Northland AgePlans for a Remembrance Park make-overTe Hiku Community Board unveiled plans for a make-over of Kaitaia's Remembrance Park, home of the town's war memorial.27 Oct 07:53 PM
Northland AgeRisking it all for rarest of seedsA head for heights helps when it comes to safeguarding the future of a glorious New Zealand native.23 Oct 04:20 AM
Northland AgeNZ Surf Bros riding a new wave on Commerce StreetIt's been a bit of a surprise that Kaitaia - with its proximity to two coastlines offering an abundance of pumping waves and perfect offshore winds.22 Oct 08:28 PM
Northland AgeHot prospects for tennis seasonThe Doubtless Bay Tennis Club enjoyed a strong turnout of all ages and abilities at the season opening day held in scorching early summer conditions on Sunday.22 Oct 08:25 PM
Northland AgeNot so far - but certainly amazingAn 18-kilometre run, much of it on 90 Mile Beach, is a relative doddle for most these days when it comes to fronting up to a physical challenge, but there was more to Saturday's Far-Mazing Race.22 Oct 08:15 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Thursday October 23, 2014It is unbelievable, the haste with which TVNZ chased up Hone Harawira to ask if he knew anything about Patrick Awarau's charges.22 Oct 08:05 PM
Northland AgeA receptive audience for the ArmyThe New Zealand Defence Force's Operation Wisdom Tooth, which winds up in Kaitaia today, had been a real success according to Major Suzanne Halligan.22 Oct 08:01 PM
Northland AgeA cross for every one who servedThe 100th anniversary of the outbreak of World War I was marked last week with the planting of 57 crosses, one for each person from the district who served in the Great War, in a Lawn of Remembrance.22 Oct 07:57 PM
Northland AgeFar North girls foot it with the bestA record five players from the Far North featured in the 10-strong Northland team which represented the province in the girls' division of the annual Weir Rose Bowl Tournament in Cambridge.20 Oct 08:17 PM
Northland AgeVan Iperen nails second placeThe Far North has done well in national apprentice competitions over the years, and last week Coastal Homes (Doubtless Bay) added to the record.20 Oct 08:02 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Tuesday October 21, 2014It came out this week that Treasury had advised the government that school breakfasts had no measurable impact on educational performance.20 Oct 07:56 PM
Northland AgeEditorial Tuesday October 21, 2014THE recent spate of boating mishaps has once again prompted calls from some quarters to make the wearing of life jackets compulsory.20 Oct 07:51 PM
Northland AgeLong ago promise is not forgottenA promise made 30 years ago is taking shape on the banks of a Far North river.20 Oct 07:46 PM
Northland AgeA story for future generationsThe single most important feature of Te Aupouri's pou, which was unveiled in the atrium at Te Ahu on Friday, was its dedication to the tamariki/mokopuna who were the iwi's future.20 Oct 07:41 PM
Northland AgeExperts fight for turtle trioKelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium and Auckland Zoo are making every effort to ensure that three sea turtles that came into their care in critically ill condition.20 Oct 07:33 PM
Northland AgeMission accomplished for Kyle ChenKyle Chen won a gold medal in the 63kg Cadet Male Division at the 2014 New Zealand Boxing Championships, in Queenstown last weekend.15 Oct 10:30 PM
Northland AgeAthletics begin in balmy conditionsThe Kaitaia Athletic Club officially began for the summer season in balmy conditions on Tuesday night which had some suggesting summer was well on its way.15 Oct 08:30 PM
Northland AgeA scuba diving invasionOrganisers of the Russell to Paihia Snorkel Scuba Race last month noted the event was not only one of the best in recent memory but it also raised $3900.15 Oct 08:25 PM
Northland AgeInspiration born of adversityTony Makiha has had more than his share of health issues over recent years, and is not yet entirely out of the woods, but that hasn't slowed him down.15 Oct 08:20 PM
Northland AgeEbola nurse is not contagiousNorthlanders have been reassured that a Northland nurse and midwife who has returned from volunteering to care for Ebola victims in Sierra Leone is not contagious.15 Oct 08:16 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Thursday October 16, 2014It's certainly good to read of the co-operation at the Mayoral Forum between our Northland councils as described by Mayor John Carter in his Northland Age column.15 Oct 08:03 PM
Northland AgeIs time up for the clock?The future of Kaitaia's town clock will be one of the subjects on the agenda at a public meeting called by Te Hiku Community Board next week.15 Oct 07:48 PM
Northland AgeFree doctors' visits come early to NorthNorthland MP Mike Sabin has joined Health Minister Jonathan Coleman in applauding Northland's decision to fund free doctors' visits and prescriptions for children up to 13 years.15 Oct 07:42 PM
Northland AgeRally novices impress and surviveHe's the captain of both the Kaitaia rugby and senior cricket teams, and also cuts a mean deck in bridge by all accounts.13 Oct 08:28 PM
Northland AgeFitness buffs get their kicksA new type of exercise class has opened up in Doubtless Bay and has local residents kicking up their heels (or more aptly, their bare feet).13 Oct 08:19 PM
Northland AgeA home away from homeGeneral manager Jackie Simkins, her staff and the Claud Switzer Memorial Trust spare no effort to provide the homeliest environment possible for those who live at Kaitaia rest home.13 Oct 08:07 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Tuesday October 14, 2014I support Klaus Kurz' comments (Cats too slow, Northern Advocate September 26).13 Oct 08:01 PM
Northland AgeEditorial Tuesday October 14, 2014WHATEVER the benefits of the so-called social media might turn out to be, it is doubtful that they will outweigh the negatives.13 Oct 07:52 PM
Northland Age'Stupid rules' are the housing problemA Far North District councillor has hit back at claims by Finance Minister Bill English that councils are to blame for soaring house costs, and thereby contributing to poverty.13 Oct 07:46 PM
Northland AgeMore success for WaitapuIt might be one of the smallest wineries in the North, but what Sandra and Eric Shackleton's Waitapu Estate lacks in size it makes up for with quality.13 Oct 07:40 PM
Northland AgeOpening wide for Defence ForceThe dental health of more than 300 Far North residents who hold a community service card is in for a boost this week and next, thanks to a New Zealand Defence Force training exercise.13 Oct 07:35 PM
Northland AgeIsuzu MU-XThere would be few motoring brands in the Southern Hemisphere as instantly recognizable as Isuzu.08 Oct 11:05 PM
Northland Age"O wad some power the gifte gie us, to see oursels as ithers see us".To be greeted traditionally on the Waitangi Treaty Grounds in the company of overseas guests is to literally see ourselves through the eyes of others.08 Oct 10:55 PM
Northland AgeA productive communityA newly established community garden aims to revive the lost art of growing healthy food while helping people in need.08 Oct 10:39 PM
