Northern AdvocateTe Aupōuri kaitiaki group honoured for outstanding Northland conservationThe group planted more than 120,000 native plants and installed 16km of fencing.30 Jun 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSabbatical leave crucial for setting up rural mobile clinic in Far NorthMore than half of the clinic's Kawakawa patients had been waiting more than 10 months.30 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFar North council ordered to pay ex-CEO $210k in disputeThe council must pay over $210,000 to former chief executive Blair King.29 Jun 10:43 PM
OpinionVince Cocurullo: What have we achieved in three years?The Government approved the four-lane Northland Expressway after prolonged advocacy.29 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland firefighters face struggles with ageing fleet and delaysFirefighters worry their ageing engine may impact response times.29 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's security': Push for KiwiSaver access to aid young farmersFederated Farmers launched a petition to change KiwiSaver rules urgently.27 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJonny WilkinsonJonny Wilkinson: Innovative trial seeks to fill respite care gap in NorthlandThe Tai Tokerau survey showed a severe shortage of respite options in Northland.27 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMan celebrating prison release got into gang-fuelled bar brawl, landing him back in jailThe fight involved multiple people and four victims, including one who was stabbed.27 Jun 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateName suppression lifted for man accused of murdering Far North localGeorge Raharaha, 73, is accused of murdering Daniel Hepehi in Hōreke.27 Jun 02:40 AM
Northern Advocate'It's time to pass the baton': Chorus marks 30 years with leadership changeThey’ve performed barbershop and modern a cappella since 1992.27 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSon of prominent Māori activist jailed over historic child sex abuseHis accuser said the abuse occurred in Avondale and Whangārei.26 Jun 11:34 PM
Northern AdvocateActive front brings strong winds, downpours to NorthlandMetService has placed a severe thunderstorm watch on Northland until 11am. 26 Jun 09:46 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland teen wins $25,000 education scholarship Aston Plunkett received seven As in her exams and topped NZ in Geography.26 Jun 06:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland stakeholders cautious on urgent RMA reformsNorthland stakeholders show cautious support for RMA changes but want deeper reform.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Kaipara champions honoured, severe thunderstorms, Lotto winnersThe latest news bites from around the region.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'It's selfish': Drugged driver chased by up to 20 police cars blasted for 'dumb' drivingBlake Herbert was on bail for a kidnapping when he drove high on meth and evaded police.26 Jun 08:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice officer to be charged after pursuit crash that killed teenThe family of Whangārei teen Angel Riley say their hunt for justice is just beginning. 26 Jun 12:31 AM
Northern Advocate'Absolutely unreal': Dive trip inspires young conservationistsThe trip to one of the world's best dive spots rewarded the passion of nine Northlanders.26 Jun 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateRising concerns: Northland's alleged homicide rate surpasses 2024 total As of May 1, Northland had the highest number of alleged homicides out of each district. 25 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDeveloper to pay $50k over sacred land battle, hapū still shortThe legal battle cost Ngāti Kahu o Torongare about $120,000, not counting volunteer time.25 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Northland Regional Council approves rates rise, lower than forecastThe latest news bites from around the region.25 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn WilliamsonJohn Williamson: The responsibility of grandparents in child car safetyGrandparents may struggle with car seat installations, but kids are safer with them.25 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealedFormer principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.25 Jun 07:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMan pleads not guilty to charges in death of Bay of Islands nurseA 59-year-old is charged with careless driving, causing the death of Mandy Rita Mackenzie.25 Jun 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland woman's plan to tackle boy racer culture gains tractionRen Haskell is leading a grassroots initiative to tackle burnout culture in Northland.25 Jun 03:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland’s council water shake-up: Big changes, bigger bills ahead?About 130,000 water connections in Northland will be affected by new plans.25 Jun 01:52 AM
Northern AdvocateStudent-led art project challenges stigma around mental illnessCerise Tana, who is studying social work, says the art is a form of activism.25 Jun 01:24 AM
Northern AdvocateDoctors blame Health NZ cuts for colonoscopy delays, cancer risksWait times for colonoscopies in Northland have increased significantly.24 Jun 10:36 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North couple lose home, pets in devastating fireOwners Susie and Kevin Wheller have been left with nothing but the clothes on their back. 24 Jun 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePerson airlifted to hospital after alleged assault near Far North wharfOne person has been taken into custody after the alleged assault.24 Jun 04:16 AM
Northern Advocate'I know it’s wrong': Woman stole expensive perfumes for dealers in exchange for drugsChardella Whiu targeted stores like Farmers and Chemist Warehouse for luxury items.24 Jun 03:02 AM
Northern Advocate'Don't want to go home crying': Nurses strike over pay, staffing issuesUnion says private health plans will drain staff from already-stretched public hospitals.24 Jun 01:25 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice suspect foul play in seven-year mystery of missing womanPolice now believe Leonie was likely a victim of foul play, urging public help.23 Jun 08:16 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Ocean swimmers brave chilly race, nurses' strike at Whangārei HospitalThe latest news bites from around the region.23 Jun 05:00 PM
