Northern AdvocateMeridian starts work on $227m Ruakākā solar farmIt is expected to produce enough electricity to power about half the homes in Northland.02 Nov 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateHometown drive and teamwork at heart of Whangārei’s new deputy mayorScott McKenzie says he had always wanted to make 'a real contribution' to his hometown.02 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateDouble stabbing followed gang member being told he couldn't smoke meth at property But Ernest Albert claimed he was being set up because he was trying to leave the gang.02 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei students uncover possible war medals of hero airmanStudents found the medals in a dusty fish bin during a school holiday clean-up.01 Nov 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePopular Far North mayor won't seek re-election in 2028 Women now hold 73% of seats on the Far North District Council.01 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s put Waipu on the map’: Brynderwyns detour boosts businessBusinesses on Cove Rd saw a surge when SH1 closed through the Brynderwyns.01 Nov 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMixed feelings: Beam scooters pull plug on Whangārei and wider NZ operationsThe Whangārei pilot began in 2021 with council approval for up to 300 scooters.31 Oct 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthTec cuts 58 roles in restructure to stay financially viable‘You’re going to lose the heart of NorthTec’: Staff fear support stripped back.31 Oct 04:46 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Retro cookbooks and the bizarre recipes that time forgotThe standout horror was a 'Man-in-the-moon Salad' made from eggs, rice and sausages.31 Oct 03:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinion Joe Bennett: The thrill of the auction is lost to phone biddersThe school auction raised about $70,000 at its last event.31 Oct 03:30 PM
Northern AdvocateFootage shows car exhaust triggering massive blaze in hospital carparkNearly 30 vehicles were damaged in the blaze on October 21. 31 Oct 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFault triggers power outage to more than 23,000 Far North homes and businessesTop Energy crews are investigating a fault on the 33 kV line to Mt Pokaka.31 Oct 03:57 AM
Northern AdvocateNewly-released video shows Whangārei Hospital carpark fireFire investigators found the blaze started from a hot exhaust, spreading down rows of cars. Video / Health New Zealand Te Whatu OraWatch31 Oct 03:34 AM
Northern AdvocatePerson struck by car in Whangārei taken to hospitalHato Hone St John says the person was transported to hospital in a moderate condition.31 Oct 02:41 AM
Northern Advocate‘Callous and brutal’: Man who abused five partners jailed for 19 yearsJustice Rebecca Edwards imposed 19 years’ jail with a 10-year minimum term.31 Oct 02:00 AM
Northern Advocate'The best defence is immunisation': Measles outbreak continues to growHealth officials say Kiwis aged 32 to 56 are likely to need a second MMR vaccination.31 Oct 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNgātiwai protest at law change with banned landing at Poor Knights IslandsNgātiwai members sailed 22km offshore to land illegally on the protected islands.30 Oct 09:56 PM
Northern Advocate‘The benefits are huge’: $18b Northland Expressway set to transform road travel Labour Day traffic showed how travel times could be reduced with the new corridor.30 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFighting mate wareware: Māori-led dementia programme gives hope to whānauAbout 12% of Māori over 65 show signs of mate wareware dementia.30 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern Advocate‘One of the most remarkable’: Sir Michael Hill’s superyacht hits marketTake a photo tour through Michael Hill's $25m floating masterpiece.30 Oct 01:47 AM
Northern Advocate‘They feel isolated’: Crime fallout impacting older NorthlandersNorthland's level of crime has begged the question – who is suffering in the shadows?29 Oct 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei plumber earns national recognitionThe latest news bites from around the region.29 Oct 03:50 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: Is the Govt’s boy racer crackdown a sledgehammer to crack a walnut?The Bill would let courts destroy cars after a first street racing conviction.29 Oct 03:45 PM
Northern Advocate$152m windfall for Northland dairy farmers from Fonterra sale likely spent on debtMost farmers plan to use the payout to cut debt amid global uncertainty.29 Oct 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateCommunity spirit sparkles: Fireworks to fund Northland cancer lodge projectThe Whangārei Fireworks Spectacular is set to light up Semenoff Stadium on Saturday.29 Oct 12:37 AM
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 AdvocateHotel, apartments, drive-through restaurant all options for Whangārei siteCould Whangārei’s long-empty waterfront site finally get its moment?28 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateShed containing trucks and cars involved in large blazeThe 20x20 metre shed was packed with trucks and cars.28 Oct 07:41 PM
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 AdvocateNorthland lashed by 1100 lightning strikes as more rain loomsNorthland was hit by almost a quarter of the North Island's lightning strikes overnight.27 Oct 10:42 PM
Northern AdvocateLightning brightens Northland's night skies in stunning displayLightning captured at Morningside in Whangārei about 1am on Tuesday. Video / Sarah CurtisWatch27 Oct 10:30 PM
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
