Northern AdvocateFast-track consenting gives Northport another door to expansionNorthport wants to ensure its plans to expand will be approved one way or another.30 Apr 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBrynderwyns reopening delayed: 'Prolongs the hurt' for Northland businessesMotorists have to wait another 'number of weeks' before using SH1 over the Brynderwyns.30 Apr 05:34 AM
Northern AdvocateRegion's driving culture needs to change drastically, say policeNorthland's road toll this year equates to more than one death a week.30 Apr 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice continue investigation into the unexplained death of Tikipunga manA fire started in a car and spread to the house where a critically injured man was found.29 Apr 11:17 PM
Northern AdvocateA growing concern: experts plan new strategy to eradicate moth plantConservation group's aim to up community efforts in the ongoing war against moth plant.29 Apr 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateViews of Northlanders aged 12-24 sought for new youth strategyA Northland youth strategy group calls for input from young people.29 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice say no risk to public after suspicious fatal fire in TikipungaPolice say there's no suggestion of any public risk after the suspicious fatal fire.29 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news in brief: Two concerts, wildlife relocation and seeking sika deerNews snippets from the Far North.29 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I was stuck for a year and a half': Stepdad allegedly abused girl for 18 monthsThe man claims it's untrue and the allegations stem from a custody dispute with her mum.29 Apr 08:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei mum wins contest with 94kg pumpkin'My jaw dropped on the floor. I couldn’t believe how big my pumpkin had grown.'29 Apr 05:22 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North's Viki Heta and Arana Rewha earn major award for caulerpa and pest effortsViki Heta and Arana Rewha frm Far North win New Zealand Biosecurity Awards29 Apr 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice launch investigation into Whangārei house fire that left one person deadThe fatal fire started in a car and spread to the house, Fenz said.29 Apr 02:43 AM
Northern AdvocateNew boiler for 114-year-old Bay of Islands ferry Minerva brings unique steam experience closerVisitors soon will be able to travel by steam rail and ferry from Kawakawa to Russell.28 Apr 11:48 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Regional Council pushes back against plan to reinstate binding pollsThe council played a key role in getting Māori ward polling removed.28 Apr 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateVince Cocurullo: Honouring Anzac Day and next steps with the Long-Term PlanOPINION: Many go to war knowing that they may not come back.28 Apr 10:47 PM
Northern AdvocateGisborne cockroach and corpse loving ‘coffin fly’ identified in Whangārei man’s supermarket cheeseMPI is still investigating a pensioner's 1kg block of cheese.28 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateVictim of freak bridge incident says council, contractor, haven't apologisedThe wife of a man injured on a council bridge says their lives have been dreadful since.28 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePrincipal on tenterhooks awaiting news on Education Ministry cutsThere is concern that our most vulnerable learners will be those who feel the impact.28 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It will be prison': Bus driver, 71, put 'on notice' after kissing boyThe man groomed the boy through their mutual interest in toy cars.27 Apr 01:02 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Wildlife care amid Mangamuka repairs; popular walking tracks closedThe latest news bites from around the region.26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJonny Wilkinson: I think I’ve still got some good conkers in my marble collectionOpinion: Turning a calendar mishap into a mini-vacation26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: Behind the scenes of the Northland Vintage Machinery ClubThe people and their stories are the real treasures of the Heritage Park.26 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: The fundamentals of writing a songOpinion: Joe Bennett found four fundamentals to writing a song.26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom studying law to playing the potty-mouthed 'bogan': Aussie comedian Chopper gets candidThe comedic icon says meeting the real life Chopper Read was under-whelming.26 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateOpinion: Embracing the pain of change with a positive, healthy attitude is fitness for lifeFeeling discomfort through change indicates we are expanding our horizons.26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDisability funding cuts hurt: 'There's nothing to help us'Kristy Kewene loves her son James, 23, but says caring for him is tough.26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFour-star hotel plans resurrected for central WhangāreiMillennium & Copthorne Hotels want the Dent St site for a hotel, again.26 Apr 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateIconic Northland tracks to close for months for repair workThe temporary closure will be used to repair and enhance infrastructure.26 Apr 12:03 AM
Northern AdvocateNewly released music album from The Surge is Northland's first vinyl in many yearsProducing music on vinyl gave it a certain warmth and spatial depth.25 Apr 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe Surge debut their first vinyl with Vine Street VinylThree-piece band The Surge in collaboration with Vine Street Vinyl in Whangārei debut their first ever vinyl on World Record Store Day on April 20. Video / Northern AdvocateWatch25 Apr 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRuawai leader slams council in David and Goliath battle over $400k propertyProceeds from a residential property should go to the scheme and not the council, he says.25 Apr 07:13 PM
Northern AdvocateArtist's latest exhibition dishes dirt on neighbour and councilA Northland artist has an unconventional exhibition showing in Whangārei.25 Apr 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateShould ratepayers foot the bill to ensure freedom campers stick to the rules?Whangarei District Council reviews need for monitoring of freedom camping.25 Apr 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThousands of Northlanders brave the chill to commemorate Anzac DayDawn ceremonies are taking place around the region today.24 Apr 08:13 PM
