Northern AdvocateAfter year of fundraising, breast milk bank to start helping vulnerable infantsNorthland's human milk bank will provide safely pasteurised breast milk to babies in need.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders to pay $54.8m in council rates in the coming 2024/2025 yearCouncil set to increase rate to fund emergency services and sports facilities.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateExcitement in the air as L.A.B. announce Whangārei showThey're back - and this year with even more Kiwi talent.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMotorists reminded to keep eye out for cattle on Whangārei Heads RoadThere is no signage or other mode of warning about the risk.30 Jun 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'It’s important for our mental health in the cold': Matariki fun warms heartsFriday's events included Whangārei's Light and Lantern Parade, and Waipu on Ice.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMatariki at Planetarium North - Our TreasuresOpinion: Our visit to Planetarium North was an absolutely stellar experience.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Free first phone boxes, Electricity authority given three months to investigate power cutThe latest news bites from around the region.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman brutally attacked slams justice system after not learning of abuser's releaseThe woman received a formal written notice three days before her attacker was released.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett reflects on his time in CreteOpinion: Joe Bennett spends some time in Crete.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateDon’t worry be happy, if you can - Carolyn HansenOPINION: Increasing tensions, negative feelings and emotions are rising around the world.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDry July: Far North couple who went through cancer journeys at same time speak in supportFar North cancer survivors Steve and Valerie Smith are getting behind Dry July.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRegional council specialists to work with marae on flood resilienceMarae from near Cape Reinga in the north to Kaipara’s Naumai in the south are involved.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBrynderwyns reopening a success, work will continue until springAfte a four-month long closure State Highway 1 at the Brynderwyn Hills is open.27 Jun 03:16 AM
Northern AdvocateMonths of pain for former hairdresser leads to colorectal cancer diagnosisA few years after losing her son to suicide, she noticed fatigue. Then came the diagnosis.27 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateJohn Williamson: Making a visible difference to road safetyOPINION: A study shows older drivers recognise cyclists less often than younger ones.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - truck leaves highway, filmmaking workshops and power compoNew snippets from the Far North.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateStill no Sweetwater for Kaitāia as project is believed to top $20mCosts of Kaitāia's new water source soar, but no water yet.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Climate factors blamed for ‘zombie’ fish; investigation into arrestThe latest news bites from around the region.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland councils stick with Māori wards despite Government pushTwo of the four councils will retain Māori wards, while the other two are tight-lipped.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North could be best place to see Matariki stars this weekMatariki star system visible from Far North this week26 Jun 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateBig slip won't stop Mangamuka Gorge reopening by Christmas - NZTANew large slip won't stop SH1 over gorge reopening by Christmas.26 Jun 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateLooking forward: Northlanders relieved Brynderwyns open after four long monthsState Highway 1 over the Brynderwyns is finally open tonight after four months of detours.26 Jun 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateIPCA reviewing firearm incident after shot fired, wanted man injured in fallInvestigations are under way into a Far North incident in which police fired a shot.25 Jun 10:58 PM
Northern AdvocateBridge vs Truck: Another truck hits Rust Ave structure, the second in two weeksWhangārei rail overbridge in Rust Ave hit by truck for 16th time.25 Jun 04:06 AM
Northern Advocate'You are going to jail': Only one outcome for violent teen in jewellery store robberyHe herded employees into the back of the store and attacked one with a crowbar.25 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Moment of stupidity': Honoured citizen pulled rifle on boy racersBut now he has been discharged without conviction for his actions.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Paddy's Paddock, register your petThe latest news bites from around the region.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia Primary School could have longest running education site in the country190 years of education at Kaitāia Primary site recognised24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - no paddock cars, dogs to be registered and new speed limitsNews snippets from the Far North24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom the Far North to the world - brothers hope debut single will lead to global successDebut single from Far North-raised Zentarge released for Matariki.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBusinesses want compensation as Transpower says too many nuts taken off pylon caused power cutNorthland businesses want compensation.24 Jun 04:10 AM
Northern AdvocateBig Shout Out to Far North's army of volunteersVolunteers from the Far North honoured for National Volunteer Week24 Jun 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateGarden bird survey: How you can take partPull up a chair and spend an hour in your backyard counting birds.23 Jun 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTop Whangārei building apprentice 'stoked' to be in national competitionJayden Hudson-Owen will represent Whangārei at a national competition this week.23 Jun 11:00 PM