Northern Advocate'These kids are falling through the gaps' - Learning support in schools not enough, educators worryThe current model is negligent principals say, but Erica Stanford says change is coming.10 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland train line is now expected to reopen to freight trains in late JulyNorthland train line was expected to reopen to freight trains in late July.10 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman dies from stage four cancer after DHB's systemic failuresThe post-menopausal woman had been bleeding on and off for five years.10 Jun 02:05 AM
Northern AdvocateStealing from kids - Far North pupils lose money raised for camp in burglaryOruaiti School 'gutted' after funds for end of year camp stolen on Monday morning10 Jun 01:22 AM
Northern Advocate'It feels like theft': Customers lose thousands as fire business liquidatedOne customer paid $7500 for a fireplace in October but was kept waiting for installation.10 Jun 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateYoung 'cash poor' farmers in 'mental stress' - Fed Farmers'Our returns are down, our costs are up, and there’s very little spare cash.'09 Jun 10:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateIncreasing prison beds will not reduce crime, say experts'Using prisons to deter crime or reoffending doesn’t work.'09 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Record kiwifruit harvest for NZ, One person killed in jet ski accidentThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMayor Vince Cocurullo: The difference between central and local governmentOPINION: Our community spirit in Northland is strong.09 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateProtecting life: Speed camera aims to reduce car crashes in the Far NorthA controversial speed camera is up and running in the Far North.09 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOne person dies after coming off jet ski on remote stretch of Northland's west coastEmergency services were unable to revive the person after they came off a jet ski.09 Jun 02:12 AM
Northern Advocate'It was like herding cats': Dad accused of abuse describes challenges of raising five boysThe father allegedly threatened to execute his sons after the Aramoana massacre.09 Jun 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘Zombie’ snapper caught in Auckland suggests disease more widespreadThe sick snapper caught near Port Albert suggest the problem is widespread.09 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateUnlicensed, speeding and high: Young driver kills two, gets home detentionVictim's family question sentence imposed by court.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I’m not totally a head-banger': Taking on Smokefreerockquest soloEthan Worthington was part of last year's winning band Ready, Set!07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJonny Wilkinson: The Budget could have been much worseOPINION: I know there are people who are very unhappy.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRongoā on the rise - Northland practitioner on resurgence of customary healingA rongoā Māori practitioner from Northland speaks about the traditional method's upsurge.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's autumn weather — wetter, drier, sunnier or warmer than normalWhangārei recorded its second-highest total of May sunshine hours.07 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: There are those who enjoy shopping and those who do notOPINION: Shopping is not for everyone07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Planned bridge closure, Covid on rise in NorthlandThe latest news bites from around the region.07 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateThree Northland projects in line for new regional fundingAll three projects have resource consent, are construction ready.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePensioner living in car waiting for state houseIncreasing numbers of Northlanders sleeping rough in tents and cars07 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North rates: 16.5% rise slashed to 5.1%“Residents told us ... the increase for our first year was far too high,” says mayor.07 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTough economic times, state highway closures bring end to Far North cafe with eight jobs goneAwanui’s Big River Cafe closing as freight and visitor traffic dries up07 Jun 01:49 AM
Northern AdvocateSteady roll growth sees Portland School placed under enrolment schemeThe school says it's the only way to manage roll growth which grew 140 per cent since 202206 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAwakino Precinct in Dargaville approved to allow 384 new housesThe Awakino Precinct will allow up to 384 new homes on a 39ha rural block.06 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePepper sprayed: IPCA finds Northland officer's actions to capture offender justifiedPolice acknowledge IPCA report into justified use of force during public disorder.06 Jun 12:03 AM
Northern AdvocateCommunity infrastructure award for $40 million Kāeo BridgeKāeo Bridge project recognised as an important community asset.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - feedback wanted on park plan, health symposium and winter to be warmNews snippets from the Far North.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaikohe policeman awarded for 35 years of service to his Far North communityHis secret for his long-standing service is his “love for the job” and “incredible family.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Northland is a beautiful place and we expect it to grow': Region one of north's fastest-growingThe latest Census data shows Northland is growing.05 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Celebrating Matariki; carver grateful for public supportThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'When are you going to grow up?' Judge blasts dad who punched man at kids' rugbyLindon Matthews claims he was offended at the way another dad looked at him.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew facilities welcomed by community and leadersKaitāia Town Square and Te Hiku Sports Hub open for community enjoyment.04 Jun 11:47 PM
