Northern Advocate'It hasn’t been a light decision': Whangārei couple end weekly free mealsSoul Food's weekly dinners have fed about 120 people in need every Monday night.29 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWaipu Highland Games return on New Year’s Eve with big prizes and fresh energyThe 153rd games will include heavyweight competitions and a Tug o' War challenge.29 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePlan for the gaps: Patchy New Year’s weather for Northland holidaymakersWhangārei has already had about 30mm of rain, with winds near 80km/h.29 Dec 08:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia Airport upgrade step closer as $7m of work on offerUpgrade of Kaitāia Airport closer after work contracts out for tender.29 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's a miracle no one was killed': Victim of brutal dog attack speaks outNeighbours say repeated warnings about the four roaming dogs were ignored.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Semi-retirement hasn't quite gone to planThe couple also farewelled George the Dog after 12 and a half devoted years.29 Dec 03:55 PM
Northern Advocate'The pace of life is different': Why migrants choose Whangārei summersAbout 800 new migrants from over 45 countries settled in Whangārei this year.28 Dec 11:03 PM
Northern AdvocateThe council proposing a 0% rates increase for 2026/27Northland last held rates at zero in 2014, also under the regional council.28 Dec 04:05 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Water restrictions begin today The latest news bites from around the region.28 Dec 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei a magnet for globe-trotting families raising kids at seaSeven boats from the US, Canada, Norway and the UK have cruised together for years.27 Dec 04:04 PM
Northern AdvocateEyes, faith and resolve: Inside Whangārei man’s battle with locked-in syndromeRyan Scott, 41, was left able to only move his eyes after a stroke in June.26 Dec 04:09 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: 'Tis the season for a jolly good clichéOPINION: Clichés always manage to slip in under the radar. 26 Dec 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateBusy Christmas period for Northland emergency services with crashes, large fireHoliday crashes, a quad bike rollover and a fire have tested Northland emergency crews.25 Dec 11:02 PM
Northern AdvocateClever leftovers: Northland chefs turn Christmas feasts into next-day treatsTop Northland chefs share easy leftover recipes to cut stress and rubbish.25 Dec 10:15 PM
Northern AdvocateHow to find treasures that truly feel like bargains this Boxing DayHelen Smith opened Ms. Smith Style Hunter in Parua Bay in March.25 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kaipara's newest official citizens welcomed The latest news bites from around the region.25 Dec 03:35 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice warn of summer theft surge as opportunists target Northland homes, carsMore than 1300 thefts were reported in Whangārei over last summer.25 Dec 03:07 AM
Northern AdvocateChristmas ghosts: The rare native mistletoes most Northlanders will never seeNorthland has very few records of native red and white mistletoes growing in the wild.24 Dec 09:09 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North rain turns to showers across Northland for Christmas DayMetService says Far North rain in the morning will clear to localised showers today.24 Dec 04:08 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei road covered in alcohol after liquor store van crashThe crash scattered bottles and booze across Riverside Drive and blocked both lanes.24 Dec 02:14 AM
Northern AdvocateWhy Poroti Springs kaitiaki must now take their water rights case to the High CourtThe trust is seeking $100,000 in damages over cultural and economic loss.23 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei mum evicted from transitional housing weeks before ChristmasThe woman alleges another housing provider shunned her after comments by Sallies.23 Dec 08:06 PM
Northern Advocate'You’re not a safe person': Man's repeated family violence lands him in prisonJonathan Wilson assaulted his partner twice within hours, while she was unwell in bed.23 Dec 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'I'm hacked off': Northland food vlogger targets grocery duopolyThe Mumma's Kitchen host filmed price checks across Europe to prove her point.22 Dec 11:19 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's Muri Whenua has total fire ban as area dries outAll fires banned in fire-risk Far North area.22 Dec 11:13 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei parents push for safer crossing after mother and child hit by carA petition led by teacher Penny Honey is calling for a full safety upgrade.22 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Another lithium-ion battery fire in WhangāreiThe latest news bites from around the region.22 Dec 04:03 PM
Northern AdvocatePeople from 18 nations among Far North's 35 new citizensThe new citizens reflected the Far North’s cultural diversity.21 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWomen's Refuge braces for summer surge in family violence casesStaff in Kaitāia will work rotating rosters so no one is turned away.21 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Holiday rubbish changes: When your collection day shifts over ChristmasThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Dec 03:55 PM
OpinionMayor Ken Couper: Council weighs rates relief for householdsOpinion: Residents can give feedback on the draft budget changes in March 2026.21 Dec 03:45 PM
Northern Advocate'It makes them feel they’re not alone': Northland man’s frontline missionKerikeri volunteer Jack Topzand has spent five months in war-torn Ukraine.20 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'This is non-negotiable': Minister clashes with health officials over youth suicide deathsTe Whatu Ora says a coroner's recommendations are unfeasible, but the minister disagrees.20 Dec 04:32 AM
Northern AdvocateMultiple medal winer Cam Leslie second life member of Whangārei Academy of SwimmingParalympic legend Cam Leslie earns Whangārei Academy of Swimming top honour.20 Dec 03:00 AM
