Northern AdvocateNews in brief: New children's book takes flight in Mangawhai; Mangamuka slip repair under wayThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Oct 03:50 PM
OpinionJonny Wilkinson: Losing Lola meant more than losing a petOPINION: Jonny Wilkinson reflects on life after losing his silky fox terrier, Lola.17 Oct 03:45 PM
OpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Finding meaning in a house renovation and a hedgehog’s visit A hedgehog’s quiet visit under the new floor left a memory that never faded.17 Oct 03:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Really pleased’: Larsen takes Kaipara mayoralty after razor-thin resultFinal count gave Jonathan Larsen a 21-vote lead over closest rival Snow Tane.17 Oct 07:10 AM
Northern Advocate'Feels like we’re going backwards': Firefighters strike over pay and conditionsFire and Emergency has offered a 5.1% pay increase over three years. 17 Oct 03:31 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland leader admits assaulting two women in Whangārei incidentThe person who admitted the two charges cannot be named, for now.16 Oct 11:58 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara council backs mayor’s complaint over how election was runŌtamatea councillor Mark Vincent walked out, calling the meeting a farce.16 Oct 10:34 PM
Northern Advocate‘A huge number of irregularities’: Kaipara mayor defends election complaint moveA 76-year-old wore his father’s RNZAF blazer to protest for democracy.16 Oct 05:39 PM
Northern AdvocateFunding crunch sees Northland Brain Injury Association shut doorsAfter 27 years providing services to people with head injuries, the funds have run out.16 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice name 20-year-old who died in Ōhaeawai crash Another person was transported to hospital with critical injuries on September 30.16 Oct 02:48 AM
Northern Advocate‘So much for democracy’: Councillor slams mayor’s 11th-hour election moveElectoral officer Dale Ofsoske says in 40 years he’s never seen one called.15 Oct 11:30 PM
Northern Advocate‘Focus on sustainably grown timber’: Ikea company buys forests in NorthIngka Investments' 12,900ha deal covers nine forests, subject to OIO approval.15 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonComment: Why driverless tech might be closer than we thinkWaymo’s cars crashed 81% less often than humans in a recent study.15 Oct 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news briefs - new Far North album, Fire and Emergency strike and time to Savour successNews snippets from the Far North15 Oct 03:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara bucks trend with one of NZ’s highest voter turnoutsKaipara’s preliminary turnout hit 57.4%, well above the 38% national average.14 Oct 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice probe crash death, IPCA notified Despite first aid, the sole occupant of the car died at the scene. 13 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s frustrating’: Northland faces two more Brynderwyn Hills closuresRoad crews will work 24/7 so resurfacing can finish within eight days.13 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page : Dog's chase turns into stream rescue dramaOPINION: A soaked dog owner leaps into a rain-swollen stream to rescue her runaway pet.13 Oct 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateHunt unseats Stolwerk as voters back change in Northland council shake-upPeter-Lucas Jones, Tui Shortland and Rick Stolwerk have been ousted from their roles.13 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRoad reopens after car fire down steep bank; police search for driverTraffic is being diverted over Mt Tiger as emergency services respond.13 Oct 03:54 AM
Northern AdvocateTight three-way Kaipara contest could hinge on just a handful of ballotsOnly 74 votes separated the three front-runners after Saturday's 'progress' count.12 Oct 04:00 PM
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 AdvocateHonouring 50 years of service: Kamo volunteer marks firefighting milestoneFamily travelled from far and wide to help the 83-year-old celebrate his achievement.10 Oct 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'It’s definitely gone pretty quiet': Builders feel pinch as work dries upNorthland recorded just 727 new home consents, down 21% in a year.10 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate‘We’re providing a lifestyle’: Developer's vision for beach town on Auckland's doorstep On Auckland's doorstep, a new development aims to lead the country with its eco-design.10 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateTeen accused of vehicle theft caught after 3-hour police huntOfficers with dogs eventually caught the 15-year-old after a short chase on foot. 10 Oct 03:07 AM
Northern Advocate‘So relieved’: Family thankful after missing Whangārei dad makes contactFamily issued a desperate plea this morning after Jared Carter couldn't be located.10 Oct 12:56 AM
Northern AdvocateFun, fitness and friendship drive Northland's leisure marching boomWhangārei's Northern Star team was so popular, they sparked a younger squad.09 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThree Whangārei employers face fines over migrant visa breachesOne individual was issued a Deportation Liability Notice for breaching visa conditions.09 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara's local election voter turnout highest in six yearsKaipara’s voter turnout is 38.9% and leads the region before election day.09 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'In a bad way': Police rescue hypothermic biker in rugged terrainIt took two-and-a-half hours for rescue teams to reach the man in wet conditions.09 Oct 02:53 AM
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
