearingFive days of court time needed for Northland's "tooth fairy" case involving 20 witnesses21 Jun 05:00 PM
