PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'It's something we all fear could happen': Lawyer attacked in court lift speaks outFamily lawyer Brintyn Smith has described the long road to recovery that is ahead of him.14 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDavid Grindle: Govt-inflicted costs squeezing employersComment: The employment-related costs of doing business have increased significantly.14 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateMeth capital of New Zealand revealed in wastewater testsDrop in overall meth use NZ-wide put down to reduced supply.14 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe digital Trojan horse: Should we be concerned about TikTok?Data privacy and national security are critical issues that we need to take seriously.14 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘At their wits’ end’: Art show highlights families’ struggle with methExhibition aims to raise awareness and explore answers to region’s meth epidemic.14 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateRetiring JP calls on young people to become JPsHigh number of traffic offences still bugs recently retired JP.14 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateClaim of unjustified dismissal against CorrectionsThe Department of Corrections employee was terminated after refusing Covid-19 vaccination.14 Mar 05:30 AM
Northern Advocate'Everyone will be counted': Census forms go to door-to-doorExtension granted for top of Far North due to after-effects of Cyclone Gabrielle.14 Mar 02:31 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei’s new all-weather athletics track gets soggy test, but ready for racingWhangārei athletics track recently repaired after over a decade of use.14 Mar 01:07 AM
Northern Advocate'Poorly planned and executed': Police unjustified in using firearm, taser in busy car parkThe arrest attempt was 'poorly planned and executed', the IPCA said.13 Mar 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBrave new world: Couple reveals what it takes to buy a supermarket storeThey courted playing netball, now Darren and Karen Huston own a New World.13 Mar 05:05 PM
Northern AdvocateTaniwha loose forward called up for Moana PasifikaWaipū premier rugby skipper Jonah Mau'u has been selected for Moana Pasifika.13 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Rock musician's cyclone fundraiser; excavator operator competitionThe latest news bites from around the region.13 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateA family's pain: Their father passed then the cyclone cameThe cyclone further fuelled a whānau's grief as they mourned the loss of 'chief'.13 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateComment: Close encounters suggest planet not so lonely after allThe world really is a small place, writes Kevin Page.13 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'The rubber band will only stretch so far': Burnt out teachers set to strikePat Newman says teachers and principals need proactive action by the Ministry of Education13 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaipara residents forced to travel as town continues to go without a dentistThe only dental clinic in Dargaville closed more than a year ago.13 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland parents gather to celebrate Multiple Birth Awareness Week 2023Twins come with challenges such as sleep deprivation and financial struggles.13 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateLarge parts of Far North still without census papers a week after Census 2023 datePeople in Doubtless Bay, Kaitāia, Ahipara say they’re still in the dark about Census 2023.13 Mar 05:30 AM
Northern AdvocateEnchanter sinking: Charges laid over fishing tragedy after five die at seaFive men died when a fishing charter boat sank one year ago.13 Mar 04:34 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei team clinches Waitangi Mountain Bike Park’s first major eventCompetitors pitted against the clock in challenging eight-hour mountain bike relay race.13 Mar 04:19 AM
Northern Advocate'We're still in shock': Retired couple's life-changing Lotto winThe woman was on the edge of her seat as each number began to line up on their ticket.13 Mar 02:32 AM
Northern AdvocateFamily escapes as fire destroys home in ŌtāngareiCause uncertain, but child playing with cigarette lighter a possibility.12 Mar 10:41 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland boxer Lani Daniels wins to set up IBF title fight Heavyweight claims ANBF Australasian title in victory over Sequita Hemingway.12 Mar 05:29 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei teen flying high after winning multiple titles at Model Flying NZ NationalsHis love affair with model planes started when he was young.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHabitat for Humanity opens community housing project in 'our flashest town'The need for housing has soared due to factors like skyrocketing property prices.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThird time's the charm: Masters cross country champ claims another victoryWorld cross-country title for Whangārei runner as he prepares to race in Poland.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland news in brief: Alleged tomahawk robbery; and Lucky Lotto playerSnippets of news from around the region.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland councils speak out in New Zealand’s local government review“We need to give councils the power to make the right decisions for our mokopuna.”12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateVince Cocurullo: What do the Three Waters reform proposals mean?It might be helpful to summarise them in this column.12 Mar 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘We’re over the moon’: Fritter fest makes welcome return after three-year absenceWhangārei event combines music, postive vibes and good kai — especially fritters.12 Mar 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateThird time lucky: Record crowd as Waterfront Festival returns to MangōnuiMore than 7000 people packed the Doubtless Bay town to celebrate event’s 10th anniversary.11 Mar 11:54 PM
Northern Advocate'It’s devastating': Couple scammed into paying bond for property that wasn't for rentThe family lost $3,600 to the fraud, and is living separately while trying to find a home11 Mar 02:18 AM
Northern AdvocateWild cats and legal fights: Lion park's tumultuous historyDown memory lane. Key events at the lion park over the last two decades10 Mar 06:02 PM
