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Editorial: Now build it and watch Northland grow
OPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.

'Government needs to wake up': Ucol proposes to cut 74 roles
Ucol proposes to cut 17% of staff, affecting Whanganui, Palmerston North and Masterton.

How a landlord's actions left tenants facing a health crisis
$5000 in exemplary damages remains unpaid to the affected tenants.

Police suspect robbery gone wrong in Abdul Nabizadah homicide case
Abdul Nabizadah was found critically injured on Camperdown Rd, Miramar in March.

Hazmat units swarm incident near Parliament
Police have closed half of Bowen Street in Wellington.

Minister reveals new Northwest Rapid Transit construction start date
A busway is planned along the North Western Motorway for frequent trips.

Plunket scheme vaccinates fewer than 100 babies in five months
Plunket vaccinated fewer than 100 babies since its December soft launch.

'We were the lucky ones': Couple celebrates 73 years married
Ken and Noeline Murray met in 1947 and have been attached at the hip ever since.

Former All Black hails 'game-changing' brain test
'It will offer a lot of peace of mind, which is something that’s desperately needed'

Stock car driver stirs from coma after serious Palmerston North speedway crash
Taylor Lampp has begun showing signs of progress and stirring from his coma.

One of NZ's top Catholics to help elect new Pope, shares memories of Pope Francis
New Zealand's Cardinal will take part in the secret election of a new Pope.

Why Napier City Rovers' next match is critical for National League hopes
Frustration after Napier City Rovers fail to put away Central League strugglers.

'Feel like a human': Resene workers struggle to get by on wages
One man said he couldn't even afford a birthday gift for his child.

Interislander ferry sailings cancelled after electrical fault
Affected passengers are being moved to the next available sailings.
Meteorologists say wild weather's over for rest of school holidays
This week is now free of severe weather warnings as Cyclone Tam weakens and moves on.
Car news and advice


New Zealand’s newest car brands: what you need to know
Confused about all the new carmakers in NZ? You won't be after reading this.

Lexus LBX Morizo RR review: a tiny upgrade
Littlest Lexus gets a big injection of Toyota GR performance.

Mercedes-Benz confirms steer-by-wire for production by 2026
System eliminates traditional mechanical link between steering wheel and front axle.