PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateDefence Force training for teens in Far NorthA weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.11 Nov 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateSecurity to increase at tourist hotspot ahead of summer crowdsHighest risk relates to staff working alone, at night, with unreliable communications.10 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWheels rolling for Northland police on new e-bike patrolsA three-month trial of e-bike police patrols has been launched in Northland.10 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKamo High School student awarded AUT scholarship to study culinary artsRaivyn-Skye Tangariki-Pou has been in the kitchen from a very young age.10 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDehydrated kiwi chick rescued from Northland paddock now thrivingBruce will be released back into the area once his weight reaches 400g.10 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateŌpua headland occupier prepared to stay 'forever'The headland has been sold and is due to be developed with up to 17 houses.10 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateED at capacity: When should you go to hospital?Find out when you should go to ED and when you shouldn't.10 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePhotos: Te Tai Tokerau primary/intermediate kapa haka regionalsPhotos from the Maranga Mai E Te Iwi Mana Kuratahi Regional Kapa Haka Competition.10 Nov 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateNorthland lakes in world-first microplastics studyMicroplastics are known to harm marine life - but no one knows how much is in our lakes.10 Nov 02:00 AM
Northern AdvocateMarine creatures susceptible to warm weather will be affectedMarine biologists warn of depleting sea organisms as sea temperatures in Northland rise09 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateVolunteer Northland firefighter's tools taken after vehicle raid while he helped the communityVolunteer Northland firefighter vehicle raided while helping Hikurangi community.09 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateDelight as large policing district to get two fulltime copsHikurangi policing area to receive two full-time permanently based officers by Christmas.09 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateFar North shooting isn't random violence, Northland police sayFar North shooting isn't a random act of violence, says Northland Police09 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice pursue young driver clocking dangerous speeds in HikurangiPolice pursue young woman driving at dangerous speeds in Hikurangi during school drop off.09 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateAnxious wait for US election results for Whangārei AmericansLocal Americans see hope for their country after Joe Biden wins the presidency.09 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateNorthlanders join second strike over pay parityA third 24-hour strike has been planned for November 23.09 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTāne Mahuta to close for several days for repairs to boardwalkWork around Tāne Mahuta to help protect against Kauri Dieback09 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateThe Luke Bird Experience returnsLuke Bird said punters can expect a show full of glam, fun, songs to get you amped.09 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNDHB stays mute on cyber security despite rising attacksWhen asked by the Northern Advocate to elaborate, the DHB would not comment publicly.08 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocatePolice in 'heightened state of awareness' following latest Far North shootingPolice are gearing up for more trouble following a drive-by shooting in the Far North.08 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern Advocate'Irreplaceable' teacher bows out after 58-year careerMargaret Lange's career has spanned 58 years, the last 30 at Ōpua Primary School.08 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNo hot water as Paihia sea scouts hit by thievesBoltcutters used to steal cylinders; scouts left with no hot water or camp cooking gas.08 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTesting starts at Northland's newest power stationBudget, timing hut by Covid but Ngāwhā still due to start supplying power by Christmas.08 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateWhāngarei's Bradley Cunningham hangs up his firefighter's hat almost 50 years laterWhangārei fire service senior station officer Bradley Cunningham retiring after 46 years.08 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateJohn Bain calls on former NRC colleagues to resign over Māori seatsThe long-serving former councillor is urging cohesive action over the contentious issue.08 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateTaniwha fall to Auckland in the Mitre 10 CupNorthland's 19-year winless run at Eden Park continues.08 Nov 05:00 AM
Northern AdvocateBotched lineout scuppers Northland's hopesNorthland go down fighting at Eden Park.07 Nov 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateSea of red: Labour takes Whangārei, Northland, Te Tai Tokerau seats for first timeRed-letter day as Labour holds all electorate seats in Northland for the first time.06 Nov 05:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNorthland's Swamp Palace may have had final showSurvey on future of Oruru's Swamp Palace gets fewer than 200 responses so far.06 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateSad story prompts mum to offer her eggsWhangārei mother doesn't think twice about offering her eggs to client.06 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNorthern AdvocateŌhaeawai locals demand a say on planned storage damIf it goes ahead as planned the lake will cover 30ha and store 1.4m cubic metres of water.06 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMost Northpower customers to get $220.80 electricity discount60,000 Northpower customers to share $10.2 million payout.06 Nov 04:00 PM
Northern AdvocateNews snippets from NorthlandShearing back at A&P show after 30 years; and kapa haka competition.06 Nov 04:00 PM
