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Jenny Ling
Multimedia Journalist
Kerikeri, New Zealand

Jenny Ling is a feature writer and news reporter for the Northern Advocate.

Jenny Ling has been a journalist for 20 years and joined the Northern Advocate as a senior reporter in 2019. Jenny’s career began at Suburban Newspapers in Auckland followed by a stint at the Dominion Post and several years working at Leader Community Newspapers in Melbourne. Her other roles have included deputy editor of three Fairfax suburban newspapers in Auckland, editor of the Bay Chronicle, Northern News and Whangarei Leader in Northland, and Northland News Director for Stuff. Email Jenny.Ling@nzme.co.nz.

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Northland chaplain leads way to help homeless move from tent to cabin
Northland Age

Northland chaplain leads way to help homeless move from tent to cabin

13 Jun 12:00 AM
'Significant loss of history': Paihia fire devastates Kelly Tarlton's old ship
Northland Age

'Significant loss of history': Paihia fire devastates Kelly Tarlton's old ship

04 Jun 12:51 AM

The fire began on the ship - converted into a building - near Waitangi Bridge.

'It's rocked us all': Community mourns loss of beloved toddler
Northland Age

'It's rocked us all': Community mourns loss of beloved toddler

02 Jun 01:54 AM

At least 400 people gathered in Kaikohe to mourn 3-year-old Catalya.

Twelve champions for Northland celebrated in King's Birthday Honours
Royals

Twelve champions for Northland celebrated in King's Birthday Honours

01 Jun 05:03 PM

From family violence prevention to services to Māori, locals' dedication recognised.

On The Up - ‘Fresh produce is now a luxury’: Northlanders tackle food crisis
Northland Age

On The Up - ‘Fresh produce is now a luxury’: Northlanders tackle food crisis

11 Apr 07:00 PM

Northlanders help families become self-reliant by growing their own vegetables.

Isey Cross celebrates 106th birthday with Jim Beam and kumara chips
Northland Age

Isey Cross celebrates 106th birthday with Jim Beam and kumara chips

11 Apr 02:41 AM

Northland kuia reveals what keeps her 'feeling fantastic' at 106.

Farmer may sell up after repeated dog attacks on livestock
Northland Age

Farmer may sell up after repeated dog attacks on livestock

06 Feb 05:00 PM

Wayne Johnston may sell his Northland block after recent dog attacks.

'It latched on to my hip': Northland mum mauled by dog in children's playground
Northland Age

'It latched on to my hip': Northland mum mauled by dog in children's playground

22 Jan 04:00 PM

A dog attacked J'aime Wright at a Kaitāia playground on January 18.

‘An honour’: Māori educator reflects on receiving ONZM
Northland Age

‘An honour’: Māori educator reflects on receiving ONZM

30 Dec 04:00 PM

Northland educator Dr Te Tuhi Robust honoured as ONZM for services to Māori and education.

'Every day is a beautiful day': Mum on journey with miracle babies
Northland Age

'Every day is a beautiful day': Mum on journey with miracle babies

23 Dec 05:00 PM

Northland mum celebrates her 'miracle babies' after overcoming premature birth challenges.

Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route
Northland Age

Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route

20 Dec 04:00 PM

Far North residents celebrate as Mangamuka Gorge reopens, ending costly detours.

'Don't take the kids there': Child victim of second dog attack at Northland beach
Northland Age

'Don't take the kids there': Child victim of second dog attack at Northland beach

19 Dec 12:00 AM

Second dog attack at Northland beach sparks safety concerns among residents.

Aunty Kath: Kiwi Ferns legend remembered for her selfless dedication
Northland Age

Aunty Kath: Kiwi Ferns legend remembered for her selfless dedication

24 Nov 06:32 PM

Hundreds farewell Kathleen Wharton; NRLW star remembered for her community impact.

Waitangi Treaty Grounds museums receive bomb threats and evacuate
Northland Age

Waitangi Treaty Grounds museums receive bomb threats and evacuate

02 Jan 11:22 PM

The Waitangi Treaty Grounds museums were evacuated following bomb threats.

Gorse to golf tees: Golfers' environmentally friendly new business
Northland Age

Gorse to golf tees: Golfers' environmentally friendly new business

02 Aug 05:00 PM

Two Far North golfing buddies have created a business turning gorse into golf tees.

The stage is calling for Northland talent
Northland Age

The stage is calling for Northland talent

11 Nov 07:07 PM

It's Youth Theatre's first te reo Māori season, and Tai Tokerau talent is being sought.

Water wait: Kaitāia water project pushed out to November
Northland Age

Water wait: Kaitāia water project pushed out to November

02 Oct 04:00 PM

Kaitāia residents hoping to drink water from the Sweetwater supply will have to wait.

Ngāpuhi Northland Age editor excited about homecoming and new role
Northland Age

Ngāpuhi Northland Age editor excited about homecoming and new role

09 Jul 05:00 PM

Myjanne Jensen is looking forward to her new role as editor of the Northland Age.

Queen's birthday honour a community effort, says Noma
Northland Age

Queen's birthday honour a community effort, says Noma

06 Jun 05:00 PM

Kawakawa resident Noma Shepherd has been made ONZM for services to the community.

Public urged to have a say on Whangaroa scallop rāhui
Northland Age

Public urged to have a say on Whangaroa scallop rāhui

19 Mar 04:00 PM

Fisheries NZ is calling for submissions on the scallop-harvesting ban in Whangaroa.

Battery fire caused glider crash that killed Far North pilot
Northland Age

Battery fire caused glider crash that killed Far North pilot

09 Dec 11:01 PM

The fire would have spread quickly and filled the cockpit with toxic fumes.

Portia Woodman backs initiative to tackle Northland's period poverty problem
Northland Age

Portia Woodman backs initiative to tackle Northland's period poverty problem

05 Oct 09:00 PM

Portia Woodman is backing a new initiative to tackle period poverty in Northland.

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A mini-tour of Kawakawa with Darleen Tana Hoff-Nielsen
Northland Age

A mini-tour of Kawakawa with Darleen Tana Hoff-Nielsen

28 Sep 10:00 PM

The Green's Northland candidate Darleen Tana Hoff-Nielsen gives a mini-tour of Kawakawa.

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