Northern AdvocateNew Far North dog safety officer plans visits to all 74 schoolsRoss has confirmed visits with 16 schools, aiming to reach all by June 2027.10 Nov 10:00 PM
OpinionOne public-speaking course became the most formative experience of my lifeAdult social education is as important to Northland as reliable water supplies.10 Nov 03:45 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonAccessibility depends on staff attitudes as well as ramps and wide doorwaysOPINION: That’s what good customer service looks like.06 Nov 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara: Four former dumps remediated but $1.2m budget remains largely unspent06 Nov 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: KDC secures $1m for Tinopai Wharf rebuild; four weeks of SH1 delays at Mangamuka03 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateElection 2026: Q&A with NZ Loyal's Whangārei candidate Collin BlackmanCollin Blackman is vying for the Whangārei electorate seat. 02 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageI can explain the fallen sink, but not the hearts that fell off the wallOpinion: A medium mentioned two red hearts as a wall artwork fell at home.02 Nov 03:55 PM
Northern Advocate'Fully alight' - Bach fire in remote community spreads to nearby vegetationCrews were alerted at 11.23am to the fire in Herekino, 25km south of Kaitāia.01 Nov 10:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'Treading water': Agents expect Northland market to rebound after electionMangawhai led Northland’s major suburbs, with values up 1.9% in a year.01 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionNorthland's water investment is turning potential into lasting growthNorthland Waters will serve all Northland district councils from 1 July 2027.01 Nov 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateThe Pick awards gives start-up prizemoney, advice and motivation to go aheadKate Dyer says topping The Pick is immensely helpful for her start-up platform InsitePro.01 Nov 03:24 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North teen unable to feel his legs after dirt bike crash The 16-year-old was thrown 30m from his dirt bike while riding at Ahipara's Shipwreck Bay.30 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Bucket list experiences may be less worthwhile than everyday lifeOPINION: The aim of ticking off its items is not about the items themselves. 30 Oct 03:55 PM
OpinionThe forgotten pandemic that killed nearly half as many New Zealanders as warOPINION: The 1918 flu killed at least 96 in the Whangārei district.30 Oct 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Sea spurge infestation uncovered; spooky Halloween events for the familyThe latest news bites from around the region.30 Oct 03:45 PM
Northern Advocate'Times are tough': 0% rates increase, reform drive NRC annual reportRevenue and fair value gains were $12.6m above budget in 2025/26.30 Oct 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Far more likely to stay local': Northland gets rural training hubThe hub aims to combat rural health issues, such as a 23% higher death rate than cities.28 Oct 09:11 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Government gives $3m to restore Northland's largest lakeThe latest news bites from around the region.28 Oct 04:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn Williamson: Driver education can help high-risk motorists change their behaviourNorthland’s road toll has reached 27, already above last year’s total.28 Oct 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateOnlookers brought to tears as pygmy blue whales breach beside boatsTwo whales feeding put on a spectacular show last week off Northland's east coast.28 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateAthlete takes on 160km ride to support Women's RefugeShenae Barker was the first woman in New Zealand to win last year’s Great Lake 100.28 Oct 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice patrol car involved in three-vehicle crashStandard procedure means the crash will be investigated.27 Oct 11:48 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice believe community holds vital information on Garry Hazelton homicideGarry Hazelton's body was found at his Hoeroa St home on October 7.27 Oct 10:55 PM
Northern AdvocateMissing hunter gives rescuers thumbs-up from cliff face after 7-hour ordealThe party spent several hours searching before they called the police.27 Oct 09:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNorthland suspected fentanyl overdose flagged in memo to authoritiesMemo suggests alleged fentanyl may have come from legitimate supply.26 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri Street Party returns to Kerikeri Rd after last year's cancellationThe event has regularly attracted more than 3500 revellers.26 Oct 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateElection 2026: Q&A with independent Te Tai Tokerau candidate Karl BarkleyElection 2026: Q&A with independent Te Tai Tokerau candidate Karl Barkley25 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSomething to celebrate: Govt throws oyster farmers $2.8m lifelineThe $2.8m will fund a Kaipara relay site and Te Uri o Hau pilot farm.24 Oct 10:00 PM
