Northern AdvocateConcern and optimism clash as NorthTec weighs tough road to surviveQuestion marks remain as to what the future of NorthTec will look like. 07 Oct 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateElection hoardings defaced with swastikas and racial slursLocal Government NZ's Scott Necklen warns that abuse of candidates has worsened.04 Oct 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGo bananas!: Small-scale growers urged to tap tropical demandTallyman Bananas in Whangārei says people should look into growing the in-demand crops.04 Oct 03:00 AM
OpinionJohn Wansbone: Let’s take a stand against sitting downOPINION: Whangārei’s free 5km Parkrun, on Saturdays at 8am, is one local exercise option.03 Oct 03:55 PM
OpinionJoe Bennett: Why are we so lazy when it comes to smoke alarm checks?OPINION: Fire and Emergency says working alarms double survival chances in a blaze.03 Oct 03:45 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonOpinion: Young disabled people don't belong in rest homesMore than 800 New Zealanders under 65 are living in rest homes.03 Oct 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateMum's frightening encounter after man tries to get into car with kids insideJacintha Okan’s 10-year-old son was in the front seat when the man tried the door.03 Oct 03:19 AM
Northern AdvocateEnd of an era: Dargaville racecourse sold after century of racing historyThe 46.7ha property sold for under $1.7m, despite a $5.45m valuation.02 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOpen justice: Judge rejects suppression for accused community leaderThe high-profile Northland figure is fighting to keep identity hidden in assault case.02 Oct 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMore than 200 railway sleepers stolen in string of theftsLandscaping firm left with a $1000 insurance excess bill after 30 sleepers were stolen.02 Oct 03:49 AM
Northern AdvocateRefusal to recognise Palestine sparks Whangārei protestAbout 50 protesters gathered outside MP Shane Reti's Whangārei office.02 Oct 03:06 AM
Northern AdvocateArmed Offenders Squad and Eagle stood down from police operation seeking wanted personA motorist at the scene said police told them the operation was "gun-related".01 Oct 01:51 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's tiniest babies benefit from success of breast milk bankThe milk bank had to get a freezer after donations poured in for Northland babies.30 Sep 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Fair bit of damage': Ambulance hit in Northland highway crashState Highway 1 at Whakapara was closed while the scene was cleared.30 Sep 12:58 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice seek information from public as charges laid over Oakleigh SH1 crash A 35-year-old appeared in court for allegedly failing to stop and several other charges.30 Sep 12:49 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Could Mrs P be the Briscoes Lady’s heir apparent?Her plan includes touring stores in a caravan painted in Briscoes colours.29 Sep 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCloser to home: Cancer Society confirms 20-room lodge to be built in WhangāreiThe lodge will enable cancer patients to use the new radiation oncology facility.29 Sep 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAnimal neglect: Farmer fined after calves found starving, crippled and deadNine calves were found dead and four more were euthanised due to neglect.29 Sep 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHato Hone St John EMT on what it's like to save a life - and why you should learn howHato Hone St John has launched Shocktober in a bid to encourage life-saving education.28 Sep 10:45 PM
Northern Advocate'The worst is behind us': Agents see Northland property confidence returningNorthland property sale prices were down 3.2% in August but agents say it's the bottom.28 Sep 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSeeds of change: How a setback grew into a thriving Northland food storyShe will host a farm-to-table event during the month-long Savour Northland.27 Sep 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Clocks go forward this weekend as daylight saving time beginsThe latest news bites from around the region.26 Sep 04:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettBeer, boards and a net: What a day whitebaiting really looks likeFour of the five native whitebait species are now classed as endangered.26 Sep 04:45 PM
Northern AdvocatePower restored to settlement after pole falls into creek Northpower say the incident was caused by wet conditions over the past few months.25 Sep 10:38 PM
Northern AdvocateSlug gun holes found in window of home after suspected arson Police say the holes were not there when the fire happened on Wednesday morning. 25 Sep 10:33 PM
Northern Advocate'Sorry folks, we've got nothing' – Thieves strip church of food for communityLawnmowers, a weed eater, kayaks and food are among the items stolen.25 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Tsunami siren test to take place The latest news bites from around the region.24 Sep 05:55 PM
Northern Advocate'I could have died': Survivor relives trauma after third crossing crash in six monthsThe crash came after a July protest over the crossing, called the city's most dangerous.24 Sep 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePickleball passion: Whangārei coach on spreading fastest-growing sportRust first discovered pickleball while visiting his brother in North Carolina.23 Sep 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: The ways AI is already reshaping our daily livesSome children apparently spend hours a day with a chatbot character.19 Sep 04:55 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Government disability funding backflip leaves families strugglingOPINION: Families in Te Tai Tokerau face limited services to use their current funding.19 Sep 04:45 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North ‘in crisis’: Calls grow for mandatory dog desexingFar North euthanasia rates are high because of aggressive, unrehomable dogs.18 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Traffic penalties fail to match risk on Kiwi roadsOPINION: Traffic fines have not been updated since 1999 despite incomes rising 158%.17 Sep 04:50 PM
Northern AdvocatePublic figure in court: Interim name suppression granted in assault allegationThe charge relates to an alleged assault in Whangārei on Monday.17 Sep 04:00 AM
