Northern AdvocateNorthland's Muri Whenua has total fire ban as area dries outAll fires banned in fire-risk Far North area.22 Dec 11:13 PM
Northern AdvocatePeople from 18 nations among Far North's 35 new citizensThe new citizens reflected the Far North’s cultural diversity.21 Dec 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It makes them feel they’re not alone': Northland man’s frontline missionKerikeri volunteer Jack Topzand has spent five months in war-torn Ukraine.20 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMultiple medal winer Cam Leslie second life member of Whangārei Academy of Swimming20 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMother of 11yo girl killed in Kaikohe crash finds relief as teen charged16 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Pack some patience along with the presents': Holiday drivers urged to slow down, plan trips 15 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North restaurant to reopen after owner wins appeal to regain liquor licence10 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Devastating': Free Northland kids’ music charity closes as funding dries upSistema Whangārei will no longer provide free music lessons to children. 08 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate2300 Far North dog owners haven’t paid dog registration fees - council bites back High number of unpaid dog registrations sparks crackdown.07 Dec 09:36 PM
Northern Advocate$19k for Northland charity ReSport Charitable Trust from golf tournamentNorthland's ReSport Charitable Trust gets some much-needed funds from a golf contest.07 Dec 03:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei A&P Show 2025: Farming boots, kauri roots and family funThe Whangārei A&P Show runs at Barge Park from 9am to 4.30pm on Saturday.04 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTop Energy says Far North network now 'back to normal'The Kaikohe substation switchboard has been replaced and is fully operating.04 Dec 01:30 AM
Northern AdvocateMouth artist’s poppy painting picked for global Christmas calendarGriffiths' painting 'Echoes in the Field' will feature in a 2026 MFPA calendar.03 Dec 03:00 AM
Northern Advocate'They trusted this man:' Stonemason pocketed $124k from small family businessColin Gillies created fake invoices with his personal bank details to intercept the money.01 Dec 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWhen reggae superstar Jimmy Cliff came to Northland – promoter pays tributeA tribute to 'gentle, funny, humble' reggae legend Jimmy Cliff from a Northland promoter.01 Dec 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRare turtle found on Northland beach dies with plastic in gutThe tiny loggerhead was found on Tokerau Beach on November 9. 30 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhere to find Christmas magic across Northland this yearThe festive season is upon us as Christmas events kick off in Northland this weekend.28 Nov 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHundreds of Northland council jobs in limbo as regional reforms spark concernThe plan would scrap all 11 regional councils for mayor‑led boards.27 Nov 12:01 AM
Northern AdvocateNew group of police officers get Whangārei Paralympic legend Cam Leslie as their patronNorthland Paralympic legend Cam Leslie wonderful example as Wing Patron. 26 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland Christmas tree farm ready for influx of excited festive familiesNorthland's Puketona Christmas Tree Farm growing plenty of Yuletide joy.26 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateAppeal Court upholds Northland meth dealer’s jail termPolice linked Carlyn Anderson to nearly a kilogram of meth sold in two Northland towns.24 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDozens go bald to help Northland kids this ChristmasAbout 40 people shaved their heads in Kerikeri, raising more than $32,000.24 Nov 02:03 AM
Northern AdvocateIwi calls for Te Pāti Māori president to step down after fiery huiMore than 200 people attended the Ngāpuhi hui at Kohewhata Marae in Kaikohe.24 Nov 12:58 AM
Northern Advocate‘A huge surprise’: Northlanders named among local hero medallistsEach local hero has changed lives through mahi rooted in care and community.21 Nov 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North power outages prompt Commerce Commission probe Top Energy could face a $5m fine if found to have breached reliability rules.20 Nov 05:28 PM
Northern AdvocateHillcrest Kindergarten marks 70 years of memories and community spiritThe kindergarten opened in 1955 thanks to community fundraising and raffles.19 Nov 01:00 AM
Northern Advocate'It is concerning': Calls for investigation into power cutsPower cuts left 23,000 Far North homes without electricity for hours.16 Nov 04:02 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland community called to go bald again for kids in needThe Bald Angels head shave will help fill 1200 kai boxes for 400 struggling families.15 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I just sat there and cried': Woman smashes teeth in power outageMelissa Wihongi lost four front teeth after hitting her mouth in the blackout.15 Nov 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHundreds of dog attacks recorded in Far North over three yearsCouncil data shows up to 500 dog attacks reported in the Far North since 2023.12 Nov 04:00 PM
