Northern AdvocateHomicide investigation launched after man dies at Far North propertyA man was found critically injured at a Waikerikeri Rd property in Horeke.22 May 12:31 AM
Northern AdvocateInvestigation under way after 'unexplained' death of 3-year-old girlPolice say a post-mortem will be carried out over the next couple of days.22 May 12:19 AM
Northern AdvocateTwo crashes on State Highway 1 cause delays, diversionsTwo people received moderate injuries in the first crash.21 May 08:45 PM
Northern Advocate'Well over halfway': Runner hits 503 ultramarathons in record questShannon-Leigh Litt has completed more than 500 consecutive ultramarathons.21 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOne person dead after single vehicle crash in NorthlandMotorists have been advised to expect delays on State Highway 12 west of Gallie Rd.21 May 03:46 AM
Northern AdvocateResidents weigh-in on Far North alcohol rules The council seeks community views on alcohol sales and consumption.20 May 11:57 PM
Northern Advocate'Nothing short of inspiring': Air NZ boosts Northland nature projectsEight Northland nature projects by schools, hapū and landcare groups share $50,000.20 May 11:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Never too young': Push to lower NZ bowel cancer screening ageProtesters at Parliament urged lowering the screening age to 45.20 May 10:06 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland divers start New Zealand-first elimination work on invasive seaweed'Time is of the essence in the fight against caulerpa.'20 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDriver flees scene after crash into Mangamuka garage Police say just after 4am a vehicle left State Highway 1 and crashed into a garage.20 May 12:52 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Mea Motu makes surprise appearance with fight in Thailand The latest news bites from around the region.19 May 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's not just about surviving': Northland businesses on living wage impactBusiness owners urge others to pay the living wage to help staff thrive.19 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageOpinion: Mrs P, Boomerang Child, the culinary battle and my weight lossKevin Page has lost 15kg over the past year while living in a caravan.19 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFresh appeal for information in Parakao homicide probe Geoffrey Ware's body was found at his home in the Northland village on May 9. 19 May 02:44 AM
Opinion Vince Cocurullo: Community input is crucial for Whangārei's futureWe received more than 640 submissions for the Annual Plan this year.18 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: Te Kamo Scouts win national recognition for environment clean-up effortsThe group was nominated by Whangārei District Council's waste minimisation officer.18 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGovernment announces plan to improve after hours healthcare services for NorthlandersThe announcement comes after recent concerns around a lack of doctors at Kāitāia Hospital.18 May 02:44 AM
Northern Advocate'Top dollar for no services': Residents decry council neglectResidents in the Far North pay up to $5000 in rates but get few services.17 May 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Very tight': Builders struggle in Northland's falling marketNew building consents in the region dropped 31% in the year to March 2025.16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Time dawdles when you're waiting OPINION: "Because I am waiting I am finding it hard to concentrate."16 May 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Radical change': Possible crayfish ban for Northland's east coastShane Jones says crayfish can't keep declining in the popular fishing area.16 May 05:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Public toilets can be quite the challengeIn Whangārei we have a good range of accessible toilets. 16 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMysterious webs blanketing Northland have residents and experts puzzledResidents in Northland report stringy webs drifting through the sky.16 May 04:00 AM
Northern Advocate'Not worth it': Crash survivor's message this Road Safety WeekHe suffered a traumatic brain injury after a crash in June 2021.16 May 12:00 AM
Northern Advocate'It's getting really dire': Hospices struggle with funding crisisNorthland hospices warn they may shut down in two to five years without more funding.15 May 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'We’re desperate': SPCA's urgent plea for foster homes for puppiesThe Far North SPCA in Kerikeri has taken in 24 abandoned puppies recently.15 May 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North news briefs - book DoC huts, booze views sought and mental health talksNews snippets from the Far North.14 May 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePink Shirt Day marked as Northland says no to bullyingNorthlanders mark Pink Shirt Day anti-bullying campaign14 May 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia's Quarry Rd bridge upgrade should be finished by end of JulyQuarry Rd bridge upgrade in Kaitāia behind schedule due to weather.14 May 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri forum for Northland armed forces veterans Veterans’ Affairs invites Northland's veterans to Kerikeri information forum14 May 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOn The Up: Kaitāia teen Levi Ashwell is leading the way at St John Hato HoneKaitāia St John Hato Hone's Levi Ashwell is best Drill cadet in NZ14 May 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKerikeri High netballers back from Queensland tripTwenty-three netballers travelled to Australia for a development tour.14 May 06:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonOpinion: New proposals aim to streamline driver licence processIt may seem simpler but stricter penalties will be in place.14 May 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Property values upThe latest news bites from around the region.14 May 05:00 PM
