Waitangi Day commemorations seen through the lens of Advocate photographers
Northern Advocate photographers capture Waitangi Day commemorations in Bay of Islands.
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Tai Tokerau group at forefront of Aotearoa education future
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Candidates for Northland byelection meet voters
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Artist Ardern wows at Hihiaua Cultural Centre
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Waka will be part of NZ history curriculum, PM pledges
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Health Minister calls for resolution to GP/Mahitahi stoush
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Kiwi lucky to survive dog attack in Northland
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News snippets from Northland
Feelers finish tour in North; and mobile GP clinic at Pataua.
Northland writer's first novel wins international award
The novel's main character follows a path similar to the author's own.
New era for hapū as 'living cultural centre' opens
A $1.25m PGF grant allowed the rebuilding of Rewa's Village, now called Te Ahurea.
Hikurangi and Kensington dominate bowls finals
Kensington will now represent the Centre in the Mercedes Cup on May 8.
SH1 north of Whangārei affected by two-car crash
Traffic is backing up on State Highway One north of Whangārei after a two-car crash
Celebration of Eru and the waka on Waitangi Day
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
Swimming stalwart's vision realised
Ester's vision was that all kids, regardless of their situation, should be taught to swim.
Ōpua stabbing: 14-year-old boy pleads not guilty to murder
Justice Timothy Brewer extended name suppression for the youth until trial - yet to be set
Photos: Long-lost dead of Te Ruapekapeka honoured
More than 700 people, including the PM and Willie Apiata VC, gathered at the battle site.
Northland road crosses: The caring nurse who just wanted to help others
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Water bugs - enough to make you sick
Drinking water safety highlighted with new regulations coming in this year.
Long-lost graves honoured as Waitangi commemorations begin
Bodies of 12 British soldiers lay forgotten in a shallow grave for more than 170 years.
Northland Māori seats poll demand petitions to be delivered to councils this week
The petition will still be delivered to the councils, despite looming law change.
Husky owner fined $4500 after two kiwi killed
Blame for the dog's destruction lies with owner, not the dog itself, judge says.
Kāinga Ora apologises to mum for dangerous broken fence
The mother had asked that the fence be fixed ever since she had lived at the property.
Northland DHB proposes whānau-centred healthcare fix
Chamberlain acknowledged the OME's potential place in Northland's healthcare system.
Long weekend brings dream catch
Long weekend lands dream catch for Whangārei fisherman.
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Catch up on what's happening
First tenants secured for Ngāwhā business park
Stage one will create 150 jobs in berry growing, avocado oil production and house building
Government plans for more social housing underwhelms
Northland will be getting some more state houses, but the numbers haven't impressed some.
Rare whale spotted swimming for first time ever in New Zealand waters
An exciting day for marine enthusiasts as shy, rare whale sighted off Northland.
Bombshell $300m Māori health proposal shocks Northland healthcare
The Northland DHB has come out in strong opposition to the proposal.