PhotosArtBeat 2024 at the Whangārei Town BasinNorthland's biggest free interactive art festival drew in a huge crowd keen to get creative. 25 Feb 12:55 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Lotto player wins big in Saturday night drawHowever, Powerball wasn't won, meaning $10m is up for grabs on Wednesday.24 Feb 10:26 PM
SportBlues claim strong win over Fijian DruaThe Blues have started the season with a convincing victory.24 Feb 05:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: Technology is always changing and change is dauntingOpinion: People feel powerless before it and threatened by it.23 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTrial date set for man accused of fatal crash resulting in teen's deathThe 17-year-old died in a two-car collision in June 2023.23 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMākutu may have led to return of taonga stolen from museumKaitāia’s Te Ahu Museum may increase security after a taonga was stolen.23 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Surfing for Farmers is back; Kāeo Bridge opensThe latest news bites from around the region.23 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'A constant stress': Residents' health affected by truck-riddled Brynderwyns detour routePaparoa-Oakleigh Rd residents prepare for onslaught of trucks during Brynderwyns detour.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateCarolyn Hansen: The power of the mindChoice is where the real power lies.23 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNo room for error: What it’s really like driving the Paparoa-Oakleigh Rd detour routeReporter Jenny Ling takes a road trip along a Brynderwyns detour to see what it's like.23 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'World's most predictable problem': SH1 Brynderwyns closure angers truckiesA group representing NZ trucking firms is calling for long-term transport planning.23 Feb 04:58 AM
Northern Advocate'Admiring' young fans lend their support to Blues ahead of Fijian Drua clash'I want to be like them and play rugby at the top level some day.'23 Feb 03:47 AM
Northern AdvocateLock Josh Beehre makes Blues debut against Fijian Drua in Whangārei hometownThe former Whangārei Boys' High School student says he has come full circle.23 Feb 02:19 AM
Northern Advocate'Lost my best mate': Twin of critically-hurt surfer on brother's 'long, hard' recoveryThe 32-year-old suffered critical spinal injures after slamming head-first into a sandbar.22 Feb 11:26 PM
Northern Advocate'It's about survival': Kids as young as 11 working as farm hands to help feed familyNo warm clothes, hungry bellies and working on farms is some children's daily reality.22 Feb 10:36 PM
Northern AdvocateFundraiser started for young family who 'lost everything' in house fire'Fortunately, they are all safe, but they are all shaken from this traumatic incident.'22 Feb 10:30 PM
Northern Advocate'Complete closure' for some businesses during SH1 Brynderwyn Hill repairsWhile they agree the road needs to repaired, they are dreading the impact of the closure.22 Feb 09:27 PM
Northern AdvocateTeen dad high on cannabis found not guilty of newborn son's manslaughter'There’s no suggestion that he deliberately assaulted his cherished son' - defence.22 Feb 04:23 AM
Northern AdvocateLate cancellation of university teaching course not good enough, says campus founderThe former campus director says training teachers in Northland is vital22 Feb 01:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMum grabs kids and runs as fire breaks out in kitchenA young couple have lost everything after their Whangārei home caught fire.21 Feb 11:06 PM
Northern AdvocateMangawhai Bar collision prompts warning to surfers to avoid crowds, accept abilityFinding somewhere to surf without a crowd is increasingly important for surfers.21 Feb 05:59 PM
Northern AdvocateJohn Williamson: More road cones, but also more traffic management rulesThe temporary traffic management system adds significantly to the cost of roading jobs.21 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Whangārei tests solar panel cleaning robot; Covid inquiry heads northThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOutlook for Kaitāia A&P Show a sunny day with plenty of family fun136th Kaitāia A&P Show set to shine, with a glorious Far North day expected.21 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateChance for youth to shine at Far North’s Got Talent competitionBest of youth talent to take part in Far North’s Got Talent contest.21 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: Whangārei Rock and Gemstone Club finds the beauty withinIs the Whangārei Rock and Gemstone Club worth a visit? Of quartz it is!21 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGood Samaritan beaten with bats and bars after trying to stop assaultPolice are appealing for the public's help as they investigate the 'cowardly' attacks.21 Feb 01:37 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North views on Covid response given to Royal Commission Inquiry teamCovid-19 Royal Commission Inquiry visits Far North.20 Feb 11:08 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North folk asked how they want to be represented on councilThe Far North's review is a chance for people to say how they want to be represented.20 Feb 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePedestrian fatally hit by car remembered as adventurous family manEmmanuel Nicholson, 35, died on February 6 after he was hit by a car in Matauri Bay.20 Feb 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTeen having psychotic episode fled from hospital hours before he diedJak Seth's father told an inquest the 19-year-old was a “smart and intelligent kid”.20 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Former cop up for national sports award; first Northland supermarket to get facial recognitionThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateExplosive Northland council meeting sparks complaint to Local Government MinisterNRC chair said the process followed at the meeting had been open and honest.20 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUp to 15,000 expected in Town Basin for Northland's biggest free art eventThe Whangārei festival aims to make participating in the arts accessible to all.20 Feb 04:00 PM
