Northland surfer to represent New Zealand

5 Mar, 2024 03:32 AM

Northern Advocate reporter Denise Piper interviews Indi-Lee Ruddell, 14, who is representing New Zealand at the World Junior Surf Championships in El Salvador in May. Video / Denise Piper, photos / PhotoCPL

Retired Northland ferry Bay Belle begins makeover to become a floating pizzeria

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Retired Northland ferry Bay Belle begins makeover to become a floating pizzeria

Kate Farrant bought the Bay Belle - a retired ferry - to turn into a floating pizzeria. But the boat needed lots of work first. Video / baybellenz and Kate Farrant

'I'm lucky to survive': Northlander Jaden Parker relives crash

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'I'm lucky to survive': Northlander Jaden Parker relives crash

Emergency services couldn't believe the 20-year-old was able to walk away from the wreckage of his car after another driver hit his vehicle on State Highway 1. Video / Jaden Parker

Whangārei District councillors risk imprisonment as rebel fluoride stance continues

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Whangārei District councillors risk imprisonment as rebel fluoride stance continues

Whangārei District Council today voted to keep going with its refusal to fluoridate, risking imprisonment and more. Video / Susan Botting

Cruise ship rescue success

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Cruise ship rescue success

When a crew member aboard cruise ship Diamond Princess suffered a serious eye injury, the Northland Rescue Helicopter was tasked with winching them off the ship.

Young activists lead Waitangi Hīkoi through Kaitāia

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Young activists lead Waitangi Hīkoi through Kaitāia

The young activists of tomorrow are leading the Waitangi Hīkoi as it marches through Kaitāia on Wednesday on its way to Waitangi Day commemorations in the Bay of Islands.

Summer seed gathering sets up future generations of Northland dune plants

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Summer seed gathering sets up future generations of Northland dune plants

Thousands of sand dune plant seedheads are gathered from Northland beaches in summer, and propagated so locals can return the plants to their coastline.

Bream Bay sand mining protest

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Bream Bay sand mining protest

Around 1500 people said "say no" to the fast-track project by McCallum Bros to mine sand from Bream Bay over 35 years. Video / Nigel Yellowlees

Paradise shelduck maimed with a blow dart

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Paradise shelduck maimed with a blow dart

A paradise shelduck recovering from injuries received by a blow dart. Video / DoC

Delays on SH12 Northland after Taheke truck crash

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Delays on SH12 Northland after Taheke truck crash

Motorists are experiencing delays after a truck rolled between Kaikohe and Waima about 11am today. Video / Miria Henry

Shane Reti and Lester Levy announce funding to help boost Health NZ's clinical workforce

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Shane Reti and Lester Levy announce funding to help boost Health NZ's clinical workforce

Health Minister Dr Shane Reti and Health NZ Commissioner Professor Lester Levy say the new roles are aimed at reducing waiting times. Video / Denise Piper

Whangārei laundromat fire

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Whangārei laundromat fire

A fire has ripped through a Whangārei laundromat. Video / Da Racoon

Fisheries call for better dumping habits

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Fisheries call for better dumping habits

Nine Lemonfish [also known as Rig] and an Eagle Ray were found at Onerahi this week. The species are unprotected but should not be dumped close to shore, fisheries says.

Humpback breaches in Northland

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Humpback breaches in Northland

Kyle Taylor says seeing the humpback breaching off Whangārei's Ocean Beach was a special experience. Video / Manaia Marine

Wanaka St opening

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Wanaka St opening

Tikipunga Primary School students greet visitors at the opening of Kāinga Ora's 55-home Wanaka St development, at the former Tikipunga Tavern site. Video / Kāinga Ora

Curious kiwi visits Russell home

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Curious kiwi visits Russell home

The North Island brown kiwi managed to get in through the cat flap. Video / Brodie Stone

Detective Inspector Al Symonds appeals for the public's help

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Detective Inspector Al Symonds appeals for the public's help

Detective Inspector Al Symonds appeals for the public's help in solving the homicide of Dargaville mum Jo Sione-Lauaki. Video | Northern Advocate

Far North house fire

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Far North house fire

Well involved house fire on Mangakahia Rd in Kaikohe.

Flooding on Far North farm due to drains not being cleaned

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Flooding on Far North farm due to drains not being cleaned

This is what happens on Paul Harvey’s Far North farm when it rains, due to Far North District Council not cleaning out drains near the farm. Video / Supplied

Students perform haka in support of Whangārei District Council’s Māori ward

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Students perform haka in support of Whangārei District Council’s Māori ward

Students from Te Kāpehu Whetū school and the Leadership Academy of A Company performed a haka when the decision to keep the Whangārei District Council’s Māori ward was announced.

Southern right whale in Northland

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Southern right whale in Northland

This southern right whale spotted at the entrance of Whangārei Harbour on August 22 is a promising sign for the species. Video / Alan Hall

Feeding sharks in the Mangonui harbour

Feeding sharks in the Mangonui harbour

Feeding sharks in the Mangonui harbour has raised concerns and divided opinion. Video / Auditing New Zealand

A rat eating shortjaw kōkopu eggs in Waipoua Forest

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A rat eating shortjaw kōkopu eggs in Waipoua Forest

Footage captures a rat eating shortjaw kōkopu eggs in Waipoua Forest, Northland. Video / Fern Donovan

Kaipara Harbour's newest wharf opens at Pouto

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Kaipara Harbour's newest wharf opens at Pouto

New $2.9 million wharf opens, offering new opportunity for Northland, Auckland and beyond. Video / Susan Botting

Thousands march in Whangārei for Budget Day national protest

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Thousands march in Whangārei for Budget Day national protest

Thousands marched through Whangārei as part of Budget Day national protest against some of the coalition Government’s policies relating to Māori and the environment.

Kākāriki chicks

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Kākāriki chicks

A pair of Kakariki that moved into predator-proofed historic bush in Glenbervie, Whangarei, are now raising chicks there. Video / Ethan Benney

How do seagliders work?

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How do seagliders work?

How on earth will seagliders work? Shah Aslam, chief executive of Ocean Flyer, sits down with Northern Advocate journalist Denise Piper to answer your questions about seagliders.

Whangārei social worker Carolyn Procter on son Blaine's autism journey

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Whangārei social worker Carolyn Procter on son Blaine's autism journey

Social worker Carolyn Procter shares her parenting story with son, Blaine. Video / Northern Advocate

Whangārei mum Emma Henricksen on son Lachie's autism journey

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Whangārei mum Emma Henricksen on son Lachie's autism journey

Lachie Henricksen was diagnosed with autism early on in life. Video / Northern Advocate

Learn sign language for different towns of New Zealand

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Learn sign language for different towns of New Zealand

Deaf Action New Zealand chairperson Kim Robinson & Northland sign language tutor Eddie Hokianga teach the towns of New Zealand. Video / Chris Cunningham

Bream Bay College steel band the 'Panimals' heading to Australia

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Bream Bay College steel band the 'Panimals' heading to Australia

Bream Bay College steel band the 'Panimals' are heading to Australia.

Learn the NZSL Alphabet

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Learn the NZSL Alphabet

Deaf Action New Zealand chairperson Kim Robinson & Northland sign language tutor Eddie Hokianga teach the NZSL alphabet. Video / Michael Cunningham

Fatal fire Whangārei

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Fatal fire Whangārei

Police and Fire & Emergency investigate the fatal car and house fire on Thomas St, Tikipunga on Monday. Video / Northern Advocate

The Surge debut their first vinyl with Vine Street Vinyl

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The Surge debut their first vinyl with Vine Street Vinyl

Three-piece band The Surge in collaboration with Vine Street Vinyl in Whangārei debut their first ever vinyl on World Record Store Day on April 20. Video / Northern Advocate

Guard of honour for Police officer Gail Shepherd

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Guard of honour for Police officer Gail Shepherd

Guard of honour for Northland police officer Gail Shepherd killed while out walking her dogs in Helena Bay. Video / The Northern Advocate

The message rough sleeper Jason Poutai wants Whangārei District Council to hear

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The message rough sleeper Jason Poutai wants Whangārei District Council to hear

Rough sleeper Jason Poutai has a message he wants Whangārei District Council to hear. Video / Michael Cunningham

Funding woes at Hundertwasser Art Centre

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Funding woes at Hundertwasser Art Centre

The Hundertwasser Art Centre in Whangārei made a six-month loss last year of $765,000. Video / Denise Piper and Sarah Curtis

Brynderwyns timelapse

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Brynderwyns timelapse

Timelapse shows roading work done on the Brynderwyns. Video / NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

Truck nearly collides head-on with Northland couple on one-lane bridge

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Truck nearly collides head-on with Northland couple on one-lane bridge

An elderly Northland couple are grateful to be alive after a near head-on collision with truck. Video / Danielle Adams

From benefit to self-employment

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From benefit to self-employment

Inspiring Northlanders reveal how they got off the benefit and into self-employment. Video / Michael Cunningham

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