Northern Advocate'Everything to lose': Community protests Bream Bay sand miningProtesters fear the proposed fast-track sand mining project could kill marine life.28 Jan 12:24 AM
Northern AdvocateThermal curtains for Far North homes from $70k energy wellness fundFar North Energy Wellness Fund putting thermal curtains into homes to make them warmer.27 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTornado’s trail of destruction leaves 35 Mangawhai buildings damaged, 200 homes still without powerThe Mangawhai tornado seriously injured two people were and damaged 35 homes.27 Jan 03:17 AM
Northern AdvocateMangawhai tornado: Family say it was a ‘miracle’ injured woman survivedThe woman has had surgery on her broken arm and cuts, with more to come.26 Jan 11:34 PM
Northern AdvocateTrust providing support for disabled robbed of more than $2000Money raised for the Special Olympics was taken.26 Jan 10:22 PM
Northern AdvocateVeteran firefighter says Mangawhai tornado worst he’s seenMangawhai residents are rallying to help one another after the tornado.26 Jan 05:00 PM
OpinionFuture-proofing our roads: The strategy behind timely resealsSummer is the optimal time for roadwork due weather conditions.26 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Rates rise as councils prioritise poetic pursuitsThe council hired a poet, adding his work to the latest rates demand.24 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCracking success for Northland peanut trialsThe three-year trial means Northland is one step closer to establishing an industry.24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s pretty s***ty’: Warriors star calls for return of stolen bootsThe items were meant to help raise funds for a Labour Weekend tournament.24 Jan 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCelebrate Northland talent with fun, music and markets this weekendDon't be stuck for something to do this long weekend, there are activities for everyone.23 Jan 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateHokianga club of James Fisher-Harris wants his stolen boots and other taonga back"To take what he gave us is like taking from him."23 Jan 12:36 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North’s Maitai Bay home to free snorkel dayMaitai Bay rāhui sees sealife return to the Far North bay.22 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKawakawa’s world famous Hundertwasser loos finalist in national awardsFar North's famous loos only Northland finalist in national competition.22 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Family triumphs in Northland qualifiers for Z Manu World ChampsThe latest news bites from around the region.22 Jan 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Why back seat driving could be ruining your road tripsAbout 82% of people admit to back seat driving, with almost half doing it regularly.22 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Centre hailed a success after first six monthsAround 9000 a month using Kaitāia’s Te Hiku Sports Centre.22 Jan 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateStaff member assaulted during petrol station robbery in WhangāreiPolice are seeking sightings of a white Toyota Aqua and a silver Nissan Bluebird.22 Jan 12:26 AM
Northern AdvocateLive weather updates: Motorists urged to take care amid wild weatherThe heavy rain warning for Northland is expected to finish by 2pm.21 Jan 12:10 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North councillor and waka ama champ leads Northland challengeDistrict councillor Hilda Halkyard-Harawira leads Northland's waka ama champs assault.20 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North’s huge ‘historic’ privet tree faces the chopPrivet is noxious pest, but NZ's oldest example is in the Far North.20 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei MyLotto player wins $1mThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Missing pages dilemma – the quest for a satisfying book endingOPINION: Despite setbacks, Mrs P refuses to buy a new copy, sticking to her principles.20 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWorld-champ kiteboarder saves swimmer struggling in estuaryThe young man got lucky when Marc Jacobs spotted him struggling to keep afloat.20 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateShane Reti says health portfolio in good shape for Simeon BrownWhile he has lost health, Reti says he is still representing Whangārei at the top table.20 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBeloved mum’s death not suspicious, police sayThe woman was found unresponsive at a Moody Ave property on Saturday afternoon.20 Jan 02:11 AM
Northern AdvocateBatten down the hatches: Heavy rain warning issued for NorthlandSummer's on the back-burner as a rainmaker arrives.19 Jan 09:52 PM
Northern AdvocateThe 'heartland for Māori culture and enterprise' to celebrate Māori businessApplications and nominations for the 2025 awards are open until February 14.17 Jan 11:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: From ham feasts to plant-based resolutionsWill we sustain our noble nibbling?17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettSpending a penny for the toilet door - Joe BennettThere is a manly pleasure in striding into a door department and saying, ‘I want a door’.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Hit musician returning home to NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRoad now open after truck blocked SH12 near TahekeThe crash was just west of Puha Rd near Taheke.16 Jan 11:16 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei’s Lani Daniels to defend world boxing title in AprilDaniels heading for rematch with tough Tongan.16 Jan 09:43 PM
Northern AdvocateVehicle found damaged after reports of shots fired in RaumangaGunshots were reportedly heard at a Hedley Place property on Thursday night.16 Jan 08:50 PM
