Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Tāne Mahuta reopening delayed; surfing injuries surgeThe latest news bites from around the region.06 Dec 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOwners face new rules at Whangārei's The Butter FactoryThe Whangārei venue has been allowed to keep operating, but under reduced hours.06 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'I'm worried about getting home': Whangārei taxi waits stretch for hoursOne woman waited more than four hours for a taxi but drivers say the market is tough.06 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Christmas geeks vs grinches: Celebrating inclusivity whoever we areWhat better way to celebrate than to be part of a festival that embraced inclusivity?06 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionCarolyn HansenCarolyn Hansen: Natural ways to increase HGH for anti-aging benefitsExercise offers numerous benefits for physical performance and wellbeing.06 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSurviving the festive rush: Health tips for a stress-free holidayNorthlanders seek tips to reduce Christmas stress, from shopping to family gatherings.06 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionOur Treasures: Cherished prints take us back in time to some of our favourite placesWhangārei Museum launches 14 historic prints to fund projects and preserve artefacts.06 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland man jailed for 13 years over historical sexual abuse of six boysWilliam Easton, 80, was a minister of the Two by Twos, a secretive Christian sect. 06 Dec 03:19 AM
Northern AdvocateNZTA to seek first partner for Northland Expressway in the New YearThe first 4-lane extension would be the Warkworth to Te Hana SH1 section.05 Dec 08:27 PM
Northern Advocate'I'm living the dream': New homes offer hope for tenants with disabilitiesThe homes give people with disabilities secure housing, sometimes for the first time.05 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFake landlord with 180 convictions left young, pregnant couple homeless before ChristmasAfter losing $3600 to the rental scam, the couple had to live in emergency accommodation.05 Dec 06:46 AM
Northern AdvocatePest infestation at Onerahi could spread to offshore islandNorthland's Regional Council cracks down on aggressive, soil-poisoning weed05 Dec 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateEvicted from home: Whangārei campers face council's carpark crackdownThe council evicts campers: 'Two weeks before Christmas, we don't need this.'03 Dec 11:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Swap old lifejackets for new thanks to CoastguardThe latest news bites from around the region.03 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionHūhana Lyndon: Māori still waiting for a real health plan from Health MinisterOPINION: 'There is no strategy, there is no plan, and there is no clear direction'.03 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Excessive': Supermarket parking policy changes spark outrageWhangārei's Pak'nSave supermarket comes under fire for enforcing its parking rules.03 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's not safe': Hospital nurses strike over concerns of unsafe staffingMore than 200 nurses marched in Whangārei as part of the national strike on Tuesday.03 Dec 02:54 AM
Northern AdvocateStoat-busting duo find no sign of rogue visitor on predator-free island A stoat that swam to Matakohe-Limestone Island is believed to have gone again.02 Dec 10:47 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Whangārei Lotto player wins $17k in Second DivisionThe latest news bites from around the region.02 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKevin PageKevin Page: Caravan blunder makes us the talk of a small NZ townThankfully, Mrs P is an expert – all women are, apparently – and we manage.02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement noticeThe Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project. 02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It’s too late once pēpē are born': Urgent call for jabs as whooping cough cases riseNorth has low vaccination levels, more smoking, and housing insecurity.02 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate'The risk of explosion is high': Fake gasfitter put lives at riskJohn Arthur used fake ID to pose as a gasfitter for people with boats and motorhomes.02 Dec 06:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSecurity guard brings Christmas magic back to Whangārei's Strand'It fills my cup," Sharon Edwards says of children enjoying her Christmas decorations.01 Dec 04:00 PM
Northern Advocate‘It’s a priceless gift’: Whangārei man's life saved by selfless donationNolan Keith promises to look after his new heart, to honour those who donated it.29 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei A&P Show: A historic Caterpillar on displayThe show also features royal-themed events, competitions, and live entertainment.29 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett My to-do list nightmare: The tasks that won't go awayOPINION: I've learned to live with my to-do list and its nagging reminder of incompletion.29 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateUrination, vomiting and fighting: Violent behaviour sees police oppose venue's liquor licenceNew owners of The Butter Factory face liquor licence challenge amid safety issues.29 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCommunity group which helps up to 100 a day appeals for new homeThe Clothing Sheds and Aroha Gardens offers clothes and kai to up to 100 people a day.29 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateYoung couple left with 44c to pay mortgage after bank card fraudA young mum is warning anyone who finds a bank card to be careful how they advertise it.28 Nov 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAvocado growers hope Australian shortage will lift pricesLast season, bad weather in Aotearoa flooded the domestic market with lower quality fruit.28 Nov 09:44 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei District Council votes 7-6 against adding fluoride to water supplyFluoride Free group praises decision; Dental Association expresses disappointment.28 Nov 07:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateRegion's cocaine use linked to ideal smuggling conditionsNZ Drug Foundation warns of increased cocaine harm.28 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland teen Roller Derby players hand picked for world stageSix Northlanders aged between 14-18 have been selected to represent New Zealand. 28 Nov 02:31 AM
