Northern AdvocateJonny Wilkinson: The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is to be lived, celebrated, and sharedEveryone is welcome to come along and take part.24 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Regional Council power shift: Deputy chair facing chopIt comes after Tui Shortland resigned from her role as chairwoman.24 Nov 06:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘Precious' kauri gum allegedly stolen from Waitangi returned, police sayMuseum staff have been left appalled at what they say was a 'shameless' daytime theft.24 Nov 05:22 AM
Northern AdvocateInnocent shoppers attacked as fight spills out of Far North supermarketPolice have labelled the assault an 'appalling act' that has no place in the community.24 Nov 01:52 AM
Northern AdvocateFood safety experts share tips for eating safely outdoors this summerFood poisoning cases spike in summer - here are the top food hygiene safety tips.24 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSignficant final report on Ngāpuhi treaty claims to be handed over at WaitangiThe report details findings of the Tribunal’s inquiry into Treaty breaches and more.23 Nov 10:28 PM
Northern AdvocatePacking a punch in motor vehicle history: A tour through time at Packard Motor MuseumThe museum founder, Graeme Craw, spent 60 years collecting the exhibition items.23 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRuawai's $18m drainage scheme would welcome climate pilot moneyThe pilot’s future looks uncertain.23 Nov 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMāori Battalion taonga stolen from Waitangi museum in broad daylightThe kauri gum treasure, the size of a small netball, was taken around midday on Sunday.23 Nov 12:56 AM
Northern AdvocatePōhutukawa tree believed to be 600 years old topples into sea"It was a lot of noise, and she went magnificently. She just toppled."22 Nov 11:04 PM
Northern AdvocateDoC's Northland campsites could sell out for summerBook now or miss out on DoC's Far North campsites.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHard-up Far North hospices get help from Farmers Kaitāia Christmas appealFar North hospices will benefit from Farmers Kaitāia Christmas Tree of Remembrance Appeal.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFirst cruise ships to be welcomed to Whangārei next yearThe ships arrive next year in what's set to be a boon for regional economic prosperity.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateForest mega-mast a mixed blessing for Far North native faunaLooming multi-mast in Northland’s forests could be good news for natives.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Water quality at popular swim spots available onlineThe latest news bites from around the region.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJason Momoa filming leads to recovery of large trove of kōiwi on Far North beachIt turned out a farmer had been finding kōiwi on Elliot Bay for about a year.22 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNZ’s first wāhine Māori chairwoman resigns Northland Regional Council roleTui Shortland's resignation effective from Tuesday's meeting; she stays on the council.22 Nov 01:31 AM
Northern AdvocateBaby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.21 Nov 10:48 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara councillor opens meeting with karakia despite mayor's banThe meeting opened with the words: “Kia hora te marino”.21 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateEnd of one era, start of another as Kaitāia mosaic wall removedMuch-loved Kaitāia mosaic wall being removed to make way for town square.21 Nov 08:18 PM
Northern AdvocateCalls for sightings of whale with line tangled around tail off Northland coastThe whale is believed to be able to breathe as its head and fins are free from the line.21 Nov 07:09 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei iwi threaten occupation if housing development goes aheadA 93-house development is planned on Ōnoke Hill, a well-known site in Kamo.21 Nov 05:28 PM
Northern Advocate'She has to go everywhere with me': Pet chicken frequents job sites and cafes in WhangāreiNorthlander Clark Ha has a special bond with a chicken called Yuki.21 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Pool club triumphs; restrictions around dogs on beachesThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRuawai property in spotlight over who gets potential sale fundsThe decision will now go to the full council to decide.21 Nov 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland house prices join trend in nationwide growthWhangārei suburbs come out on top as the strongest growth market.21 Nov 01:03 AM
Northern Advocate'Hospice had our back': Family praises support service as calls for more funding riseNorthland hospice services are facing tough decisions due to cost-of-living pressures.20 Nov 10:23 PM
Northern AdvocateSome Kaipara road slips from February storms could take three years to fixThere are 71 slips still impacting Kaipara roads after multiple severe weather events.20 Nov 08:04 PM
Northern AdvocateDozens of Far North storm slips repaired, but some will take three yearsFar North roads are still impacted by 175 slips from severe weather events.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Weather inspires book; Dog day fundraiserThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Karma is a beautiful thingOPINION: I recall my dad telling me to be the bigger person.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTwo people with critical injuries in hospital after serious crashPair with critical injuries hospitalised after serious crash.20 Nov 12:38 AM
OpinionWhangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo: Brynderwyn bypass upgrade vitalFrom the mayor's office: Build it and they shall come... but how will they get here?19 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'The isolated north': Business leaders call for urgent investment in critical road infrastructureNorthland businesses are rallying to get better state highways for the 'isolated north'.19 Nov 04:00 PM