Northern AdvocateThinking big: Plans to boost Northland with a special economic zoneTax incentives and self-consenting could fire-up Northland, Shane Jones says.05 Aug 02:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: The great tsunami alert and my heroic journey to the beachMy phone blared a tsunami warning while my wife was at the beach.04 Aug 04:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Two Northland players win $12,672 in Lotto Second Division drawThe latest news bites from around the region.04 Aug 04:28 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice seek sightings of gold Toyota after aggravated robberyPolice say three males stormed an address on Pouto Rd and assaulted a man on July 18. 03 Aug 11:21 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 AdvocatePolice continue appeal a year after Northland mum’s murderJo Lauaki’s body was found between Omamari and Aranga beaches on August 2 last year.02 Aug 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateQuick-thinking camera operators stop Kaitāia burglary attemptPolice said camera operators spotted two people hanging around an alley on Thursday night.01 Aug 04:15 AM
Northern Advocate'Utterly frightening': Northland woman stung 50 times by waspsThe woman warns others to be wary after she was attacked while walking on Ruakākā Beach.31 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTsunami advisory lifted, but strong and unusual currents still expectedAt 8.10am today Civil Defence said the advisory for NZ's coast had been lifted.31 Jul 03:54 AM
Northern Advocate'There is a danger': Strong currents, surges expected along NZ coastCoastal areas under threat include harbours, estuaries and small boats. 30 Jul 04:39 AM
Northern AdvocateKaipara Māori ward councillor: District should get its sayAbout 40% of the west Kaipara ward's population is Māori.30 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'We can't close campuses': Push to protect NorthTec ramps up At least 100 people attended a 'save NorthTec' hui last Friday.29 Jul 11:17 PM
Northern AdvocateMan accused of aggravated robbery at Whangārei bar appears in court The man was arrested on Monday afternoon.29 Jul 04:18 AM
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
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin Page: Preparing for the pushchair challenge of a lifetimeOPINION: Mrs P started an exercise programme to prepare for babysitting duties.28 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Pretty wet and windy': Northland braces for severe weather overnightMetService says it is expected to be a wet and windy evening as severe weather hits. 28 Jul 04:21 AM
Northern AdvocateNew ambulance fleet hits Northland roads thanks to Grassroots TrustThree new vehicles have arrived in Northland for Kawakawa, Otamatea and Bream Bay.27 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDance and travel shape a 70-year love story for Northland coupleJanice and Robert Clarke celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on July 23.27 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFacing challenges: Kauri Museum seeks sponsors to secure futureSponsorship tiers range from $500 to $10,000, offering various benefits.26 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSky's the limit: Northland artists' creations illuminate NZ's tallest towerRangatahi from Te Kowhai Print Trust will see their art projected onto the Sky Tower.25 Jul 04:55 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Why Jason Momoa's citizenship bid highlights NZ's health standardsJason Momoa expressed his desire to make Aotearoa his home.25 Jul 04:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The unspoken truth behind golf star Scottie Scheffler's successHe questioned the purpose of winning, comparing it to a fleeting moment.25 Jul 04:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s biggest water services changes kick off in WhangāreiDistrict council vote starts ball rolling on Northland-wide water requirements. 25 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateAccessible respite service offers unique relief for Northland familiesNorthlanders with disabilities no longer have to use hospitals or rest homes for respite.24 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It was a huge eye-opener': How boating tragedy drives water safety advocateEsther Hone lost a friend in a South Island boating accident as a teenager.24 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMeth allegedly found in car fitted with false plates, two arrestedThe occupants allegedly threw drug utensils from the car.24 Jul 01:53 AM
Northern Advocate'Fait accompli': NorthTec staff fear cuts as Te Pūkenga restructuring continuesConsultation on cuts in primary industries, forestry and horticulture began on Monday.23 Jul 11:47 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice probe spike in scrap metal thefts across NorthlandTop Energy reported several break-ins at its substations.23 Jul 11:46 PM
Northern AdvocateHow Northland plans to transform into a $60b economic powerhouseA new NZIER report shows potential for Northland to grow six-fold by 2050.23 Jul 05:05 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: The driving licence debate and the role of common senseOPINION: Common sense varies widely, complicating its role in driver training decisions.23 Jul 04:30 PM
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 Advocate'Absolute stupidity': Power boss slams dangerous substation break-insOne break-in resulted in a forced power outage to 4500 customers in the Far North.23 Jul 02:20 AM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: Charity's ambition to launch Northland's first fully accessible fishing boatThe boat will be refitted for people with disabilities and health challenges.22 Jul 11:00 PM
