On The Up: Long‑serving Whangārei hockey mentor Warren Litchfield wins School Sport NZ award
“He’s been the foundation on which so many teams and players have been built.” “What makes this nomination…
Whangārei fire contained after smoke pours through Cameron St sushi shop
Kitchen crew were getting ready for a busy Labour Day Monday lunchtime, she said. She did not believe…
Northland group seeks judicial review of Northport expansion appeal
Both say they remain committed to protecting cultural and environmental values. Te Pouwhenua chairman Pari Walker said the…
On The Up: Success in 48Hours competition driving Whangārei film industry
The film won two awards for its division: best script for the writing by McNeill and Michael Botur,…
Police investigate death in Whangārei CBD as Bank St remains closed
The Rose St bus terminal is closed. Photo / Denise Piper Other businesses closer to the city centre…
Police investigate death in Whangārei CBD as Bank St remains closed
Other businesses closer to the city centre are opening, business as usual. While Bernina Northland Sewing Centre co-owner…
Police name driver killed in Whangārei crash as critical investigation continues
Police have not responded to the Northern Advocate’s attempt to clarify what that means as earlier media reporting…
Fire crews tackle Whangārei Hospital carpark blaze
Whangārei Hospital is still open. Smoke can be seen over Whangārei Hospital. Photo / NZME Walkways and some…
Local body elections 2025: Ken Couper elected Whangārei Mayor, defeating Vince Cocurullo
Couper has been elected as Whangārei District Council mayor after first being elected to represent the Bream Bay…
Prominent Northland leader admits assaulting two women in Whangārei
The case was transferred to Kaikohe District Court, at the request of the leader. Judge Greg Davis asked…
Aitua Puriri sentenced for the manslaughter of his Whangārei nephew, Reign Puriri
At the High Court in Whangārei yesterday, there was a heavy presence of police and security officers as…
Investigation into crash death of motorist in Whangārei
“Officers immediately rendered first aid; however, despite their best efforts, the driver, and sole occupant of the car,…