Northern Advocate'It feels like theft': Customers lose thousands as fire business liquidatedOne customer paid $7500 for a fireplace in October but was kept waiting for installation.10 Jun 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateIncreasing prison beds will not reduce crime, say experts'Using prisons to deter crime or reoffending doesn’t work.'09 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Record kiwifruit harvest for NZ, One person killed in jet ski accidentThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMayor Vince Cocurullo: The difference between central and local governmentOPINION: Our community spirit in Northland is strong.09 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOne person dies after coming off jet ski on remote stretch of Northland's west coastEmergency services were unable to revive the person after they came off a jet ski.09 Jun 02:12 AM
Northern Advocate‘Zombie’ snapper caught in Auckland suggests disease more widespreadThe sick snapper caught near Port Albert suggest the problem is widespread.09 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'I’m not totally a head-banger': Taking on Smokefreerockquest soloEthan Worthington was part of last year's winning band Ready, Set!07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's autumn weather — wetter, drier, sunnier or warmer than normalWhangārei recorded its second-highest total of May sunshine hours.07 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: There are those who enjoy shopping and those who do notOPINION: Shopping is not for everyone07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Planned bridge closure, Covid on rise in NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJonny Wilkinson: The Budget could have been much worseOPINION: I know there are people who are very unhappy.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRongoā on the rise - Northland practitioner on resurgence of customary healingA rongoā Māori practitioner from Northland speaks about the traditional method's upsurge.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North rates: 16.5% rise slashed to 5.1%“Residents told us ... the increase for our first year was far too high,” says mayor.07 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTough economic times, state highway closures bring end to Far North cafe with eight jobs goneAwanui’s Big River Cafe closing as freight and visitor traffic dries up07 Jun 01:49 AM
Northern AdvocateAwakino Precinct in Dargaville approved to allow 384 new housesThe Awakino Precinct will allow up to 384 new homes on a 39ha rural block.06 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSteady roll growth sees Portland School placed under enrolment schemeThe school says it's the only way to manage roll growth which grew 140 per cent since 202206 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePepper sprayed: IPCA finds Northland officer's actions to capture offender justifiedPolice acknowledge IPCA report into justified use of force during public disorder.06 Jun 12:03 AM
Northern AdvocateCommunity infrastructure award for $40 million Kāeo BridgeKāeo Bridge project recognised as an important community asset.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - feedback wanted on park plan, health symposium and winter to be warmNews snippets from the Far North.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaikohe policeman awarded for 35 years of service to his Far North communityHis secret for his long-standing service is his “love for the job” and “incredible family.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Northland is a beautiful place and we expect it to grow': Region one of north's fastest-growingThe latest Census data shows Northland is growing.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew facilities welcomed by community and leadersKaitāia Town Square and Te Hiku Sports Hub open for community enjoyment.04 Jun 11:47 PM
Northern AdvocateDavid Grindle: 'Without prejudice' negotiations – not without risk, but certainly worth consideringOPINION: Employment disputes have a high rate of out-of-court settlement.04 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Experience one of the country’s sexiest musicals; thieves apprehendedThe latest news bites from around the region.04 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateStore owner welcomes Mangamuka Gorge reopening after tough two yearsEliza Kete has kept the store operating despite SH1 outside the store being closed.04 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHūhana Lyndon: Te Tiriti should be something that bonds usOpinion: Undermining tangata whenua rights rupture the social fabric of Aotearoa.04 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMore socialisation between students and less distraction in class after phone ban, principals saySchools had to ban phones in class from the start of this term - so how's it going?04 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateKevin Page: Spilling the beans on a brekkie boganOPINION: The fun began when he was trying to get some baked beans on to his plate.03 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Have your say on speed limitsThe latest news bites from around the region.03 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA salute to our nannies, mums and auntiesCelebrating modern wāhinetanga/womanhood on Far North stage.03 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Sleep help, representation review meeting and school reunion plannedNews snippets from the Far North.03 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia celebrating opening of new sports hub and town squareThe big day will kick off at 5.30am when the town square officially opens.03 Jun 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Surf lifesaving club’s plea to councilThe latest news bites from around the region.02 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMan dies after his vehicle crashed into trees in Far NorthThe car rolled on a gentle bend and hit trees.02 Jun 12:29 AM
