Brynderwyn road closure: nearly 100,000 tonnes of soil cut so far
Kiwi sniffer dog among the 520 workers on massive SH1 project.
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Mangamuka homicide: Police name Far North stabbing victim
Police have arrested three people in relation to the Mangamuka homicide in the Far North.
Great conditions for Ninety Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza this week
Fishing competition brings 1000 anglers and millions of dollars to the local economy.
News in brief: Judging the region's savviest farmer for 2024
News briefs from around the region,
Grandmother ‘heartbroken’ after losing everything in Northland house fire
“I still can’t get over the shock that my home is no more."
Man's anguish after dogs go missing from backyard
A dog owner fears the worse after his mastiffs went missing from their fenced yard.
Whangārei Pride Parade about visibility and celebrating rainbow community
Everyone is invited to come to the parade and fair on Sunday.
Kerikeri and Whangārei get gigs from Greg Johnson
Greg Johnson brings his songs to Kerikeri and Whangārei
Man denies assaulting police during arrest, claims excessive force used
The man claimed a sergeant used excessive force during the arrest.
More slower speed roads for controversial Whangārei Heads review area
Initial slower speed zones have brought loud community backlash.
Measles outbreak in Māori key concern for Health Minister
Reti raises Māori health concerns but providers more concerned by his actions.
'I’m still buzzing': Pipiwai youth perform winning manus at world champs
'It was a really emotional moment for all of us.'
Consent wanted for Kaitāia Wastewater Treatment Plant and discharge into Awanui River
Renewed consent sought for Kaitāia Wastewater Treatment Plant.
'Huge shortage' of therapists in schools may be addressed with pay increase
The increase addresses gender discrimination in a female-dominated job, says a therapist.
Kevin Page: 'Young people today just have no manners'
OPINION: Common decency and politeness were very much in short supply that day.
News in brief: Top gastropubs in Northland
The latest news bites from around the region.
North cycling fans in for treat with Big Bike Film Night 2024
Big Bike Film Night in Northland with best short films from around the globe.
Northlanders asked to take photos of super-high king tides
'Your photo may help us identify areas that are already at risk from higher water levels.'
Trucking company chasing former mayor Stan Semenoff for unpaid debt
The Multispares claim was advertised last week in the NZ Gazette.
Whangārei mayor says role can be ‘very lonely’
'When you take the role of mayor, it's not about you. It's about everybody else.'
'Frightening' Concern for vulnerable families amid free lunch uncertainty
115 Northland schools were under the scheme as of last year, figures show.
Northland project to unlock land for up to 3000 houses
The roading project is about planning for the future, says one Whangarei councillor.
One dead in motorcycle crash in Northland
The crash occured on State Highway 15 in Poroti.
Businesses dipping their toes into AI use but not swimming yet
The talk run by Sudburys helped explain more about the rapidly advancing AI technology.
Northland Fritter Festival Slice of Heaven with Kiwi favourites
About 4000 people took part in the event at Semenoff Stadium on Saturday.
Northland Fritter Festival 2024
Northern Advocate photographer Michael Cunningham captured all the fun and action from the 2024 Northland Fritter Festival, held at Semenoff Stadium on Saturday, March 9.
'Landless, foodless, cultureless but not hopeless': Hapū gives evidence in landmark MACA case
Te Parawhau hapū members were the first to give evidence in the hearing.
$730m Kaipara waste to energy plant moves closer
A plant could be operating by 2028.
Joe Bennett: Toad in the hole makes the ordinary extraordinary
I have loved toad in the hole for as long as I can remember.
From benefit to self-employment
Inspiring Northlanders reveal how they got off the benefit and into self-employment. Video / Michael Cunningham
Our Treasures: Have you ever felt the skin surface of a sunfish?
OPINION: Marine life exhibition has intriguing local history connection.
Northland news in brief: Conservation on the menu; and help for businesses
The latest news bites from around the region.
Veggie mince Vince poised to become core brand in New Zealand supermarkets
The business grew out of Debbie and Nigel Stowe's experiments for their allergic daughter.