New ZealandLocal knowledge leads the way in Ninety Mile Beach Snapper BonanzaCompetition runs for five days with a cash pool of $72,000 up for grabs.13 Mar 09:30 PM
New ZealandNZ's largest solar farm just the start of Northland's renewable energy campaignThe company behind Kaitāia farm in Northland to build an even bigger one.13 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGreat conditions for Ninety Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza this weekFishing competition brings 1000 anglers and millions of dollars to the local economy.12 Mar 07:10 PM
New ZealandKerikeri and Whangārei get gigs from Greg JohnsonGreg Johnson brings his songs to Kerikeri and Whangārei12 Mar 05:41 AM
New ZealandConsent wanted for Kaitāia Wastewater Treatment Plant and discharge into Awanui RiverRenewed consent sought for Kaitāia Wastewater Treatment Plant.11 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorth cycling fans in for treat with Big Bike Film Night 2024Big Bike Film Night in Northland with best short films from around the globe.11 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandKaitāia's new town square held up by structural design issuesThe new town square is now set to open in April with a big celebration.06 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrop in speed limits on parts of SH1 between Kaitāia and PukenuiThe SH1 route from Kaitāia to Pukenui gets speed limits reduced.05 Mar 10:09 PM
New ZealandGP may quit community after iwi occupation, 'forced' sale leaves him $130k out of pocketKaitāia GP Cecil Williams may leave town after huge loss on sale of his occupied land.04 Mar 02:09 AM
New ZealandDoubtless Bay loses Kiwibank service - Kaitāia or Paihia now closest outletsNo plans to replace Kiwibank's Doubtless Bay service.03 Mar 11:20 PM
New ZealandMangōnui Waterfront Festival expecting 5000 to flock to townThousands expected for Mangōnui Waterfront Festival.28 Feb 09:47 PM
New ZealandCountry’s largest solar farm at Kaitāia switches onMore than 7700 homes can be powered by the new Kaitāia solar farm.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - Injury when car hits shop, grim future for snails and fundraiserNews snippets from the Far North28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAfter $40 million and three years, Kāeo Bridge opensThe journey to the Far North on State Highway 10 is now much easier.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLatest augmented and virtual reality technology taking Far North youth on journey to their pastAugmented reality and virtual reality to tell story of Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe/Ninety Mile Beach26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandChance 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
New ZealandKāeo’s new $40million bridge open both lanes from SaturdayLong-awaited Kāeo Bridge fully open from Saturday19 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice appeal for information on Matauri Bay road death in Far NorthNorthland beach community road death sparks call from people for help09 Feb 01:35 AM
New Zealand'Deeply impacted whānau': Council to improve road after two young cousins dieAfter deaths of two cousins in Far North swimming hole, council to make road safer.03 Jan 01:36 AM
New ZealandQuick action sees police return classic Chevy within hours of it being stolen$80,000 classic Chevy returned to Far North owner after thief spotted making hand signals.03 Oct 12:31 AM
New ZealandYou know it's spring in the Far North when the shining cuckoo singsThe Far North welcomes spring with the first report of shining cuckoo song.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne seriously injured, two arrested after Far North incidentVehicle crashed into gate of residential property before an assault occurred, police say.01 Jul 11:00 AM
New ZealandLarge parts of Far North still without census papers a week after Census 2023 datePeople in Doubtless Bay, Kaitāia, Ahipara say they’re still in the dark about Census 2023.13 Mar 05:30 AM
Crime$17m Lotto winner alleges woman spent $2.8m on properties for herselfMark Lipsham gave Kim Helmbright nearly $3m within two months of meeting her05 Jul 07:22 AM
PremiumPremiumEducation'We are basically in a crisis': Northland's ECE centre director on the Teaching Council fee and levy changesNorthland's education leaders ponder upon the effects of the Teaching Council fee changes.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang numbers decreasing on paper, not in reality, expert warnsThere are fewer Northlanders on the police's gang list, despite recent gang violence.27 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig rise in e-scooter ACC claims in Whangārei since Beam trial started53 new ACC claims in six months of Whangārei e-scooter trial - a four-fold rise.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandElderly man found unconscious in Whangārei Marina watersNorthland Police are investigating a water-related incident in Whangārei.23 Jun 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuRenowned Māori astrologer Rereata Makiha reveals best spots to see MatarikiNorthlanders gearing up to see the Matariki star cluster may have to adjust their sights.23 Jun 05:00 PM
Crime'Pull your head in': Judge to woman who breached home detentionWoman who twice breached home detention pleads with judge to let her stay on the sentence22 Jun 07:00 AM
EducationGraduating teachers carry region's hopesTai Tokerau's education graduates share their learning experiences21 Jun 06:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe council introducing mandatory snip 'n' chip rule for pet catsThe change has received praise from the country's oldest and largest animal welfare group.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland's 'tooth fairy' continues long wait for court hearingFive days of court time needed for Northland's "tooth fairy" case involving 20 witnesses21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne person dead and another moderately hurt in Taipa crashDetails are scarce but the Advocate understands two utes were involved in a crash in Taipa21 Jun 04:58 AM
