Northern AdvocatePlan to be best links course in NZ after Kaitāia Golf Club shoots up golfing rankingsKaitāia Golf Club shoots up course rankings, but is aiming even higher08 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSurfer shares heartfelt thanks after reunion with rescuersA reunion for surfer who suffered a cardiac arrest in the waves at Mangawhai Heads.03 Apr 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThere's plenty to do in Northland for the Easter holiday weekendHere are the top nine things to do in Northland this Easter weekend.27 Mar 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePoor parking at Mangawhai Heads carpark targeted at EasterMangawhai Heads car park behaviour sees Easter parking officer patrols23 Mar 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateBittersweet: Popular restaurants to close after 'tough year''We had to make the decision': Mangawhai eateries close as cost-of-living bites.22 Mar 05:52 PM
Northern Advocate'Patients will die': End of overnight GP service as underfunding, ageing workforce biteThere is now no overnight doctors service between Whangārei and Auckland's North Shore.15 Mar 01:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMangawhai high school may be open by early 2025Independent school would cater to students who now travel to access secondary education.26 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRescue of critically injured surfer shows importance of Mangawhai surf clubThe lifeguard's rescue was text-book thanks to fortunate timing and training.25 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Lost my best mate': Twin of critically-hurt surfer on brother's 'long, hard' recoveryThe 32-year-old suffered critical spinal injures after slamming head-first into a sandbar.22 Feb 11:26 PM
Northern AdvocateFamily of critically injured surfer thanks rescuers who saved his life after collisionA local says the shallow bar with strong rips is dangerously crowded with beginners.19 Feb 01:57 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North businesses have plan to attract people during Brynderwyns closureHope publicity campaign will bring people to the Far North during SH1 closure.19 Feb 01:22 AM
Northern AdvocateSurfer in critical condition following Mangawhai Heads collisionSurf Life Saving crews were called out after seeing others in the water aiding the victim.18 Feb 07:04 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's Cameron Leslie wins Halberg as Para Athlete of the Year'Not too bad for a boy who trained at the Whangārei Aquatic Centre.'14 Feb 09:53 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's Sandy Bay dotterel chicks take to the sky'It’s just incredible that they have survived to that stage, given the dangers.'14 Feb 08:41 PM
Northern Advocate'There is a huge risk to life': Mangawhai surf club temporary set-up takes tollWith a slip closing Mangawhai's surf clubhouse, it takes longer to get to rescues.13 Feb 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDog owners urged to keep pets under control after Northland kiwi deaths from dogsHigh number of Northland kiwi killed by dogs sparks call for dogs to be kept in at night.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDoC shocked as children kick and abuse protected chicks on beachVariable oystercatchers have been protected since 1922.09 Feb 02:30 AM
Northern AdvocateSH1 Brynderwyns closure gives time to prepare - Whangārei MayorOPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.21 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBeware! Northland east coast beaches to be battered by big swellsSwells of up to 3m have been issued for the entire east coast of the North Island.18 Jan 09:04 PM
Northern AdvocateDotterel chick dies on Northland beach - warning issued to bewareIt was important that people were aware of any nests and take precautions to avoid them.05 Jan 01:09 AM
Northern AdvocateMuddy chaos plagues festivalgoers 'struggling to pull cars out' after New Year's downpourNorthern Bass Festivalgoers have been faced with a muddy mess.01 Jan 04:01 AM
Northern AdvocateBad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summerA substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.26 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland beware - thunder and heavy rain likely on Christmas afternoon/eveningThunderstorm, heavy rain watch for Northland on Christmas afternoon24 Dec 08:51 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North, Mangawhai at greatest risk of drought and fire bans as El Niño bitesNorthland heading for dry summer with risks of drought and wild fires04 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBaby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.21 Nov 10:48 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland house prices join trend in nationwide growthWhangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.21 Nov 01:03 AM
Northern AdvocateSome Kaipara road slips from February storms could take three years to fixThere are 71 slips still impacting Kaipara roads after multiple severe weather events.20 Nov 08:04 PM
OpinionWhangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Brynderwyn bypass upgrade vitalFrom the mayor's office: Build it and they shall come... but how will they get here?19 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'The isolated north': Business leaders call for urgent investment in critical road infrastructureNorthland businesses are rallying to get better state highways for the 'isolated north'.19 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePerson rushed to hospital after dog attack in MangawhaiPolice responded to the incident on Tara Road at around 1.10 pm on Friday17 Nov 01:39 AM
Northern Advocate'This is the tipping point': Fears businesses won’t survive another Brynderwyns closureNorthland leaders say the next Brynderwyn closure will be the final straw for some.10 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSecure your trampolines: Wild weather lashes NorthlandNorthlanders should batten down the hatches on Sunday afternoon due to wild weather.29 Oct 02:35 AM
Northern AdvocateRipiro Beach safety days prove successfulMulti-pronged approach to Ripiro Beach safety paying off.22 Oct 11:44 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Surf lifesavers back; Māori Battalion medals; five injured in crashCatch up on new from around the region.20 Oct 04:00 PM