Kerikeri teen refuses food to protest New Zealand inaction against war in Gaza
Wren Fisher, 17, is on a liquids-only hunger strike for Palestine.
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More socialisation between students and less distraction in class after phone ban, principals say
Schools had to ban phones in class from the start of this term - so how's it going?
A salute to our nannies, mums and aunties
Celebrating modern wāhinetanga/womanhood on Far North stage.
News in brief: Have your say on speed limits
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kevin Page: Spilling the beans on a brekkie bogan
OPINION: The fun began when he was trying to get some baked beans on to his plate.
News briefs from the Far North - Sleep help, representation review meeting and school reunion planned
News snippets from the Far North.
Kaitāia celebrating opening of new sports hub and town square
The big day will kick off at 5.30am when the town square officially opens.
News in brief: Surf lifesaving club’s plea to council
The latest news bites from around the region.
Kaipara waste-to-energy plant opponents: Spare us the sales pitch
Opponents say decision-makers needed to know about the incinerator’s risks.
Man dies after his vehicle crashed into trees in Far North
The car rolled on a gentle bend and hit trees.
Northland's Golden Bay wants to replace all coal in its cement making by 2030
Golden Bay has replaced more than half of its coal but wants to do more.
Our Treasures: Whangārei Museum celebrates 40 years
Look out for the museum’s celebrations later this year,
Carolyn Hansen: Lifestyle plays a big part in chronic disease risk
OPINION: Chronic lifestyle diseases are incurable, but they are also preventable.
Joe Bennett: Collectors of a feather could flock together
Opinion: I still don’t understand why the people in the auction room applauded.
Askoy II restored 30 years after being wrecked on a Northland beach
The boat was tossed onto the sand about 2km south of Baylys Beach in a huge storm.
Complex repair job on Mangamuka Gorge nears completion
After years of disruption, Far North's Mangamuka Gorge to reopen before Christmas.
Activities for all this long weekend in Northland
The Northern Advocate has compiled a list of things to do this long weekend.
Northland identity dies after lifetime supporting the country’s heritage
'Heather has left a wonderful legacy'.
One of largest protests for years in Whangārei for national protest hīkoi
National protest hīkoi draws thousand across Northland.
News briefs from the Far North - tree planting, protests today, four injured and new radio No1
News snippets from the Far North.
Waitangi Treaty Grounds hosts historic pōwhiri conducted entirely by wāhine
Leaders from Global Women gathered for the event.
John Williamson: Tests for our ability to drive are important
OPINION: The ability and capability to drive are precious factors in our lives.
Musical chairs - Northland council told to sort ‘dysfunctionality’ as chairman survives coup
Game of Chairs: MP Jones said the ongoing ructions had been damaging for NRC.
Have your say on Far North District Council representation review
Far North representation review questions answered at public meetings
Teens allegedly driving stolen vehicle crash after failing to stop for Far North police
'All four occupants were still inside the vehicle and medical assessment was sought.'
Racing industry in Northland in good health as new report finds it brings in $16.4m annually
New report sheds light on value of Northland's racing industry
Four-lane highway, social housing, key Budget hopes for Northland leaders
Business prosperity and child wellbeing are key factors in Northland ahead of the Budget.
News in brief: Dobbie Track closed for next two weeks; baby milk bank almost ready
The latest news bites from around the region.
'Crazy': Residents question speed reduction on main road
The speed limit on Kerikeri's main road will soon be slashed from 80km/h to 50km/h.
ReSport Charitable Trust celebrates first birthday
ReSport Charitable Trust celebrates one year with collection drive.
News briefs from the Far North - animal day out, more Lotto luck and Ngāpuhi hapū meet
News snippets from the Far North
Far North District Council calls for Gaza ceasefire and opposes Māori ward disestablishment
Around 60 members of the public turned out to support the motion tabled by the mayor.
News in brief: Public wants disability funding reinstated; Family Fun Day at Donna Doolittle’s Animal Rescue
The latest news bites from around the region.
Charity delighted with Far North woodchoppers' $400k of donations
Far North woodchopping team have helped the Fred Hollows Foundation for years.