Northern Advocate'Final nail in the coffin': Kerikeri Street Party cancelled amid road closuresMore than 4000 revellers usually flock to the post-half marathon celebration.29 Oct 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHow dementia trackers are helping Northland families keep loved ones safePeople with dementia can go wandering with a goal to find something or wander aimlessly.28 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWalker rescued off Northland's second-highest peak after becoming lostThe man waited five hours for search and rescue crews to reach him as darkness fell.28 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate'It could happen to anybody' - Unattended cooking likely cause of sushi bar fire All staff and customers escaped safely before the flames took hold.28 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: ‘He’s been the foundation’ - Students honour long-serving WBHS hockey mentorStudents led the push to honour Warren Litchfield’s 14 years of service.27 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe ‘loving lie’ that helped calm a father with dementiaKerikeri’s Maria Nicol helped care for both her parents as they lived with dementia.27 Oct 05:13 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - bridge restrictions, fire warning and boat bottom checksNews snippets from the Far North.27 Oct 03:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFacing dementia: Fear and stigma delay vital early diagnosisAn early dementia diagnosis lets whānau plan care and access crucial support, experts say.27 Oct 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateGame-changer: New $18b expressway endorsed to boost jobs and road safetyThe Northland Expressway from Te Hana to Whangārei is expected to boost Northland.26 Oct 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate Far North elects record-breaking 'mana wāhine' council Mayor Moko Tepania says he’s proud to lead what he calls a ‘mana wāhine’ council.26 Oct 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Extremely grateful': Runner who went into cardiac arrest fronts chopper appealEddie Hayes collapsed on Whangārei’s Hatea Loop during a morning run in 2023.25 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Heartbreaking': Inside one couple's long goodbye to memory and marriagePeggy Rangi has spent 15 years caring for husband Mike, who has dementia.24 Oct 11:44 PM
Northern Advocate'World-class' beaches to attract thousands as surf lifesaving season beginsSix Northland beaches will be patrolled from this weekend until Easter next year.23 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Our sincere condolences': Rāhui after death at Northland bayPolice were made aware that a person was deceased around 4.30pm.21 Oct 11:46 PM
Northern AdvocateHow Thursday’s mega-strike will disrupt classrooms and hospitals alike in NorthlandMarches are planned in both Kaitāia and Whangārei on the day of the strike.20 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Pupils and retirees restore Tikipunga Wetland; Whangārei voter turnout lags The latest news bites from around the region.20 Oct 03:50 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North artist's unique prostate cancer fundraiser takes to the roadPortable potter's wheel sees Far North man create fundraiser for prostate cancer20 Oct 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePerson dies after being found in water in Far NorthThe death has been referred to the coroner and support offered to the person's family.19 Oct 11:59 PM
Northern AdvocateNew rules aim to cut forestry deaths after grim 2024 safety recordWorkSafe released the code in August after consulting with stakeholders. 18 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFinal results in: Northland councils confirm mayors and ward outcomesRegional council Māori seats will be removed after the 2028 election cycle.17 Oct 07:27 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: New children's book takes flight in Mangawhai; Mangamuka slip repair under wayThe latest news bites from around the region.17 Oct 03:50 PM
OpinionJonny Wilkinson: Losing Lola meant more than losing a petOPINION: Jonny Wilkinson reflects on life after losing his silky fox terrier, Lola.17 Oct 03:45 PM
OpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Finding meaning in a house renovation and a hedgehog’s visit A hedgehog’s quiet visit under the new floor left a memory that never faded.17 Oct 03:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Really pleased’: Larsen takes Kaipara mayoralty after razor-thin resultFinal count gave Jonathan Larsen a 21-vote lead over closest rival Snow Tane.17 Oct 07:10 AM
Northern Advocate'Feels like we’re going backwards': Firefighters strike over pay and conditionsFire and Emergency has offered a 5.1% pay increase over three years. 17 Oct 03:31 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland leader admits assaulting two women in Whangārei incidentThe person who admitted the two charges cannot be named, for now.16 Oct 11:58 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara council backs mayor’s complaint over how election was runŌtamatea councillor Mark Vincent walked out, calling the meeting a farce.16 Oct 10:34 PM
Northern Advocate‘A huge number of irregularities’: Kaipara mayor defends election complaint moveA 76-year-old wore his father’s RNZAF blazer to protest for democracy.16 Oct 05:39 PM
Northern AdvocateFunding crunch sees Northland Brain Injury Association shut doorsAfter 27 years providing services to people with head injuries, the funds have run out.16 Oct 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice name 20-year-old who died in Ōhaeawai crash Another person was transported to hospital with critical injuries on September 30.16 Oct 02:48 AM
Northern Advocate‘So much for democracy’: Councillor slams mayor’s 11th-hour election moveElectoral officer Dale Ofsoske says in 40 years he’s never seen one called.15 Oct 11:30 PM
Northern Advocate‘Focus on sustainably grown timber’: Ikea company buys forests in NorthIngka Investments' 12,900ha deal covers nine forests, subject to OIO approval.15 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonComment: Why driverless tech might be closer than we thinkWaymo’s cars crashed 81% less often than humans in a recent study.15 Oct 03:55 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North news briefs - new Far North album, Fire and Emergency strike and time to Savour successNews snippets from the Far North15 Oct 03:00 PM
