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 AdvocateNews in brief: Pool club triumphs; restrictions around dogs on beachesThe latest news bites from around the region.21 Nov 04:00 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 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 AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North: Let's light up Kaitāia, moko mataora project, and land occupation endsNews snippets from the Far North.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North mayor's vow to improve dog control welcomedFar North activists are keen to keep the council honest on dog control improvements.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Regional Council freshwater plan could face farmer oppositionThe council accepted the changes could mean significant costs for landowners.20 Nov 02:22 AM
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
Northern AdvocateDesperate mum pleads for help to fund baby's fight against cancerA Givealittle page was set up to help baby Robin fight cancer.19 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Baby death unexplained, housing meeting and tattoo project fundingNews snippets from across Northland.19 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGreat day for 2023 Kerikeri Half Marathon, but popular Kerikeri Street Party postponedA little rain didn't dampen the spirits of Kerikeri Half Marathon runners and walkers.18 Nov 11:37 PM
Northern AdvocateRates due on Monday, but Northlanders are strugglingNorthland council rates are due on Monday, but many are struggling to pay.18 Nov 11:07 PM
Northern AdvocateToddler ‘critically injured’ in dog attack at Mangawhai homeChild with 'critical' injuries attacked by family dog.18 Nov 06:44 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice investigating 'unexplained' death of baby girlThe 10-month-old died of asphyxia, police say.17 Nov 09:42 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from Northland: Critical dog attack injury, Science for Sociopaths and tourism websiteNews snippets from Northland.17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateIt's not your average animal farm: Meet the couple building a unique paradiseThe effort is worth it when the couple see looks of 'absolute delight and huge smiles'.17 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThink caulerpa doesn't affect you? Think again, ocean ecologist saysA major caulerpa infestation can majorly affect the local fishery, expert says.17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: The poets' poignant reminders about deathOPINION: Listening to them would do us good. We would live better.17 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBrent Eastwood: How you can help our talented sportspeople flourishYou have a unique opportunity to support young sportspeople on their journeys.17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateWhangārei Hospital at capacity: Staff say the rebuild will be no betterA cardiologist who works there says the hospital is not a healing or healthy space.17 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePerson rushed to hospital after dog attack in MangawhaiPolice responded to the incident on Tara Road at around 1.10 pm on Friday17 Nov 01:39 AM