Northern AdvocateUnique initiative sees iwi learn fire management tricks from Aboriginal AustraliansFar North iwi have been to Australia to learn traditional fire-management practices.09 Feb 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateA game changer for community sport: New guidelines around concussion welcomedNew guidelines around how to deal with concussions in sport comes into play this winter.08 Feb 11:30 PM
Northern AdvocatePatient airlifted to hospital after Far North crashFire and Emergency and St John are currently in attendance.08 Feb 10:27 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North council plans to help remedy 'dire' housing shortagePeople in the Far North are living in cars - often with children, or in tents and garages.08 Feb 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Record number attend Waitangi Day; AM radio service out in Far NorthThe latest news bites from around the region.08 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTeen admits role in violent armed robbery at Michael HillMore than $50,000 worth of jewellery was stolen and three women were injured.08 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Where's the tall guy?' Deportee storms home, questions man at gunpointThe man was deported from Australia for burglaries and robbery.08 Feb 05:03 AM
Northern AdvocateThreatening behaviour force Kaipara school to initiate 'precautionary' lockdownThe principal says the school gates were closed as a precautionary measure.08 Feb 03:41 AM
Northern AdvocateHave an adventure: NZTA announces detour routes ahead of Brynderwyns closureDates confirmed for extensive roadworks along State Highway 1.08 Feb 02:18 AM
Northern AdvocateNew Port Nikau pier could boost marine sector and community, mayor saysThe latest pier at the marina is due to be completed later this month.08 Feb 02:07 AM
Northern Advocate1963 Brynderwyn bus crash that claimed 15 lives still haunts manyIt's been 61 years, but the Brynderwyn bus tragedy still haunts whānau07 Feb 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBay News: Ruins get a tidy up; dearth of domestics brought power to KerikeriThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.07 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: 1200 animals desexed in Northland; Kauri coach steps downThe latest news bites from around the region.07 Feb 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateStill-burning wetland fire forces residents to evacuate their homesOne mum says she and her children could barely breathe as they fled their home.07 Feb 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WIlliamson: Keep driving as long as possible for your health and wellbeingFor many older people, having to stop driving is a source of anxiety and terror.07 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - Skating comp, boat capsizes and enviro fundingNews snippets from the Far North07 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFormer Green Party MP David Clendon coordinating Northland visitor programmeDavid Clendon is new Tohu Whenua co-ordinator for Northland07 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWatch: Rare whale shark pops up to surprise Northland fishermanThe nine-metre long shark circled the boat for about five minutes.07 Feb 06:41 AM
Northern AdvocateLike an awkward first date: Successful Waitangi marked good start between Māori and GovtThe Waitangi Day commemorations were "fantastic", Waitangi National Trust chair says.07 Feb 04:30 AM
Northern AdvocateWhy the Kaipara Mayor dressed in an English Victorian costume on Waitangi DayThe mayor says the costumes were well received by many - Māori included.07 Feb 04:25 AM
Northern AdvocateChinese NZers make trip north to honour tragic shipwreck and special bondThe trip helped the visitors explore their cultural connection to New Zealand.06 Feb 11:32 PM
Northern AdvocateIwi leader wins the right to sue seven big pollutersMike Smith gets his day in court against seven major emitters.06 Feb 10:42 PM
Northern AdvocateDora exploring the Far North with new on-line health support systemFar North gets visit from health support bus Dora.06 Feb 09:49 PM
Northern AdvocateLeague legends and golfers combine for par-tyCharity golf day raises funds for Northland youth rugby league.06 Feb 09:18 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North group takes up fight against moth plant pestRangikapiti Reserve volunteers are busy eradicating vine.06 Feb 08:37 PM
Northern AdvocateDon’t come to talk at us about us, Northland MP tells GovernmentMariameno Kapa-Kingi's advice to the Government - ignore us at your peril.06 Feb 05:25 PM
Northern AdvocateWhat to expect from today's unemployment dataNew Labour data expected to paint a mixed picture of employment market.06 Feb 04:01 PM
Northern Advocate'They’re there to learn': Hopes cellphone ban will be a positive changeSchools are figuring out how to enforce the policy, which is compulsory by term 2.06 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOverseas company spends $25m on 1800ha of Northland farmland for forestry'We really need to be looking at what is the long-term forestry future.'06 Feb 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice called as desperate Waitangi drivers bust through farm gatePolice are now on Wakelin Rd, south of Kerikeri, turning motorists around.05 Feb 11:54 PM
Northern Advocate'Two, four, six, eight, this government is out the gate': 1000 people take part in hīkoi to defend te Tiriti o WaitangiThe march left Cape Reinga at dawn on February 2.05 Feb 10:50 PM
Northern AdvocateTensions flatline at Waitangi Day ceremony - unless you are David SeymourThe Act leader was booed by the crowd at the dawn ceremony.05 Feb 10:20 PM
Northern Advocate'2, 4, 6, 8, this government is out the gate': 1000 people march in Waitangi hīkoiPM yesterday told his Waitangi speech missed the mark - but earns apology.05 Feb 09:46 PM
Northern AdvocateWaka arrive at WaitangiThe waka crews landed ashore after the procession at Waitangi. Video / Natasha Hill / Paridi BakshiWatch05 Feb 08:31 PM
