PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The pipe that keeps a gold town aliveAn Irish engineer’s 1890s dream still supplies water to Kalgoorlie today.28 Nov 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateHigh load brings down fibre cable, causing outage to 2270 in MangawhaiAccording to Northpower's website, fibre connectivity should be restored about 5pm. 27 Nov 11:37 PM
Northern AdvocateHundreds of Northland council jobs in limbo as regional reforms spark concernThe plan would scrap all 11 regional councils for mayor‑led boards.27 Nov 12:01 AM
Northern AdvocateSmall Northland park joins elite list with first international Green Flag AwardPou Tu O Te Rangi Harding Park is one of five NZ winners this year.26 Nov 11:23 PM
Northern AdvocateSearch continues for man missing after fishing trip near Cape RēingaPolice say the man was swept off the rocks on the coast of Tapotupotu Bay.26 Nov 10:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Police boss' speeding ticket teaches a useful lesson on contextOPINION: Richard Chambers admitted doing 112km/h in a 100km/h zone in an unmarked car.26 Nov 03:40 PM
Northern AdvocateRegional council axe: Northland leaders warn against ‘one-size-fits-all’ approachMinisters Simon Watts and Chris Bishop unveiled the overhaul yesterday.26 Nov 03:45 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice continue probe into Whangārei assault that left woman injuredPolice are yet to comment on whether the attack was random or targeted.26 Nov 03:28 AM
Northern AdvocateNew group of police officers get Whangārei Paralympic legend Cam Leslie as their patronNorthland Paralympic legend Cam Leslie wonderful example as Wing Patron. 26 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Christmas tree farm ready for influx of excited festive familiesNorthland's Puketona Christmas Tree Farm growing plenty of Yuletide joy.26 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSearch continues for man who fell while fishing at remote Far North bayThe man was on a fishing trip with friends when he fell from rocks at Tapotupotu Bay.25 Nov 01:30 AM
Northern Advocate‘One tragic moment’: Family mourns 11yo and young brother-in-law after fatal fishing tripJason Paul Wharerau, 11, was found in the water near Parauwanui Beach.24 Nov 10:15 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland schools push back on Govt’s move to drop Te Tiriti obligationThe Education Act 2020 was amended this month to drop the Treaty duty of school boards.23 Nov 10:03 PM
Northern Advocate‘He felt embarrassed and ashamed’: The hidden toll of losing your jobNorthland had the country’s highest Jobseeker Support rate at 11.4% in September.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLithium batteries likely cause of Whangārei warehouse blazeFire crews battled the blaze with 11 teams at its height on Tuesday night.22 Nov 12:30 AM
Northern Advocate‘Dad was very much a helper’: Family honours Wayne Semenoff’s legacyThe 76-year-old died in a farming accident on his Broadwood farm earlier this month.21 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRāhui scaled back as search for missing man nears 'last stages'Searchers have spent a week scouring waters after two fishers failed to return.21 Nov 08:30 PM
OpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: How digital money is changing everyday bankingOPINION: A visit to a cashless bank reveals how far everyday banking has shifted.21 Nov 03:45 PM
OpinionShane RetiDr Shane Reti: Red light to green light - the story of pedestrian lights at Ōtaika Pedestrian lights will be installed at the busy Otaika shops crossing.20 Nov 07:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei Hospital intersection upgrade to ease peak hour trafficThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Nov 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFire crews monitor warehouse overnight after second blaze at property Batteries caught fire on Wednesday evening, a day after the first blaze at the property.20 Nov 01:44 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Entries are open for the manu world champsThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Nov 03:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGrant McCallum: Northern Expressway can unlock Northland’s potential for national prosperity OPINION: Travel times between Te Hana and Whangārei could drop by up to 38 minutes.19 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland schools impacted after asbestos found in play sandWhangārei Primary School closed on Tuesday to allow for testing of at least 10 classrooms.18 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionHūhana Lyndon: Northland whānau pay the price for state housing cutsOPINION: More than 1000 whānau are officially waiting for state housing in the region.18 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateSearch for missing fisherman 'has by no means stopped' but is scaled back by policeSearchers will today rest and re-evaluate their plans moving forward.18 Nov 12:52 AM
Northern Advocate'Fully open': Brynderwyn Hills complete after crews beat the clockThe planned second SH1 closure from November 20 to 23 is no longer needed.17 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: When a quick stroll turns into a muffin-fuelled odysseyA community library nap and two muffins later, the journey ends with a rescue call.17 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNavy joins search for fisherman missing off Whangārei coastThe 17-foot runabout was found drifting with no one aboard on Saturday morning.17 Nov 01:02 AM
Northern AdvocateOtago University and Ngāti Hine aim to turn around dire Māori diabetes outcomesPreventing amputations with better footcare will be the first project of the partnership.16 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe Bennett: The lost art of autograph hunting OPINION: Do little boys still collect autographs?14 Nov 03:45 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Once a national ritual, the Melbourne Cup now stirs mixed feelings OPINION: We’re learning to value empathy over spectacle.14 Nov 03:30 PM
Northern AdvocateDargaville Intemedidate and High Schools' kapa haka at Kaipara council inaugurationMāori tikanga was an integral part of Kaipara District Council's first 2025 council meeting in Matakohe on Wednesday. Video / Susan BottingWatch14 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNew Kaipara Mayor takes oath of office in English and Te ReoNew Kaipara Mayor Jonathan Larsen read his oath of office in English and Te Reo at the council's swearing in ceremony. Video / Susan BottingWatch14 Nov 03:00 AM
