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High Court to hear opposition to Northland Rescue Helicopter base move
Plans to shift Northland Rescue Helicopter have been opposed in the High Court.
Pierced by a speargun: Is it time to introduce a spearfishing licence?
The case of a Kiwi man's speargun injury has highlighted the popular sport's risk.
Man airlifted to hospital after stabbing in Paihia
The Advocate understands the man has been airlifted to Whangārei Hospital.
Man killed while sandboarding ignored order not to go down dunes, court hears
Northland company on trial after Korean tourist dies at Northalnd's Te Paki sand dunes
Vince Cocurullo: We deserve to have our basic needs met in a more reliable manner
We need to know that we’re able to stay connected.
Ripple effect: Whangārei property prices down 11 per cent, beach properties hold prices
Houses in some beach suburbs are still selling for millions, despite the downturn.
Cricket soothing the Covid lockdown's pain for multiethnic community in Whangārei
Cricket diverts multiethnic cricketers mind away from Covid stress in Northland.
Buoy at Poor Knights Marine Reserve will monitor ocean for researchers
The technology monitors water temperature, among other features.
Big turnout for Whangārei A&P Show
The 141st Whangārei A&P Show was finally held after last year's Covid cancellation.
Person found dead in Urquharts Bay
Surf Life Saving was called to assist with recovering the body.
Liquor store robbed by offenders with baseball bats
The Advocate understands the robbery happened at Super Liquor Woodhill.
Take a dip into Whangārei's swimming history
Early history of swimming on show at Whangārei Museum.
Whangarei stabbing: Two hospitalised after fight; man appears in court
Two people were taken to hospital after a knife was allegedly pulled during a fight.
Jonny Wilkinson: Celebrating International Day of People with Disabilities
The day doesn’t discriminate between intellectual and physical disabilities.
Joe Bennett: To do, to make, to love, to laugh, to give, that is our creed and motto
We have set up a mission to cruise ship passengers.
Kaipara 's east/west political mix a concern for some
A growing Mangawhai presence on Kaipara District Council is altering its balance.
More money wanted for transport in Northland
Northland’s local government leaders want more transport funding to aid regional growth.
Crackers about Christmas: Retirement village folk create reusable festive items
Summerset Mount Denby residents are doing their bit for the environment.
Inspired wahine shaves her 13-year-old dreadlocks for mental health awareness
Jess Olsen wants to raise $1000 for each of the 13 years she had dreadlocks
Cutting the cost of Christmas for Northlanders
Secret Santas, homemade gifts and setting budgets are recommended ways to keep costs down.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities a success in Whangārei
"It’s about empowering the disabled community"
Northlander opens up about the emotional trauma of a workplace incident
Donovan Group Limited fined $220,000 after worker had finger amputated
Jess Olsen of Hello Pickle shaves off her 13-year-old dreads for I am Hope
Jess Olsen has so far raised $5,000 for Mike King's I am Hope.
'Everyone is struggling': Soaring power bills take their toll
Northland residents are having great difficulty keeping up with their power bills.
Whangārei rowing girls paddle to success at regatta
The Whangārei novice girls squad cleaned up at the large regatta.
Whangārei urged to make the most of tourism accolades
Today’s travellers are seeking something deeper than just good scenery, tourism boss says.
'Enormous' $10 million cannabis seizure by Northland police
Police cannot rule out further arrests or charges in relation to the operations.
One dead after Tūtūkākā Coast crash
A person has died after two vehicles collided on Ngunguru Rd.
Whangārei used to be the place you stopped only for a toilet break. Not any more.
Hundertwasser and new Town Basin attractions credited with city’s tourism turnaround.