Comment: Shutting out the bad stuff is not an option
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Latest fromFar North District
'There have been no sightings of him at all': Search for missing Whangārei man continues
Kukama Waa has been missing for seven days after visiting family in Pipiwai for Christmas.
Far North forestry workers discover human skeleton in Kaitaia forest
Police are working to try to identify the person found but it's believed they are male.
'It could've been a hell of a lot worse': Ruakākā couple fortunate not to lose home to garage fire
When firefighters arrived the neighbourhood was out fighting the blaze with garden hoses.
Paparoa Store owner frightened by ram-raid all for the sake of stamps, chocolate, and vapes
A group of five youths used a stolen car to smash into the iconic Paparoa Store on Tuesday
Kevin Page: So far not so good with the New Year's resolutions
Not even two weeks into 2022 and Kevin Page has had enough of his New Year resolutions.
Health provider building 60 affordable rentals for Kaikohe families struggling to save for a home
Three major building projects, including 42 affordable homes, are reshaping upper Broadway
Whananāki residents unhappy with visitors leaving rubbish behind
Whananāki community people who are reliant on bins find visitors abuse the facility.
Northlanders in modern-day 'pipi shuffle'
Northlanders share their tips on how to purge shellfish of annoying grit
Families enjoying annual camping holiday at Treasure Island
Aucklanders love our camping.
News in brief: Man still missing, new forecasting tool coming
Powerball and Strike rolled over.
'Our safety is at stake': Russell up in arms over relocation of town's sole constable
Police say historic Russell residence is deteriorating and too expensive to maintain.
Dog believed to behind kiwi death in Northland park
Wandering dogs are attacking kiwi in Northland's Trounson Park.
Carolyn Hansen: What are the things that affect our motivation?
Being aware of the dangers of a lack of exercise does not seem to be enough motivation.
Conservation group urges Govt to invest in firefighting aircraft
Water bombers come with a hefty price tag but could stop wildfires in their early stages.
Northland one of 3 regions yet to hit 90% Covid vaccination rate
Northland still lagging behind rest of country as region remains under red light.
Joe Bennett: Boggling about the Big Bang
Then came the Big Bang and time and place began.
Watch: Bright lights appear in Northland night sky
Starlink has launched several chains of up to 60 satellites in recent years.
News snippets from Northland
News in brief from Northland - bush search for missing man, rock band's tour and more.
Waipū's old National Bank of NZ building gets new life
New future for historic National Bank of New Zealand in Waipū
Sea Eagle II's quiet return to the harbour causes stir
Sea Eagle II a welcome sight from tops of mountains, aircraft and the harbour.
Popular beach dig, sandcastle contest returns to Paihia
Free family events on Paihia beach will test creativity and entertain the kids.
Is this our hottest summer ever? Temps soar as workers feel the heat
Construction workers and roofers get hammered by high humidity in Northland.
Aggravated robberies: 'It is a vicious cycle, dairy owners suffer all loss'
Here's why Northland dairy owners are hesitant to speak against aggravated robberies.
Backpackers hostel reinvented for Covid era's 'new reality'
Pandemic, demise of YHA NZ forces Paihia hostel to find new ways of doing business.
Northland man missing since Wednesday morning sparks search
Police and search and rescue teams comb bush area near Pipiwai for Kukama Waa.
'Our hearts are shattered': Teen who died in Far North holiday crash remembered
"Cool, kind-hearted" teen with a "confident bubbly personality" was farewelled on Sunday.
Comment: Roads not the only spoke in biker safety plan
There are five key priority areas that need to be addressed
More Northlanders eligible for booster shot after new regulations kick in
New regulations around the roll out of boosters came into place yesterday.
Photos of the year: Advocate photographer's picks of the year
2021 was an interesting year.
Three power poles damaged in three hours - car crashes cut power
Northpower crews fix outages at McLeod Bay, Glenbervie and Waipū.