Northern AdvocateNorthland Regional Council pushes back against plan to reinstate binding pollsThe council played a key role in getting Māori ward polling removed.28 Apr 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocateVince Cocurullo: Honouring Anzac Day and next steps with the Long-Term PlanOPINION: Many go to war knowing that they may not come back.28 Apr 10:47 PM
Northern AdvocateGisborne cockroach and corpse loving ‘coffin fly’ identified in Whangārei man’s supermarket cheeseMPI is still investigating a pensioner's 1kg block of cheese.28 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateVictim of freak bridge incident says council, contractor, haven't apologisedThe wife of a man injured on a council bridge says their lives have been dreadful since.28 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePrincipal on tenterhooks awaiting news on Education Ministry cutsThere is concern that our most vulnerable learners will be those who feel the impact.28 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It will be prison': Bus driver, 71, put 'on notice' after kissing boyThe man groomed the boy through their mutual interest in toy cars.27 Apr 01:02 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Wildlife care amid Mangamuka repairs; popular walking tracks closedThe latest news bites from around the region.26 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateOpinion: Embracing the pain of change with a positive, healthy attitude is fitness for lifeFeeling discomfort through change indicates we are expanding our horizons.26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDisability funding cuts hurt: 'There's nothing to help us'Kristy Kewene loves her son James, 23, but says caring for him is tough.26 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett: The fundamentals of writing a songOpinion: Joe Bennett found four fundamentals to writing a song.26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJonny Wilkinson: I think I’ve still got some good conkers in my marble collectionOpinion: Turning a calendar mishap into a mini-vacation26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOur Treasures: Behind the scenes of the Northland Vintage Machinery ClubThe people and their stories are the real treasures of the Heritage Park.26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFrom studying law to playing the potty-mouthed 'bogan': Aussie comedian Chopper gets candidThe comedic icon says meeting the real life Chopper Read was under-whelming.26 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFour-star hotel plans resurrected for central WhangāreiMillennium & Copthorne Hotels want the Dent St site for a hotel, again.26 Apr 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateIconic Northland tracks to close for months for repair workThe temporary closure will be used to repair and enhance infrastructure.26 Apr 12:03 AM
Northern AdvocateThe Surge debut their first vinyl with Vine Street VinylThree-piece band The Surge in collaboration with Vine Street Vinyl in Whangārei debut their first ever vinyl on World Record Store Day on April 20. Video / Northern AdvocateWatch25 Apr 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNewly released music album from The Surge is Northland's first vinyl in many yearsProducing music on vinyl gave it a certain warmth and spatial depth.25 Apr 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRuawai leader slams council in David and Goliath battle over $400k propertyProceeds from a residential property should go to the scheme and not the council, he says.25 Apr 07:13 PM
Northern AdvocateArtist's latest exhibition dishes dirt on neighbour and councilA Northland artist has an unconventional exhibition showing in Whangārei.25 Apr 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateShould ratepayers foot the bill to ensure freedom campers stick to the rules?Whangarei District Council reviews need for monitoring of freedom camping.25 Apr 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThousands of Northlanders brave the chill to commemorate Anzac DayDawn ceremonies are taking place around the region today.24 Apr 08:13 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kiwi release attracts huge crowd; cuddle-a-kitten fundraiser in WhangāreiThe latest news bites from around the region.24 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Enhancing Russell's waterfront, footpath project, French films in focus and kina barrensNews snippets from the Far North24 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateArchaeology Week in Northland looks at legacy of Hartley Travers Ferrar who mapped NorthlandHartley Ferrar, who mapped Northland in the early 1900s, in focus for Archaeology Week.24 Apr 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMinister of Health Shane Reti officially opens Whangārei's new maternity suite and labThe new extension is the beginni of creating a parent, tamariki and pēpi health hub.24 Apr 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's men and women singles bowls champs decidedNorthland Bowls Centre's singles champs found24 Apr 03:40 AM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia former hostel closed down after it was deemed dangerous now for saleKaitāia hostel closed by council as dangerous building being sold.24 Apr 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland to get $150m worth of new and revamped state housesThe state house owner plans to build nearly 400 new houses by the end of 2025.24 Apr 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateHalf a billion-dollar dry dock project gets Minister’s nodThe dry dock development will have a major impact on Northland.23 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Scout group's act of kindness ahead of Anzac Day; Northlander represents at GallipoliThe latest news bites from around the region.23 Apr 06:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘Better sleep with one eye open’: Ex-partner jailed for vicious campsite hammer attackMichael Bracey texted his ex saying her new partner should 'sleep with one eye open'.23 Apr 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateOnerahi man who allowed meth to be cooked in his home sentencedThe Whangārei man is the fourth person to be sentenced who was involved in the syndicate.23 Apr 04:31 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei 17.2 per cent rates rise ‘unaffordable’, ‘irresponsible’, critics sayIn defence, Whangārei's mayor says council is facing a huge increase in costs.23 Apr 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCaring mother 'fought to the death for her family' in burglary's fatal struggleLinda Woods died last year after a man from her street entered her Kaikohe home.23 Apr 01:47 AM
