Northern AdvocateControversial subdivision signed off - but homeowners won't be allowed cats or dogs119 homes will be built on a sprawling piece of land within a kiwi habitat.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateToo much! It's raining wild cats and kittens in Far North pensioner's garden50 wild cats too much for Far North pensioner in council flat03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNotorious meth dealer: 'I wanted to be a dealer with a heart'Serenity Grace Tebbutt was visibly shocked as she was jailed for supply drugs.03 Jul 08:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMore opportunities to succeed or privatisation? Charter schools debate ramps up$153m was put aside in the Budget for their re-establishment with some opening in 2025.03 Jul 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia College’s seniors forage in ancient garden at their ball160 students enjoy Kaitāia College's Senior Ball03 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Go red for Red Nose Day, coastal towns to get tsunami sirensThe latest news bites from around the region.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHūhana Lyndon: By giving Māori the voice we were promised, there is hope for the future we all deserveOpinion: Here, in the Far North, support for Māori wards has been strong.02 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBuilders want government help to smooth troughs of construction industryWhile consents are down 29%, more trained builders will be needed soon in Northland.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTe Hiku Community Board grants more than $85k for projectsThe funding includes $20k for sports hub pool equipment.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Hearty little buggers': Kākāriki chicks flourishingGlenbervie man counting Kakariki chicks in Garden Bird survey.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateShopper cheesed off with food authority's verdict on bugsAuthority says lax poor food safety not to blame for bugs found in supermarket cheese.02 Jul 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSkipper fined $131k for Russell ferry crash that paralysed captain'The message for other skippers is, it is your responsibility to stay alert.'02 Jul 04:01 AM
Northern AdvocateNew research points to likely cause of 'milky fish'Anglers report hooking snapper that appear to be malnourished, with mushy, white flesh.01 Jul 11:32 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Puanga on a Plate competition winners announcedThe latest news bites from around the region.01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North: 45 new citizens; infrastructure funding available; and firearm dischargedNews snippets from the Far North01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHeroes, bigots, football and rugby - Chase star Shaun Wallace ahead of his Kerikeri showThe Dark Destroyer might even come face-to-face with the Egg Cups.01 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateEarth completed another circuit, and it was time for Kevin Page to get new glassesOpinion: Kevin Page on his deteriorating eyesight01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCustomers owed thousands from Flaming Fires offered warmth from rivalLiquidators are working with Flaming Fires' director to get money back to customers.01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'There’s just nothing': Family eyeing homeschooling due to lack of learning supportThe 8yo's previous school allocated just five minutes per child due to class sizing.01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Fresh arsenal' MPI announce new measures to battle fall armywormFall armyworm was first detected in Northland in 2023 - so what's being done now?01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North's Got Talent final highlights district's fabulous youthYouth show their skills at Far North's Got Talent final.01 Jul 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateAfter year of fundraising, breast milk bank to start helping vulnerable infantsNorthland's human milk bank will provide safely pasteurised breast milk to babies in need.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whistleblowing on rise, police investigating two unsafe driversThe latest news bites from around the region.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthlanders to pay $54.8m in council rates in the coming 2024/2025 yearCouncil set to increase rate to fund emergency services and sports facilities.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland businesses cautiously optimistic after busy Matariki weekendThis weekend was the first after the opening - so how did Northland fare?30 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateExcitement in the air as L.A.B. announce Whangārei showThey're back - and this year with even more Kiwi talent.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMotorists reminded to keep eye out for cattle on Whangārei Heads RoadThere is no signage or other mode of warning about the risk.30 Jun 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWoman brutally attacked slams justice system after not learning of abuser's releaseThe woman received a formal written notice three days before her attacker was released.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateJoe Bennett reflects on his time in CreteOpinion: Joe Bennett spends some time in Crete.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateDon’t worry be happy, if you can - Carolyn HansenOPINION: Increasing tensions, negative feelings and emotions are rising around the world.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMatariki at Planetarium North - Our TreasuresOpinion: Our visit to Planetarium North was an absolutely stellar experience.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It’s important for our mental health in the cold': Matariki fun warms heartsFriday's events included Whangārei's Light and Lantern Parade, and Waipu on Ice.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Free first phone boxes, Electricity authority given three months to investigate power cutThe latest news bites from around the region.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDry July: Far North couple who went through cancer journeys at same time speak in supportFar North cancer survivors Steve and Valerie Smith are getting behind Dry July.28 Jun 05:00 PM
