Northern AdvocateSchoolkids clean up Kaitāia streamFar North children cleaned up a Kaitāia stream after finding 'tonnes of trash'.16 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTautoro School celebrates increased roll with new playgroundNew playground at Tautoro School delights children16 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice say fire that destroyed Far North home was arsonTwo Far North fires keep FENZ busy, with one suspected arson.15 Aug 11:21 PM
Northern AdvocateGreen Party announces Whangārei candidate ahead of electionRick Bazeley is on the Green Party candidates list after first appearing in 2011.15 Aug 08:48 PM
Northern AdvocateA community-building exchange: Top Northland poet explains how the power of words can bring people togetherNorthland has a bunch of events on during this year's National Poetry Day.15 Aug 08:04 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateCommonsense approach still vital in Northland despite lifting of Covid protectionsCommunity leaders in Northland are generally happy with the lifting of Covid protections.15 Aug 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThousands of truck trips across busy Whangārei route during marina dredgingDredging could take up to one year15 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateVox pop on the lifting of Covid restrictionsPublic survey on the lifting of Covid restrictions15 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRacehorses of the sky: Inside the curious world of pigeon racing in NorthlandKeeping the sport of pigeon racing alive.15 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateA race against time for fair pay agreementsThe future for FPAs is unclear.15 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom Browns Bay to Whangārei: Teens arrested after 48hr crime spreeA police car was rammed during a chase overnight.14 Aug 11:16 PM
Northern AdvocateCouncil to appeal contractor’s $6.1m High Court-ordered payoutThe Whangārei District Council's appealing against $6.1m in costs for a contractor.14 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateExhibition on meteorites and satellites a hit with students in NorthlandMaunu Primary School students were thrilled to learn more about earth and the skies.14 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Kawakawa concert, SME workshop and alcohol sold to minorsNews snippets from the Far North14 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom ultra-luxury to simple roast chicken: Award-winning chef reveals what diners want at Northland luxury lodgePaul Froggatt from Kauri Cliffs Matauri Bay won Cuisine's Luxury Lodge Chef of the Year.14 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGovernment cans $59m funding for Whangārei conference centreAn urgent meeting with the Finance Minister is sought over the Ōruku funding.14 Aug 05:39 AM
Northern AdvocateCouple living in mouldy, run down home call out Māori Development Ministry'It's like the help has been ripped out from underneath our feet'.13 Aug 06:00 PM
OpinionVince Cocurullo: Fighting for fair when it comes to our water assetsOPINION: The Affordable Waters Reform is changing the landscape for local governments.13 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSix dolphins found dead in Ruakākā, hapū on-siteIt is suspected low cloud prevented the dolphins from being sighted earlier.13 Aug 03:33 AM
Northern AdvocateGreat music again at Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues FestivalPlenty of great music at Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival.13 Aug 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateWhy do people poison trees?From poisoning gum trees in Kerikeri to pōhutukawa in Kaipara; why do people kill trees?11 Aug 06:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateKāinga Ora plans to build apartment buildings angers Whangārei residentsOpposition is mounting against triple and double-storey Kāinga Ora homes in Kensington.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: At the age of 66 I feel like a child againThe railway tracks we run along are laid down young and very hard to leave.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateCarolyn Hansen: How to choose a gymThe reasons for picking a certain gym are personal.11 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBrent Eastwood: ‘Just do it, it’s so good’A Green Prescription participant gets healthy lifestyle support for up to four months.11 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMeth cook back behind bars: Father set up lab in family homeA judge has criticised his late plea, saying it impacts on others waiting for a trial.11 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: The many faces of the Windsor Hotel rememberedIt is a testament to resilience, transformation and regeneration.11 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMajor airlift to remove mangroves from Whangārei HarbourPassersby were surprised to see a helicopter helping to remove mangroves for the marina.11 Aug 02:43 AM
Northern Advocate'I think the future of film is up here now': Stars turnout for Far North TV screeningThe TV series, Far North, has already been sold to audiences around the world.10 Aug 10:35 PM
Northern AdvocateBlack Sticks falter against transtasman rivals: Crowd cheers on home sideBoth the women and men lost to their Trans-Tasman rivals in Whangārei last night.10 Aug 08:20 PM
Northern AdvocateIncreasing kiwi deaths prompts conservation groups to caution dog ownersSuspected dog attack behind another dead kiwi in Northland.10 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Climate action film festival winners named; New NRU board chair namedThe latest news bites from around the region.10 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateInternational crowd at Kaitāia’s Switzer home behind women's football World CupFifa Women's World Cup a hit at Kaitāia residential home10 Aug 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Corrects a grievance': Kamo name change given the green lightThe Geographic Board says in te reo Māori, the word Te is often used to elevate status.09 Aug 09:49 PM