Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: Rare yellow geckos born - meet the mini huntersKiwi North welcomes four new gecko births, with distinct markings and rapid growth.22 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs: Navy open day - explore HMNZS Taupo at Port Nikau in WhangāreiNavy open day in Whangārei: Tour HMNZS Taupo, meet sailors, on Saturday. 22 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDisabled abuse survivors still face inadequate care - Jonny WilkinsonOPINION: Will apologies be enough to put things right?22 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: The pub can be a sanctuary from wellness trends and a source of joyOPINION: Order another round before health and safety meddlers take the pub.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDangerous Black Power member flees police: Sponge round fired during chasePolice appeal for information as to the whereabouts of Black Power member Toa Pitman. 22 Nov 03:04 AM
Northern AdvocateDon’t give up: Northland man beats the odds, survives motorbike crashKerikeri's Jack Poutsma reveals how he overcame severe head injury from motorbike crash.21 Nov 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Police investigate inmate’s sudden deathThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMan burst into home, pulled gun on woman and her son while demanding drugsHe fired a shot which flew past the son's head and through the TV.21 Nov 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs: Pumpkin growers buzz for upcoming Mangakahia Giant Pumpkin CompetitionThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'He does have a hole in his soul': Man who caused death of off-duty policewoman sentencedGail Shepherd is described as a genuine, straight talker who kept her family together.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTanks a lot: Mike Butler's water tank project helps whānau in needThe Far North resident, 63, also leads civil defence, festivals and marae work in Moerewa.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia market stall gathering views and questions for 2025 Far North District Council electionKaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections19 Nov 11:43 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North: Ngāwhā cell fire; Lifeguard patrols return; Students join runThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Nov 11:08 PM
Northern Advocate'Born sleeping': How this Kiwi mum marks the loss of her stillborn daughterKerikeri mum honours stillborn daughter with annual cafe donations and balloon releases.19 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei’s fluoridation fracas flares as deadline nearsThe council is required to add fluoride to its water by March 2025.19 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateToddler falls ill after playing in E. coli-contaminated fountainCouncil apologises after E. coli in fountain; changes treatment to prevent future cases.19 Nov 04:43 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: House tour raises a record amountThe latest news bites from around the region.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCommercial vessel caught with gear in marine protected areaNorthland Regional Council said it was the first time a formal enforcement has been done.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSpooktacular gymnasts perform at Kaitāia gym clubA spooky event marks Kaitāia Gymnastics Club's recreational competition.18 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateKevin Page: Fuel station mix-up had me worriedOPINION: I've never found it so difficult to part with my money.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I've had nightmares': Petition calls for Govt action to fight toxic weedWithout a proper plan the weed would take over the landscape and dominate pasture.17 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMan in moderate condition after allegedly being stabbed twice in WhangāreiThe man was taken to hospital with two stab wounds.17 Nov 02:23 AM
Northern Advocate'We are so grateful': Preschooler with brain tumour has skull-wedge reattachedPreschooler diagnosed with aggressive neuroblastoma at top American facility.16 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Monthly food prices fall; Kaitāia Spring Clean postponedThe latest news bites from around the region.15 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateSand mining concerns grow as Bream Bay project could be fast-trackedThe fast-track process may hand 'the keys to the coastline' to the sand miner, some fear.15 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘This baby is going to be so loved’: Woman's 'super-selfless deed' for coupleDespite complications, Colthurst plans to deliver a healthy baby to the supportive couple.15 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: A trip to the optometristOPINION: Shortly thereafter I ordered my first pair of prescription glasses.15 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'This is a woman who lies:' Fake landlord scams desperate family before ChristmasJudge: 'How can you take that money and deceive people who are so desperate?'15 Nov 04:21 AM
Northern Advocate'Women make great leaders': Uplifting event boosts women’s leadership skillsThe Leading Ladies Northland event encouraged women to push aside self-doubt.15 Nov 03:15 AM
Northern AdvocateWoman's despair when car pinched, pet dog stolen as wellDog owner says beloved pet was thrown to the ground and injured.14 Nov 11:41 PM
Northern AdvocateNew low-cost rentals in Whangārei to tackle housing crisisTen new houses in Whangārei will be offered at 80% of the market rental.14 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North Mayor Moko Tepania outlines recovery plans at first state-style addressMayor Moko Tepania outlines Far North's recovery plans at first state address in Kerikeri.14 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHospital workers say patients were transferred because of lift breakdownThe workers dispute Health NZ's statement on the effect of the lift malfunction.13 Nov 11:04 PM
Northern AdvocateStudents inspired at first te reo Māori immersion careers workshopAbout 8000 students have been through the Inspiring the Future programme.13 Nov 08:17 PM
