Northern AdvocateFar North ‘in crisis’: Calls grow for mandatory dog desexingFar North euthanasia rates are high because of aggressive, unrehomable dogs.18 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDistressed teen throws drink, walks out while giving evidence in abuse trialThe girl became upset while discussing claims against two Oranga Tamariki caregivers. 18 Sep 06:00 AM
Northern Advocate'A bigger risk': The alarming history of the man who shot Brownie the dog in the head at supermarketPolice once issued a plea not to approach Daniel Livingstone, 'a high-risk offender'.18 Sep 04:49 AM
Northern Advocate'Significant risk to our communities': Police hunt stolen firearms after Kāeo burglaryThe guns and two vehicles were taken from a rural Kāeo property between September 4-14.18 Sep 02:06 AM
Northern AdvocateThe mouse, the bears and a Whangārei academic's mission to rebuild Ukraine schoolsJaninka Greenwood wrote the book to help make sense of the Ukraine war and raise funds.18 Sep 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateBay News: Locals step into spotlight for Battle of the Ballroom charity showdownThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.17 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateBoard dissolved at Northland College as commissioner takes overDr Shane Edwards will lead the school after the board’s dissolution.17 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Traffic penalties fail to match risk on Kiwi roadsOPINION: Traffic fines have not been updated since 1999 despite incomes rising 158%.17 Sep 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei police seek two men after ‘cowardly’ aggravated robberyThe victim briefly lost consciousness during the late-night assault.17 Sep 09:39 AM
Northern Advocate'Who would steal a ramp?': Outrage after theft traps woman in her homeWithout the temporary ramp, Sholeen Schultz cannot safely leave her Whangārei home.17 Sep 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePublic figure in court: Interim name suppression granted in assault allegationThe charge relates to an alleged assault in Whangārei on Monday.17 Sep 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThe Mangōnui Hotel has much to offer its new ownerThe Mangōnui Hotel, one of Northland’s few remaining and best-preserved early 20th-century waterfront pubs, is up for sale for the first time in 30 years. Video /Barfoot & ThompsonWatch17 Sep 03:21 AM
Northern AdvocateBack from the brink: Whangārei’s historic town hall nearly restored after $7.4m rebuildThe project to repair the fire-damaged building is due to be finished by the New Year.17 Sep 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNut today: Customs bust $9m drug haul hidden in macadamia nut parcelsA parcel with over 2kg of meth was traced to a 31-year-old Waihī man.16 Sep 11:22 PM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: Making strides - Northland teen's dog walking venture takes offKymani Exshaw started The Dogfather service in Kerikeri for local dogs.16 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHundreds gather in Whangārei to celebrate Māori Language WeekHundreds of students gathered in Whangārei to celebrate Māori Language Week and the legacy of Māori leader Dame Whina Cooper. Video / Sarah CurtisWatch16 Sep 08:45 PM
Northern AdvocateMayor says contractor should pay if found to blame for Dargaville water incidentResidents endured days of dry taps before water was fully restored.16 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: My Life is Murder scene filmed in KaiparaThe latest news bites from around the region.16 Sep 04:50 PM
Northern Advocate'If you ran, you were hit harder': Jury hears child abuse claims against Oranga Tamariki caregiversOne girl told police she was locked in a room for three days without food.16 Sep 08:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFlags, waiata and haka bring Dame Whina’s historic hīkoi to life againThe commemorative event brought together hundreds of students from seven Whangārei schools16 Sep 05:30 AM
Northern AdvocateGun threat in Far North ends with arrest and raft of chargesThe man is accused of using a shotgun to threaten people, among other charges.16 Sep 04:09 AM
Northern AdvocateDay of Weavers in Whangārei showcases influence of master weaverThe open day on September 18 honours the work of weaver and educator Toi Te Rito Maihi.15 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDental crisis drives Northland patients into EDs with severe infectionsThe Dental for All roadshow is pushing for free care nationwide.15 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Blown off course - gusts turned small moments into costly mishapsA sudden gust left Mrs P face down after being knocked off balance.15 Sep 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Teen missing for 6 days; Whangārei Lotto ticket-holder scoops $20,835The latest news bites from around the region.15 Sep 04:40 PM
Northern AdvocateStill on the table: Bay of Islands marina awaits key developer decisionDevelopers have two years to decide whether to lodge a full application.15 Sep 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateŌkaihau residents asked for feedback on new speed hump proposalPublic feedback will close on October 12 after consultation.15 Sep 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRotary clubs raise $58k for rescue helicopter lifesaving gearThe $58,000 raised will fund a lifesaving Hamilton T1 ventilator.14 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAre you in the right industry? The Kiwi jobs where the median wage is over $100kBut there are now about a dozen sectors paying at least six figures.14 Sep 09:03 PM
Northern AdvocateFood rescue milestone: Northland charity delivers 1m kg of kai to hungry homesWhakaora Kai has redistributed tonnes of food in Northland since 2017.14 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Light at the end of the tunnel': School welcomes long-awaited investmentDargaville High School will refurbish four classrooms and add a new resource space.14 Sep 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFrom margin to mana: Māori players are reshaping cricket’s storyTeam manager Rob Geaney said the squad's aim is to inspire young Māori in sport.14 Sep 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFirst papakāinga under Whangārei’s new housing rules breaks groundThe development includes 11 whare for multigenerational living.13 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOrange envelopes arrive: How and when Northlanders can cast their voteVoting papers are being delivered to 135,000 enrolled Northlanders this week.12 Sep 11:00 PM
