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Mangawhai health worker recognised for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder leadership
Chris Rogan made officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM)
Joe Bennett's new bin means more accurate projectile throwing
A square bin means more success.
MNZM for Whangarēi district councillor Phil Halse
Service to local government and the community recognised.
2022 in review: Some of the Advocate photographers' favourite sporting shots of the year
2022 in review: Michael Cunningham shares his favourite sporting shots of the year
News briefs from Northland: Popular track open again; and stolen mail found
News snippets from Northland
What's it like to...save a life: Hunter pulls injured driver from truck moments before explosion
A horrific truck crash turned a hunting trip into a lifesaving mission for Paul Speedy.
Summer of music: Northland's music lineup
Plenty of live music in Northland this summer as Covid restrictions gone
News in brief from Northland - Tractor Spectacular; and counterfeit banknotes
News snippets from Northland
News from Northland's bowls scene with Gwen Lawson
Latest news from Northland's bowls scene.
DoC's plea for Kiwis to take care of our marine reserves during summer
Plea for Kiwis to take care of our marine reserves.
Whangārei dairy wants harsher penalties after smash-and-grab burglary
Dairy owner and family have scary night after store burgled.
Monstrous discovery in Bay of Islands sewer prompts toilet warning
It turns out ‘flushable’ wipes are anything but. Just ask Far North sewage contractors.
Three-vehicle pile-up blocks SH10 at Waipapa, Northland
No major injuries but crash left one lane buried in broken bottles.
Whangārei crash Northland's second fatality of Christmas/New Year Holiday
Police were called to Puna Rere Drive where the crash happened around 8.50pm.
Summer freedom campers expected to head to region
A significant number of visitors are expected this summer.
Northern Advocate photographer Tania Whyte’s favourite photos from 2022
From dogs playing in the water to the election of a new mayor, it's been a busy year.
Family heartbroken to lose 70 years of memories in homestead fire
The family were smoking fish on a barbecue when the fire started.
Photos: Plenty of fun in the sun at the Ngunguru Gala Day
The family-friendly event attracted thousands of walk throughs.
Tutukaka Coast Lions Club hosts the Ngunguru Gala Day
The Ngunguru Gala Day is a long-running event popular with people of all ages.
Person taken to hospital with burns after blaze destroys Portland home
Neighbours raised the alarm after noticing a house on Taipari St had caught fire.
Boxing Day boom: Shops heave with bargain hunters
Boxing Day continued the December trend of shoppers hitting stores in droves.
Northpower Wild Kiwi hopes to mark return with record breaking numbers
Competitors travel from all over for the race held in the scenic coastal hotspot.
Firefighting Santa suits up to surprise Onerahi kids with Christmas cheer
For two decades, Onerahi deputy fire chief Brian Redwood has help spread Christmas joy.
18yo woman killed in Christmas Eve car crash had the ‘biggest heart’, sister says
Jacinda Sione-Lauaki, known as Cinda, was on a way to paving a better life for herself.
'Instinct' helps i-Site Paihia staff save British tourist's life
Two visitor info consultants didn't hesitate to put their first aid skills into action.
Topless sunbathing, a road trip with a budgie: Seniors share memories of Christmas past
From a post-war Christmas to a road trip with a budgie; here are some favourite memories.
Grenade launchers may not be the best Christmas presents, Joe Bennett reckons
Joe Bennett muses on giving grenade launchers as Christmas presents.
Mayor hopes gift will provide alternative view of climate change issue
Kaipara Mayor Craig Jepson hopes councillors will read False Alarm over the holidays.
Chopper dispatched to help fight Far North fire
Far North firefighters are battling a blaze in Waipapa.
Northland teacher retires after 50 years in the classroom
Seeing changes in children’s lives for the better is so rewarding.
How to avoid festive season stress
Many people feel pressure around gift-giving and hosting, a psychologist says.
Unique rolling ball clock sculpture at Whangārei Town Basin handed over to council
Unique rolling ball clock taken over by Whangārei Districxt Council
Award-winning Kaiwaka author writes her way to prestigious fellowship
Kelly Ana Morey plans to use her residency to work on her sixth novel.
