Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Warning for dog owners The latest news bites from around the region.31 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘A thousand times harder’: Parents turn to charities as school costs riseParents increasingly rely on charities due to rising school costs.30 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Succumbing to foul play’: Police launch homicide investigation into motorcyclist’s deathPolice believe he was killed between 7pm and 11pm on Tuesday.30 Jan 12:50 AM
Northern Advocate'Significant clinical risk': Dargaville Hospital rostered overnight doctor only five out of 55 nightsA senior Northland doctor is worried about a lack of medical staff.29 Jan 05:37 PM
Northern AdvocateRoads ’in disrepair’: Speed limits reversed on North highways despite safety concernsSpeed limits on sections of Northland highways will return to previous levels by July 1.29 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe community mission to protect Northland’s iconic surf beach dunes Native dune plants thrive in constant movement.29 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNo hanging around for Far North’s new national champ hang glider Tom KellnerFlying like a bird sees Far North man win national hang gliding title29 Jan 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri Hunting & Fishing hit by overnight burglaryThe 'church' burglary was reported to police at 6.30am.29 Jan 01:47 AM
Northern AdvocateMotorcyclist found dead in creek closes SH15, police investigatingThe road was expected to remain closed until Thursday afternoon.28 Jan 10:06 PM
Northern AdvocateMangamuka road repairs survive first major storm since reopeningDespite heavy rain, Mangamuka Gorge repairs in Far North survive first big storm28 Jan 07:35 PM
Northern AdvocateSweetwater Aquifer getting water into Kaitāia homes soon – councilAfter two false starts, water from Sweetwater Aquifer is set to flow into Kaitāia homes.28 Jan 05:35 AM
Northern Advocate‘Mind-blowing’ effort: Community unites after Mangawhai tornadoResidents praised the community's strong support and spirit.28 Jan 04:21 AM
Northern Advocate'Everything to lose': Community protests Bream Bay sand miningProtesters fear the proposed fast-track sand mining project could kill marine life.28 Jan 12:24 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wantedNews snippets from the Far North.27 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThermal curtains for Far North homes from $70k energy wellness fundFar North Energy Wellness Fund putting thermal curtains into homes to make them warmer.27 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTrust providing support for disabled robbed of more than $2000Money raised for the Special Olympics was taken.26 Jan 10:22 PM
OpinionFuture-proofing our roads: The strategy behind timely resealsSummer is the optimal time for roadwork due weather conditions.26 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I will never see him again': Mum's grief after son killed in hit-and-runDamon Clark died while visiting a waterfall. The man who hit him has now been sentenced.25 Jan 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMooring piracy rampant during windy summer – HarbourmasterMooring piracy has been an issue for boaties in Northland this summer.25 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFast-track legislation stirs up opponents of Northland sand mining planAllowing a firm to apply for fast-tracked consent to mine sand has galvanised opposition.25 Jan 02:52 AM
Northern Advocate‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.24 Jan 09:49 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Rates rise as councils prioritise poetic pursuitsThe council hired a poet, adding his work to the latest rates demand.24 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRoad to justice: High-profile trials set for 2025 at Whangārei courtsThree high-profile murder trials set for 2025 in Whangārei, starting with Perkinson case.24 Jan 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland farmers see golden tourism opportunityThe Northland farming couple turning fields into gold24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRead the winning entries from NZSA Northland’s open short story competition Annual writing contest attracted 47 entries this year.24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCracking success for Northland peanut trialsThe three-year trial means Northland is one step closer to establishing an industry.24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s a tribute to her’ Mum turns grief into thriving beauty business after losing her daughterKaikohe mum Kelli-Asta Baker created a beauty-focused business in memory of her daughter.24 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice make Whangārei robberies arrest after spotting suspect vehiclePolice have arrested a 16-year-old on suspicion of involvement in two robberies.24 Jan 02:20 AM
Northern Advocate‘It’s pretty s***ty’: Warriors star calls for return of stolen bootsThe items were meant to help raise funds for a Labour Weekend tournament.24 Jan 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCelebrate Northland talent with fun, music and markets this weekendDon't be stuck for something to do this long weekend, there are activities for everyone.23 Jan 11:30 PM
Northern Advocate‘We’re not out of the woods yet’: Rain brings limited relief as Northland continues to dry outReport says the region is classified as very dry.23 Jan 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCouple assaulted while getting petrol by Head Hunter miffed at friendly nodThe man was king hit and then repeatedly punched and kicked as he lay on the ground.23 Jan 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHokianga club of James Fisher-Harris wants his stolen boots and other taonga back"To take what he gave us is like taking from him."23 Jan 12:36 AM
Northern AdvocateSH1 truck crash near Whangārei, road blockedThe crash was reported about 6.45am,22 Jan 06:45 PM
