Northland AgeAthletics begin in balmy conditionsThe Kaitaia Athletic Club officially began for the summer season in balmy conditions on Tuesday night which had some suggesting summer was well on its way.15 Oct 08:30 PM
Northland AgeA scuba diving invasionOrganisers of the Russell to Paihia Snorkel Scuba Race last month noted the event was not only one of the best in recent memory but it also raised $3900.15 Oct 08:25 PM
Northland AgeInspiration born of adversityTony Makiha has had more than his share of health issues over recent years, and is not yet entirely out of the woods, but that hasn't slowed him down.15 Oct 08:20 PM
Northland AgeEbola nurse is not contagiousNorthlanders have been reassured that a Northland nurse and midwife who has returned from volunteering to care for Ebola victims in Sierra Leone is not contagious.15 Oct 08:16 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Thursday October 16, 2014It's certainly good to read of the co-operation at the Mayoral Forum between our Northland councils as described by Mayor John Carter in his Northland Age column.15 Oct 08:03 PM
Northland AgeIs time up for the clock?The future of Kaitaia's town clock will be one of the subjects on the agenda at a public meeting called by Te Hiku Community Board next week.15 Oct 07:48 PM
Northland AgeFree doctors' visits come early to NorthNorthland MP Mike Sabin has joined Health Minister Jonathan Coleman in applauding Northland's decision to fund free doctors' visits and prescriptions for children up to 13 years.15 Oct 07:42 PM
Northland AgeRally novices impress and surviveHe's the captain of both the Kaitaia rugby and senior cricket teams, and also cuts a mean deck in bridge by all accounts.13 Oct 08:28 PM
Northland AgeFitness buffs get their kicksA new type of exercise class has opened up in Doubtless Bay and has local residents kicking up their heels (or more aptly, their bare feet).13 Oct 08:19 PM
Northland AgeA home away from homeGeneral manager Jackie Simkins, her staff and the Claud Switzer Memorial Trust spare no effort to provide the homeliest environment possible for those who live at Kaitaia rest home.13 Oct 08:07 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Tuesday October 14, 2014I support Klaus Kurz' comments (Cats too slow, Northern Advocate September 26).13 Oct 08:01 PM
Northland AgeEditorial Tuesday October 14, 2014WHATEVER the benefits of the so-called social media might turn out to be, it is doubtful that they will outweigh the negatives.13 Oct 07:52 PM
Northland Age'Stupid rules' are the housing problemA Far North District councillor has hit back at claims by Finance Minister Bill English that councils are to blame for soaring house costs, and thereby contributing to poverty.13 Oct 07:46 PM
Northland AgeMore success for WaitapuIt might be one of the smallest wineries in the North, but what Sandra and Eric Shackleton's Waitapu Estate lacks in size it makes up for with quality.13 Oct 07:40 PM
Northland AgeOpening wide for Defence ForceThe dental health of more than 300 Far North residents who hold a community service card is in for a boost this week and next, thanks to a New Zealand Defence Force training exercise.13 Oct 07:35 PM
Northland AgeIsuzu MU-XThere would be few motoring brands in the Southern Hemisphere as instantly recognizable as Isuzu.08 Oct 11:05 PM
Northland Age"O wad some power the gifte gie us, to see oursels as ithers see us".To be greeted traditionally on the Waitangi Treaty Grounds in the company of overseas guests is to literally see ourselves through the eyes of others.08 Oct 10:55 PM
Northland AgeA productive communityA newly established community garden aims to revive the lost art of growing healthy food while helping people in need.08 Oct 10:39 PM
Northland AgeThe heart of the communityIt's been said the health of a community can be measured in the arts. That being so, Kerikeri's heart is beating well.08 Oct 10:29 PM
Northland AgeTuke up for world sailor of yearKerikeri sailor Blair Tuke, along with fellow Kiwi Peter Burling, are among the finalists for 2014 ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year.08 Oct 08:51 PM
Northland AgeOriginal NZ Olympian celebratedKaitaia resident Gwenyth Cossey always knew her grandfather, Michael Victor Lindberg, had been involved in swimming sports but had no idea to what degree until earlier this year.08 Oct 08:46 PM
Northland AgeFestival brings out best in cultural performersNorthland College hosted this year's Kaikohe and Districts Cultural Festival, 13 groups and schools taking their turn to perform before a large and appreciative audience of supporters.08 Oct 08:40 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Thursday October 9, 2014Kaitaia's (and the Real Far North's) town clock should be restored immediately!08 Oct 08:37 PM
Northland AgeDiet, passion and hard work for a long lifeKaitaia man Owen Farnham gives much of the credit for his longevity to a healthy diet, but he might have added the ingredients of hard work, love of family and passion.08 Oct 08:32 PM
Northland AgeFar North Citizens awards timeNominations are now open for the 2013-14 Far North Citizen Awards, which will once again recognise ordinary people who do extraordinary things in their communities.08 Oct 08:29 PM
Northland AgeFarewell to a 'real bloke's bloke'Dennis Earl Bowman was many things, but those who spoke at his funeral yesterday all acknowledged the qualities that they agreed had made him special.08 Oct 08:15 PM
Northland AgeSaving seedsWhen our beautiful old silk tree was euthanased our beautiful old I gathered up several seed pods in the hope of growing new silk trees.08 Oct 08:03 PM
Northland AgePeople power paves the way for PaihiaA Paihia community group is winning national recognition for transforming the town into a prettier, more pedestrian-friendly place.08 Oct 02:14 AM
Northland AgeTaari back in unbeatable formThe Kaitaia Powerlifting team, representing Northland, took part in the 2014 national bench press titles in Auckland on Saturday September 27 and came back victorious.07 Oct 09:16 PM
Northland AgeDoak trio win nationals spotThe Far North RSA Bowling Club held the RSA Nationals Elimination Triples over the weekend, with the winner set to represent the Far North RSA at the nationals.06 Oct 08:44 PM
Northland AgeCricketers get season into swingFar North senior men's cricket got the new season under way last weekend, with wins for Kaikohe and Kaitaia.06 Oct 08:38 PM
Northland AgeKaitaia Lodges' last hurrahTime finally caught up with Kaitaia's Koa Rebekah and Northern Star International Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) Lodges earlier this year.06 Oct 08:32 PM
Northland AgeLetter to the Editor Tuesday October 7, 2014So someone has finally had the guts to publicly state the obvious, but not our politicians, nor mayors, or councillors or business groups, but an outsider looking in.06 Oct 08:23 PM
Northland AgeEditorial Tuesday October 7, 2014This year's crime statistics, for Northland at least, have a ring of truth about them.06 Oct 08:19 PM
