Northern Advocate'It's not safe': Hospital nurses strike over concerns of unsafe staffingMore than 200 nurses marched in Whangārei as part of the national strike on Tuesday.03 Dec 02:54 AM
Northern AdvocateStoat-busting duo find no sign of rogue visitor on predator-free island A stoat that swam to Matakohe-Limestone Island is believed to have gone again.02 Dec 10:47 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei Lotto player wins $17k in Second DivisionThe latest news bites from around the region.02 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Caravan blunder makes us the talk of a small NZ townThankfully, Mrs P is an expert – all women are, apparently – and we manage.02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement noticeThe Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project. 02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It’s too late once pēpē are born': Urgent call for jabs as whooping cough cases riseNorth has low vaccination levels, more smoking, and housing insecurity.02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'The risk of explosion is high': Fake gasfitter put lives at riskJohn Arthur used fake ID to pose as a gasfitter for people with boats and motorhomes.02 Dec 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSecurity guard brings Christmas magic back to Whangārei's Strand'It fills my cup," Sharon Edwards says of children enjoying her Christmas decorations.01 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s a priceless gift’: Whangārei man's life saved by selfless donationNolan Keith promises to look after his new heart, to honour those who donated it.29 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUrination, vomiting and fighting: Violent behaviour sees police oppose venue's liquor licenceNew owners of The Butter Factory face liquor licence challenge amid safety issues.29 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett My to-do list nightmare: The tasks that won't go awayOPINION: I've learned to live with my to-do list and its nagging reminder of incompletion.29 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei A&P Show: A historic Caterpillar on displayThe show also features royal-themed events, competitions, and live entertainment.29 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCommunity group which helps up to 100 a day appeals for new homeThe Clothing Sheds and Aroha Gardens offers clothes and kai to up to 100 people a day.29 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateYoung couple left with 44c to pay mortgage after bank card fraudA young mum is warning anyone who finds a bank card to be careful how they advertise it.28 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAvocado growers hope Australian shortage will lift pricesLast season, bad weather in Aotearoa flooded the domestic market with lower quality fruit.28 Nov 09:44 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei District Council votes 7-6 against adding fluoride to water supplyFluoride Free group praises decision; Dental Association expresses disappointment.28 Nov 07:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateRegion's cocaine use linked to ideal smuggling conditionsNZ Drug Foundation warns of increased cocaine harm.28 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland teen Roller Derby players hand picked for world stageSix Northlanders aged between 14-18 have been selected to represent New Zealand. 28 Nov 02:31 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Volunteers’ decade of support at Whangārei oncology centreThe latest news bites from around the region.27 Nov 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Northland's roads to get facelift, but expect road cones and delaysPothole fund boosts road maintenance.27 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateApology 'not accepted': Conservationists cause outrage by killing pet catThe difficulties of predator control in conservation areas near housing.27 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Heads residents sick of slow pace want quick changeShould local speed limits be relaxed during school holidays?26 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateReti says good progress being made on Whangārei Hospital rebuildWhangārei Hospital is in such a dire state that parts of the roof leak when it rains.26 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Disease of the mind:' Mother who killed two preschoolers gripped by delusional fearsThe woman has been acquitted of murder after being deemed insane at the time.26 Nov 06:05 AM
Northern AdvocateAgency hits the road to share Northland Expressway progressNZTA says public interest in the work has been high.26 Nov 02:16 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Hospital on trackHealth Minister Dr Shane Reti says all stages of the Whangārei Hospital redevelopment are on track. Video / Denise PiperWatch26 Nov 12:37 AM
Northern AdvocateExtra $42m funding for New Zealand's hospitals, senior doctorsThe Health Minister and the commissioner said the regions needed more of a boost.25 Nov 10:22 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: From calm to chaos – my encounter with an angry road userA face-off with an aggressive tailgater, diffusing the situation before it escalates.25 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFarmstrong launches toolkit to support farmers post-Cyclone GabrielleGetting Through toolkit to support farmers recovering from the cyclone.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia’s Garden Safari delights visitors, boosts RDA fundingKaitāia Garden Safari raises nearly $11,000 for Riding for the Disabled.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Native fish helped past Ruakākā weir with new rock ramp installationThe latest news bites from around the region.25 Nov 02:00 PM
Northern AdvocateInvestigation ongoing into burglary that left resident seriously injured, dog deadThree men arrested after an aggravated burglary that injured man, killed dog.25 Nov 12:19 AM
Northern AdvocateRescued whales still safe at sea today: Public praised for their helpThousands of people thronged to Ruakākā Beach to help a pod of stranded whales.24 Nov 08:41 PM
Northern AdvocateAunty Kath: Kiwi Ferns legend remembered for her selfless dedicationHundreds farewell Kathleen Wharton; NRLW star remembered for her community impact.24 Nov 06:32 PM
