Northern AdvocateLithium batteries likely cause of Whangārei warehouse blazeFire crews battled the blaze with 11 teams at its height on Tuesday night.22 Nov 12:30 AM
Northern Advocate‘Dad was very much a helper’: Family honours Wayne Semenoff’s legacyThe 76-year-old died in a farming accident on his Broadwood farm earlier this month.21 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRāhui scaled back as search for missing man nears 'last stages'Searchers have spent a week scouring waters after two fishers failed to return.21 Nov 08:30 PM
OpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: How digital money is changing everyday bankingOPINION: A visit to a cashless bank reveals how far everyday banking has shifted.21 Nov 03:45 PM
OpinionShane RetiDr Shane Reti: Red light to green light - the story of pedestrian lights at Ōtaika Pedestrian lights will be installed at the busy Otaika shops crossing.20 Nov 07:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei Hospital intersection upgrade to ease peak hour trafficThe latest news bites from around the region.20 Nov 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFire crews monitor warehouse overnight after second blaze at property Batteries caught fire on Wednesday evening, a day after the first blaze at the property.20 Nov 01:44 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Entries are open for the manu world champsThe latest news bites from around the region.19 Nov 03:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGrant McCallum: Northern Expressway can unlock Northland’s potential for national prosperity OPINION: Travel times between Te Hana and Whangārei could drop by up to 38 minutes.19 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland schools impacted after asbestos found in play sandWhangārei Primary School closed on Tuesday to allow for testing of at least 10 classrooms.18 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionHūhana Lyndon: Northland whānau pay the price for state housing cutsOPINION: More than 1000 whānau are officially waiting for state housing in the region.18 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateSearch for missing fisherman 'has by no means stopped' but is scaled back by policeSearchers will today rest and re-evaluate their plans moving forward.18 Nov 12:52 AM
Northern Advocate'Fully open': Brynderwyn Hills complete after crews beat the clockThe planned second SH1 closure from November 20 to 23 is no longer needed.17 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: When a quick stroll turns into a muffin-fuelled odysseyA community library nap and two muffins later, the journey ends with a rescue call.17 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateNavy joins search for fisherman missing off Whangārei coastThe 17-foot runabout was found drifting with no one aboard on Saturday morning.17 Nov 01:02 AM
Northern AdvocateOtago University and Ngāti Hine aim to turn around dire Māori diabetes outcomesPreventing amputations with better footcare will be the first project of the partnership.16 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe Bennett: The lost art of autograph hunting OPINION: Do little boys still collect autographs?14 Nov 03:45 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Once a national ritual, the Melbourne Cup now stirs mixed feelings OPINION: We’re learning to value empathy over spectacle.14 Nov 03:30 PM
Northern AdvocateDargaville Intemedidate and High Schools' kapa haka at Kaipara council inaugurationMāori tikanga was an integral part of Kaipara District Council's first 2025 council meeting in Matakohe on Wednesday. Video / Susan BottingWatch14 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNew Kaipara Mayor takes oath of office in English and Te ReoNew Kaipara Mayor Jonathan Larsen read his oath of office in English and Te Reo at the council's swearing in ceremony. Video / Susan BottingWatch14 Nov 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateTraffic lights to be installed at notorious Whangārei crossing'People shouldn't be risking their lives to get a loaf of bread from the supermarket.'13 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Northland’s top eateries celebrated at Savour 2025 awardsThe latest news bites from around the region.13 Nov 03:55 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Traffic lights and scooter exit reshape Whangārei streetsOPINION: ACC logged more than 7000 e-scooter injury claims in two years.13 Nov 12:24 AM
Northern AdvocateBig test ahead: Govt eyes private model for $1b Marsden Point rail linkMore than 70 organisations have shown interest in building the 19km rail link.13 Nov 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Waipu Highland Games returns; Brynderwyns closed for resurfacingThe latest news bites from around the region.12 Nov 03:50 PM
OpinionGwendolyn Needham: Kaitāia, a life shaped by small-town lessons and simple valuesOPINION: Lessons from a Northland childhood still guide today.12 Nov 03:30 PM
Northern Advocate'It will be a wet afternoon': Rain and wind warnings for NorthlandA heavy rain watch has been issued from 10am until 10pm for the region.11 Nov 09:54 PM
Northern AdvocateCut projects, rising need: The fight over Northland’s lost state homesUp to 450 new Kāinga Ora homes were recently scrapped but new building is still under way.11 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s flagship food fest hits pause It follows the 10-year anniversary for Northland's favourite summer shindig. 11 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kaikohe's Christmas Parade returns; Brynderwyn closures this weekThe latest news bites from around the region.09 Nov 03:50 PM
OpinionJohn Wansbone: Investing in our water safety will save livesOPINION: If drowning prevention is no longer ACC’s responsibility, then whose is it?07 Nov 03:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Looking back at the school song that shaped a generation’s lessons on lifeOPINION: Half a century later, the motto ‘without work, nothing’ still rings partly true.07 Nov 03:45 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia's Far North Roading wins top honour at Northland business awardsA 55% surge in entries made this year’s judging among the toughest yet.07 Nov 10:15 AM
Northern Advocate'No one was harmed': ANZ Whangārei branch closed after man allegedly threatens staff with knifeA staff member sought help at a nearby superette just after 9.30am.07 Nov 01:40 AM
