Northern AdvocateWhangārei contractor's 20-year fight with council to continue with appealA Whangārei contractor's 20-year legal battle with the council is set to continue.05 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocatePolice speaking with two 'people of interest' after unexplained 2015 death of Alestra Kepa-HatiThe four-year-old died in 2015 - police revealed this week they are investigating.05 Jul 01:40 AM
Northern AdvocateCold North - region suffers chilliest day of year - so farChilly winter morning for Northland is 6C below norm04 Jul 11:48 PM
Northern AdvocateŌpua community members and iwi oppose housing developmentNew Ōpua housing plan reduces the number of homes, leaves hilltop views04 Jul 10:01 PM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei Mayor: Government’s housing push a 'logical approach'The council will be asking people for their feedback on a new future development strategy.04 Jul 08:36 PM
Northern Advocate'Waste of ratepayer money': Council 'seeking advice' after forging ahead with speed limit reductionsFar North District Council reduced speeds on 300 roads. Now it might have to reverse them.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland businesses feeling the pinch offered workshops, mentoringASB economists warn about Northland’s outlook but help is on hand for businesses.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Who’s he remorseful to? Himself?': Boss didn't pay staff Kiwisaver, super, loan deducationsWilliam Eskdale admitted 28 charges totalling more than $150K of unpaid taxes.04 Jul 05:30 AM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North - 42 tsunami sirens, seal silly season and food securityNews snippets from the Far North04 Jul 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateFour-time blood cancer survivor Frankie's family vital to her survivalIt's a cause close to their heart as their daughter beat cancer for the fourth time.04 Jul 04:00 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangārei dips below 4 degrees in icy start to the dayWinter is well and truly here in Northland after a frosty morning03 Jul 11:23 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice investigating unexplained death of young child from nine years agoKaikohe police are investigating a 9 year old historical child death.03 Jul 10:11 PM
Northern AdvocateGovt unveils plans to 'flood' cities with more housingSize and balcony requirements will be gone as part of sweeping changes announced today.03 Jul 09:56 PM
Northern AdvocateDiscrimination impedes access to breast cancer services, Northland surgeon saysDr Maxine Ronald is the world’s only wahine Māori consultant breast cancer surgeon.03 Jul 05:30 PM
Northern AdvocateAnzac Day is muse for Far North mouth painter Kevin Griffiths'I’ve always loved poppies because of the association with Anzac Day.'03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateGot New Year plans? First Northern Bass lineup droppedWet and muddy weather last time hasn't dampened future plans03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNew 155 Whare Āwhina hub to centralise organisation's support services155 Whare Āwhina will centralise support services at new location.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateControversial subdivision signed off - but homeowners won't be allowed cats or dogs119 homes will be built on a sprawling piece of land within a kiwi habitat.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateToo much! It's raining wild cats and kittens in Far North pensioner's garden50 wild cats too much for Far North pensioner in council flat03 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNotorious meth dealer: 'I wanted to be a dealer with a heart'Serenity Grace Tebbutt was visibly shocked as she was jailed for supply drugs.03 Jul 08:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMore opportunities to succeed or privatisation? Charter schools debate ramps up$153m was put aside in the Budget for their re-establishment with some opening in 2025.03 Jul 01:00 AM
Northern AdvocateKaitāia College’s seniors forage in ancient garden at their ball160 students enjoy Kaitāia College's Senior Ball03 Jul 12:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Go red for Red Nose Day, coastal towns to get tsunami sirensThe latest news bites from around the region.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHūhana Lyndon: By giving Māori the voice we were promised, there is hope for the future we all deserveOpinion: Here, in the Far North, support for Māori wards has been strong.02 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateBuilders want government help to smooth troughs of construction industryWhile consents are down 29%, more trained builders will be needed soon in Northland.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTe Hiku Community Board grants more than $85k for projectsThe funding includes $20k for sports hub pool equipment.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern Advocate'Hearty little buggers': Kākāriki chicks flourishingGlenbervie man counting Kakariki chicks in Garden Bird survey.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateShopper cheesed off with food authority's verdict on bugsAuthority says lax poor food safety not to blame for bugs found in supermarket cheese.02 Jul 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateSkipper fined $131k for Russell ferry crash that paralysed captain'The message for other skippers is, it is your responsibility to stay alert.'02 Jul 04:01 AM
Northern AdvocateNew research points to likely cause of 'milky fish'Anglers report hooking snapper that appear to be malnourished, with mushy, white flesh.01 Jul 11:32 PM
Northern AdvocateNews in brief: Puanga on a Plate competition winners announcedThe latest news bites from around the region.01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews briefs from the Far North: 45 new citizens; infrastructure funding available; and firearm dischargedNews snippets from the Far North01 Jul 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateHeroes, bigots, football and rugby - Chase star Shaun Wallace ahead of his Kerikeri showThe Dark Destroyer might even come face-to-face with the Egg Cups.01 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateEarth completed another circuit, and it was time for Kevin Page to get new glassesOpinion: Kevin Page on his deteriorating eyesight01 Jul 05:00 PM
