Northern Advocate'I love sharing it': Spreading Christmas cheer in memory of grandsonGlenice and Lloyd Hall have decorated their Hilltop Avenue home for 26 years.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'New Zealand has knocked our socks off' Family return to WhangāreiExit Only has been a solid craft in getting the family to their destinations safely.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'This is a win-win': Health Minister Shane Reti cheers new child health unitThe Whangārei Hospital rebuild is still on-track, providing more beds than first modelled.13 Dec 12:30 AM
Northern Advocate'Everyone's had a guts-full': Dargaville residents rail against water rulesResidents blame Kaipara District Council inaction on water supply for summer restrictions.12 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCouples rethink wedding priorities amid rocky few yearsBrides' priorities have changed after a few years of big changes, Kylie Springford says.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Growing ties with India, Te Kopuru fire and moreThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCharity to take Oranga Tamariki to court after $63m funding terminated for vulnerable kidsOranga Tamariki funding cuts threaten Northland's only trauma support, risking 230 children.12 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Why NZTA's stance on driving simulators misses the markDriving simulators help learner drivers' experiences and reactions to driving conditions.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Northland Road Safety Trust wins at Whangārei A&P showThe latest news bites from around the region.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMayor pays for $8k video pushing for mangrove removal in MangawhaiCraig Jepson's documentary-style film states case for clearing 20ha of mangroves.10 Dec 10:23 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Excavator expert off to nationals after regional winThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLand planned for multimillion-dollar Kaipara development for saleDargaville Racecourse was set for a major development but the plan is no longer on track.08 Dec 10:00 PM
OpinionVince Cocurullo: Whangarei Council’s new parking strategy is under wayThis time of year can bring out the best and worst in people. Let’s help each other out.08 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Birds and the human touch - a delicate dance of fear and desireA chaffinch hesitates to eat, torn between fear and desire, as Joe Bennett watches.06 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Tāne Mahuta reopening delayed; surfing injuries surgeThe latest news bites from around the region.06 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Christmas geeks vs grinches: Celebrating inclusivity whoever we areWhat better way to celebrate than to be part of a festival that embraced inclusivity?06 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionCarolyn HansenCarolyn Hansen: Natural ways to increase HGH for anti-aging benefitsExercise offers numerous benefits for physical performance and wellbeing.06 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSurviving the festive rush: Health tips for a stress-free holidayNorthlanders seek tips to reduce Christmas stress, from shopping to family gatherings.06 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionOur Treasures: Cherished prints take us back in time to some of our favourite placesWhangārei Museum launches 14 historic prints to fund projects and preserve artefacts.06 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Swap old lifejackets for new thanks to CoastguardThe latest news bites from around the region.03 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionHūhana Lyndon: Māori still waiting for a real health plan from Health MinisterOPINION: 'There is no strategy, there is no plan, and there is no clear direction'.03 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's not safe': Hospital nurses strike over concerns of unsafe staffingMore than 200 nurses marched in Whangārei as part of the national strike on Tuesday.03 Dec 02:54 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei Lotto player wins $17k in Second DivisionThe latest news bites from around the region.02 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Caravan blunder makes us the talk of a small NZ townThankfully, Mrs P is an expert – all women are, apparently – and we manage.02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement noticeThe Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project. 02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It’s too late once pēpē are born': Urgent call for jabs as whooping cough cases riseNorth has low vaccination levels, more smoking, and housing insecurity.02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei A&P Show: A historic Caterpillar on displayThe show also features royal-themed events, competitions, and live entertainment.29 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett My to-do list nightmare: The tasks that won't go awayOPINION: I've learned to live with my to-do list and its nagging reminder of incompletion.29 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateYoung couple left with 44c to pay mortgage after bank card fraudA young mum is warning anyone who finds a bank card to be careful how they advertise it.28 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateRegion's cocaine use linked to ideal smuggling conditionsNZ Drug Foundation warns of increased cocaine harm.28 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland teen Roller Derby players hand picked for world stageSix Northlanders aged between 14-18 have been selected to represent New Zealand. 28 Nov 02:31 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Volunteers’ decade of support at Whangārei oncology centreThe latest news bites from around the region.27 Nov 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Northland's roads to get facelift, but expect road cones and delaysPothole fund boosts road maintenance.27 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateReti says good progress being made on Whangārei Hospital rebuildWhangārei Hospital is in such a dire state that parts of the roof leak when it rains.26 Nov 04:00 PM
