Back to school: Fewer Northland families homeschooling, principal believes affordability to blame
As of 2023, 10,817 children were home-educated - about 1.2 per cent of all enrolled kids.
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Holidaymaker horrified after child seen hanging on to moving car at beach
A child was seen standing on the vehicle's running board, hanging on to the window.
Class one meth dealer was 'ready, willing and able to sell to anyone'
The woman, pregnant with her seventh child, was involved in the heart of a meth operation.
Centenarian and world’s oldest park-runner celebrates 100-year birthday with 5km loop
Colin Thorne knocked off the major milestone to celebrate turning 100.
How a youngster is calling on politicians for safer weed-spraying on school grounds
Not only did Henry Bedell present to council, he also wrote to the Minister of Health.
Northland mum of two fundraises for last-chance cancer drug
Northlander Cherie Coker will do anything to spend more time with her young children.
The car most stolen in Northland revealed
Data shows that vehicle thefts peak between 10pm and 5am.
Concerns SH1 Brynderwyn Hills closure will see safety compromised
Roadworks are being done on detours, but not everyone believes they'll be up to scratch.
SH1 Brynderwyns closure gives time to prepare - Whangārei Mayor
OPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.
Derelict scout den in Onerahi goes down in flames
Residents say Onerahi Scout Den sat derelict for years ahead of fire.
Chromebooks, shoes, uniforms and stationery - the overwhelming list returns
Between stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.
Looking for Treasure: How a popular Pātaua campsite became a sought-after gem
As Treasure Island's owner looks to move on, a new book captures the vast memories.
Northland movement inspires rescue equipment on beaches across country
The move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.
Keeping it interesting: Northlanders' dining habits revealed in new report
Northlanders are demanding more from their dining experiences according to a new report.
'Mum would've loved that': Calls to restore and protect Dame Whina Cooper's former home
Cooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.
Northland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekends
Holidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.
'Anxious, worried and fearful': Residents open up about Kāinga Ora developments
Kāinga Ora says it has high standards for its new homes, which will benefit tenants.
What the?! Discovery of unusual snake-like animal mystifies dogwalkers
'The way it was lying made it look like a snake. Neither of us wanted to get too close...'
Fans proving popular as sales spike amid humid weather
Bad news - muggy overnight temperatures will continue until Sunday.
Safety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after death
Pole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.
SH1 blocked by two-car crash at Topuni
The crash between Auckland and Whangārei occurred at midday on Thursday.
Dedicated volunteer's last act helps family devastated by fire
A house-lot of goods has been donated in honour of Eric Bettridge.
'She was purple': Teenagers happy to help rescue diver at Pātaua
A young couple were among those who helped rescue diver Potoz Morunga Rudolph.
'I'm not doing well with this': Pet rabbit killed in Poroti fire
The garage fire destroyed all the family's goods, which were packed up ready for a move.
Quick action by the public helps foil burglary at sports shop
After calls from witnesses, police arrived on the scene only seconds later.
$6.6m for Far North iwi Ngāti Kuri for vital environmental work
Ngāti Kuri gets $6.6 million for land restoration and save taonga species
Homeless trespassed from downtown Whangārei streets
A homeless man says he is prevented from accessing the city's only day shelter.
'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller
'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the 'terrible tragedy''
Judge rebukes violent man: What kind of message are you sending to your daughter?
'What would you say if she came home with a black eye?'
Residents start petition to halt Kāinga Ora project in Whangārei
Residents in Kensington are hoping to halt all Kāinga Ora's projects in the area.
'I don't want to die': Woman recalls water rescue at Pātaua
Potoz Morunga Rudolph cried when she realised how close she came to not making it home.
Person dies in Whangārei workplace incident, initially reported as truck crash
WorkSafe has been advised of the incident.
'We can't get them': Northland shops and markets struggle to source apples
Can't find any apples at your local shop? The Advocate reveals why.