'I've already used up eight of my nine lives': Mike King's hope for NZ, and himself
Constantly striving for "perfect happiness" is having a devastating effect on kids.
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Family fun day a success as thousands show their support for emergency services
Kids and adults had fun at the Emergency Services Family Fun Day at Kensington Park.
NZ Events Association votes Whangārei’s Northland Events Centre the best in the country
Where's the best events venue in the country? Right here in Northland!
A doctor, an island and oil: The olive journey of Peter Crelinsten
Peter’s connection with olives harks back to the Maltese island Gozo in the Mediterranean.
'He didn't deserve to go that way': Mum of man killed by homeless colleague speaks
David Gilchrist was off his meds and deemed an imminent risk when he killed Glen Collins.
'Already feel like a winner': Entertainer Luke Bird says on being a finalist for TV awards
Northland entertainer Luke Bird is a favourite to win the Television Personality award.
'This is the tipping point': Fears businesses won’t survive another Brynderwyns closure
Northland leaders say the next Brynderwyn closure will be the final straw for some.
News in brief: Emergency Services Family Fun Day to kick off
The latest news bites from around the region.
'High energy and good vibes': 10 Questions with Shapeshifter
"Spread the love and the good vibes will always make for a good time."
Carolyn Hansen: Health in mind
When we're healthy mentally, we're able to realise our full potential.
Our Treasures: Celebrating seniors at Kiwi North
Evidence of mining for silver goes back about 5000 year.
Jonny Wilkinson: Infamous examples of mistakes been made more than once
If you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you always got.
Northland's only finalist for New Zealand Television Awards
Northland larger-than-life celebrity Luke Bird considers himself to be a strong contender to win this year's best television personality honour at the New Zealand Television Awards this year. Video / The Northern Advocate
Kaipara mayor on his controversial calls at the helm
Craig Jepson: 'If you have an opinion it can be a dangerous place in local government.'
Breach of natural justice: Northlander wins Māori Land Court rehearing
But Māori Appellate Court also warns him his case was poorly made.
Whangārei Fight Night: Trish Vaka gets boxing gloves back on after four-year hiatus
Northland Kauri player on the Wahine Toa II double world champion card.
Northland news in brief: Popular walking tracks closed, firefighters deployed to Queensland
The latest news bites from around the region.
Turnaround sees Awanui named Most Beautiful Tiny Town
Awanui's huge efforts to revitalise itself have paid off.
Two-month closure of the Brynderwyns up for consideration
Waka Kotahi has confirmed it proposes to close the Brynderwyns in Northland - again.
From small Northland community to international climate change scientist
Northland's Georgia Grant lands L’Oreal-Unesco For Women in Science (FWIS) fellowship.
Pro American surfer surprises locals along Northland coastlines
"John John" Florence made landfall in Northland at Ocean Beach
Man kidnapped at gunpoint, tied up and driven around in the boot of his own car
Two men with alleged links to Rebels are on trial for kidnapping and shooting at police.
Kaikohe gets more than three times its normal October rainfall from cyclone's tail
Ex-tropical cyclone Lola dumped record rainfall on the Far North.
The life-saving pothole which prompted woman to seek medical treatment
Joanne Phillips wouldn't have sought medical care if it wasn't for a Far North pothole.
Far North mountain range has 11,000 pests removed
More than 11,000 animal pests wiped out in Far North forest
Is it a giant log? No it's Kaitāia mechanic Joe Oliver's unique caravan!
Kaitāia mechanic Joe Oliver creates eye-catching log caravan
News in brief: Kāinga Ora complex leads way in solar electricity; what to do with unused medication
The latest news bites from around the region.
Bay News: A Cracker of a Christmas concert; silent auction for art
The latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.
Eco-friendly Kaitāia cafe wins top environmental award
Peekaboo Backyard Eatery's green initiatives recognised.
News in brief from the Far North - Armistice Day in Kerikeri and BOI show back
News snippets from the Far North
World-class haka theatre performance coming to Northland stage
Taurite is all about oneness and finding balance in our busy world.
Firefighters battle blaze at Waipapa home
Five Far North fire appliances are at the scene.
'Hopefully there's someone in Government who's listening': Early childcare teachers strike
Whangārei Childcare Centre is one of 100 striking across the country.