Northern AdvocateNorthland’s big battlegrounds: 17 fight for three council spotsThey are among 165 nominations for 62 political positions.08 Aug 06:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNorthland College faces intervention after scathing ERO reportPrincipal Duane Allen emphasises ongoing efforts to address problems raised.04 Aug 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Two Northland players win $12,672 in Lotto Second Division drawThe latest news bites from around the region.04 Aug 04:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBaby in bus case: Community blindsided by incident involving well-known familyThe defendant was bright and engaging as a child and positive things were expected of her.04 Aug 05:15 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice seek sightings of gold Toyota after aggravated robberyPolice say three males stormed an address on Pouto Rd and assaulted a man on July 18. 03 Aug 11:21 PM
Northern AdvocateWoman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase appears in courtPolice say the child was at risk of suffocation, heat exhaustion and trauma. 03 Aug 10:24 PM
Northern Advocate$28m funding for Northland kura, opposed Kaiwaka school to open by 2028Te Kura o Ngāringaomatariki will move 11km to a new campus in Kaiwaka.03 Aug 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice continue appeal a year after Northland mum’s murderJo Lauaki’s body was found between Omamari and Aranga beaches on August 2 last year.02 Aug 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMāori role in new Northland water services company sparks concernsThe FNDC voted 9:2 to join Northland's water services restructure.31 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara councillor warns Northlanders face $4000-plus water ratesKaipara Council voted 6:2 to join Northland’s Local Water Done Well initiative.30 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara Māori ward councillor: District should get its sayAbout 40% of the west Kaipara ward's population is Māori.30 Jul 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Real risk he could have been killed': Forestry worker lost fingers in workplace accidentKohurau Contracting has been ordered to pay $150,000 after being sentenced this week.29 Jul 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWoman describes moment a slip came down in front of her car on BrynderwynsSome roads are closed, most power has been restored as heavy rain and winds lash North.29 Jul 04:14 AM
Northern AdvocateDargaville Hospital loses last fulltime doctor in rural staffing crisisDargaville Hospital lost its last fulltime doctor, worsening the staffing crisis.29 Jul 03:02 AM
Northern AdvocateDance and travel shape a 70-year love story for Northland coupleJanice and Robert Clarke celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on July 23.27 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFacing challenges: Kauri Museum seeks sponsors to secure futureSponsorship tiers range from $500 to $10,000, offering various benefits.26 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer mayor joins panel on Māori wards ahead of key local electionsSheryl Mai will speak at a 'Why Māori wards?' panel in Whangārei on July 30.24 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader saysPlans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.21 Jul 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWindswept chaos: 102km/h gusts leave Northland without powerDargaville's fire brigade handled multiple callouts, including a lifting roof in Ruawai.18 Jul 03:29 AM
Northern AdvocateFreemasons help Northland Special Olympics athletes get to ChristchurchThe nationals will be a life-changing event for athletes with intellectual disabilities.18 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice seek three men after man reportedly assaulted, ute stolen in DargavillePolice are searching for three men after a ute theft in Kaipara.17 Jul 11:17 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: 64 sika deer culled in Russell Forest deer eradication projectThe latest news bites from around the region. 15 Jul 03:00 PM
Northern Advocate Kaipara mayoral hopefuls on rates, museums and what they would do differentlyKaipara's rates hike is 8.3%, with a targeted rate of $14 per property for three museums.14 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaipara Deputy Mayor loses another battle with Fire and Emergency in six-year employment disputeBut the battle may not be over as Jonathan Larsen eyes up another appeal. 13 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Massive milestone': Rare native geckos, parrots return amid pest-control successBay Bush Action has removed more than 21,000 possums and nearly 48,000 rats11 Jul 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKāinga Ora scraps 450 new Northland houses, deepening shortageKāinga Ora halts 40 housing projects in Northland amid $12.3b debt 11 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSlip closes Mangamuka Gorge as severe weather lashes Northland Areas affected include Whangaroa Rd, Matangirau and parts of Wainui Rd.11 Jul 05:46 AM
Northern AdvocateKaipara museums get first council funding - and a debt wipe for MangawhaiA targeted rate will generate about $213,000 to be split among three museums.10 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe $1.5m price tag: Covering the cost of vandalism in Northland schoolsSeven schools in Whangārei have requested additional funding to cover vandalism. 10 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Real uncertainty': Residents question 8.3% rates hikeDargaville locals are concerned about whether the increase will improve infrastructure.10 Jul 03:37 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland mayor weighs second term amid calls to enter ParliamentMoko Tepania was 31 when he was elected Northland’s youngest mayor in 2022.10 Jul 02:43 AM
Northern AdvocateWhy $450k costs award in sand mining case is back in court spotlightThe Environment Court found the original cost award fair and reasonable.10 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice arrest three, seize shotgun and rifles following dirt biker disputePolice say an investigation had been underway since June 25. 08 Jul 12:09 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: GP becomes professor, toasties tested and new neurodiverse bookThe latest news bites from around the region.07 Jul 05:00 PM
