Northland news
Māori leader calls for Kaipara mayor’s resignation over Māori ward move
Dame Naida Glavish says push to scrap Māori ward is unacceptable.
Nature-loving family design home nestled among native forest
Architect Brett Hulley designed his home with their lifestyle in mind.
Kerikeri chef's Double Cheeseburger pie wows judges at pie awards
Three Northland bakers have been recognised as some of the country's best pie makers
‘I apologise to patients every day’: Northlanders suffer as health crisis takes hold
Patients are being misdiagnosed, face hours of travel for treatment or can't see a GP.
Jane Mander Village resident recalls Olympics of the past
Families were proudly cheering them on back home.
'Little old Whangārei' dancers to battle it out at World Hip-hop Champs
It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many of the 27 talented dancers.
Editor's Picks
New highway route welcome – but what will it mean for Northlanders?
Another day, another Brynderwyns announcement – will this one come through for Northland?
Country's top GP award for Hokianga doctor Mark Lankshear
Hokiang Health's Mark Lankshear earns country's top GP award
Growing mistrust in law enforcement amidst long police wait times in Northland
Public losing confidence in police after long wait times spanning more than an hour.
Kevin Page: A walk in fresh air ends in tears
OPINION: 'There was an almighty, thunderous roar.'
Mindful eating: The art of presence while you eat
OPINION: Cooking at home is a family bonding experience.
Joe Bennett: Rooting for the underdog in an Olympic sport that “feigns death”
Joe Bennett on watching the final of the women’s 10-metre air rifle competition
News briefs from the Far North - Fuel study in pipeline, ute seized after death
News snippets from the Far North.
'We trusted you:' Woman stole from Rebel Sport and friend who gave her a job
Skye Renes got rid of some stolen items after being tipped off by police connections.
Kevin Page: A walk in fresh air ends in tears
OPINION: 'There was an almighty, thunderous roar.'
'It's like she just disappeared': Family of Jo Sione-Lauaki say police suspect foul play
Police have asked for sightings of a Mitsubishi Outlander near Omamari Beach.
Northland family have nightmares after Noel Leeming armed robbery
A man has described the terror of having a gun fired over his head.
Police investigating unexplained death in Ruakākā
Ruakākā body the second unexplained death in Northland in days.
'Smash a highway through it': Northland residents want voices heard on Brynderwyns bypass
Northlanders fear NZTA routes bypassing the Brynderwyns will cut through their community.
Police say death in Ruakākā is not being treated as suspicious
It appeared to be the result of a medical event, police say
Māori leader calls for Kaipara mayor’s resignation over Māori ward move
Dame Naida Glavish says push to scrap Māori ward is unacceptable.
Nature-loving family design home nestled among native forest
Architect Brett Hulley designed his home with their lifestyle in mind.
Rural news
‘Forest Maker’ calls on Kiwi farmers to plant more trees: ‘You will gain so much’
'Instead of impacting your wallet, in the long run it's going to end up benefiting you.'
NZ opts out of joint standard on infant formula
'We will now implement a New Zealand standard over the next five years.'
The Country: Andrew Hoggard on NZ's infant formula standard
Andrew Hoggard, Kate Acland, Doug Avery, Shane McManaway, Todd Clark.
Couple say goodbye to Te Puke Truffles
When they planted their trees, they’d never even tried a truffle.
Red Sea turmoil impacts Kiwi shipping, Maersk warns of supply chain delays
Tauranga and Auckland ports experience knock-on effects of Red Sea tension.
NZ's only organic chicken farm sold to Inghams
Ben and George Bostock will remain involved in the business.
OneRoof property news
Don't get sucked in by 5.99% rates - fixing for longer 'foolish', warn experts
Brokers advise borrowers to hold out for cheaper rates.
Revealed: Where Kiwis have the best chance of buying a house for less than $500,000
The numbers show the hotspots for affordable homes.
Miner's surprising igloo home in NZ's cheapest town has $390,000 price tag
Jack Ewen's unusual-looking property is built to keep heat in and costs down.
Latest local property listings
Car news & advice
Supercars of the Decades, 1960s: Lamborghini Miura
If any supercar truly sums up the 1960s, it is the Lamborghini Miura.
BMW NZ adds X5 xDrive30d to Sport Collection lineup
New edition adds bigger wheels, extra kit and more style.
One-off Porsche 911 GT3 RS pays tribute to Swiss racer Jo Siffert
Porsche has unveiled a one-off tribute to one of its legendary racing drivers.
Savvy Magazine
Consistency pays off for Whangārei Silver Ferns star representing NZ in World Cup
Gordon was blown away to get the call saying she’d made the squad.
'They are just boys that want to cook ' High school turns out top chef men
"It's definitely a sign of the times that things are changing."
Wedding day chopper crash survivor: 'I knew my back was broken, there was screaming'
Rachel Jordan always knew something bad would happen when she was about 40
Video
Cruise ship Regatta docks at North Port, Marsden Point Whangarei
Cruise ship Regatta docks at North Port, Marsden Point Whangarei. Video / The Northern Advocate
Operation Flotation
Northlander Pat Millar took it upon herself to put flotation devices at beaches nationwide after Wairongoa ‘Magoo’ Renata drowned at a Far North beach Video / Michael Cunningham
Friday’s weigh in for Wahine Toa II
The double female world boxing bout event being held in Whangārei on Saturday night, December 2. Video / Northern Advocate
More Northland news
Cause of 'zombie fish' snapper illness still unknown
Tests are now being run in sick snapper for high levels of aluminium.
'There's more choice': Barrier Air begins flights between Kerikeri and Auckland
Barrier Air kicked off flights between Kerikeri and Auckland on Sunday.
Watch: Luxon announces overhaul of Education Review Office to lift achievement
More than 200 people also gathered on Parliament's lawns today to protest s7AA repeal.
Kaitāia water tank scheme for Te HIku homes looking for new apprentices after 100th tank installed
100th water tank installed at Te HIku home by Far North initiative.
Far North teen allegedly used red and blue lights to stop women motorists
Teen arrested for impersonating police by using red and blue flashing lights.
Police appeal for sightings of Dargaville mum's car amid death investigation
A black Mitsubishi Outlander found in the car park at Omamari Beach is now the focus.
'A nightmare': Vacancies leave schools scrambling to fill roles
Principals say it's due to a lack of support from Government for the sector
News in brief: A closer look at Northland news
The latest news bites from around the region.
Vince Cocurullo: Protecting and developing our infrastructure
OPINION: When wastewater systems are not operating as designed, we can face problems.
'Distressing': Staff member assaulted in armed robbery
Paramedics checked the staff member at the scene, who was not seriously injured.
Family still in dark over mum's mystery death
Grieving whānau expect 600 people for Dargaville mum Jo Sione-Lauaki's tangi.