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Three bidders confirmed for Northland Expressway PPP
Initial construction work on the next section is set to begin by the end of next year.
'I wouldn't wish it on anyone': Why are victims having to wait until 2027 for justice?
Nine homicide cases this year have added to the delays in the High Court at Whangārei.
'Zero tolerance': Police crackdown on drivers as Matariki travel starts, thunderstorms for Akl
Roads are expected to be busy heading to holiday hotspots from mid-morning.
Speeding driver led police on high-risk pursuit, caused crash then drove off
Two weeks earlier Lovepreet Gill had been recorded driving at 140km/h in an 80km/h zone.
Thirty-one players win $12k each in Lotto's Second Division draw
The $25 million Powerball prize was not struck and will now roll over to $30 million.
'Serious and violent': Six injured in brawl after burnout confrontation
A 22-year-old was charged with aggravated robbery.
Bid to reopen bar closed for months divides community
The aspiring new owners say they have 30 years' experience in hospitality.
Editorial: Amid bleak news, community generosity shines through
OPINION: People will always try to help others if they can.
Watch: Monteith’s Wild Food Challenge final returns to Auckland after 11 year hiatus
A live cook-off featured ox heart, wapiti, wild boar and plenty of edible wildlife.
Iwi leader rules out settlement under this Govt after minister’s sovereignty comments
'[We are] just as staunch and ferocious in saying we hold sovereignty over our own.'
Richter scales and fishy tales: When a small earthquake spoiled a day of fishing
Everyone struggled for bites after Monday morning's quake. So were the fish spooked by it?
'You and cars are a bad mix': Man who hit oncoming motorist high on dangerous levels of meth
Driver: 'I had a heavy addiction and that was a huge part of what happened. I apologise.'
Koru stolen from community leader's grave back with whānau
The koru was taken from a grave sometime last week, leaving the family devastated.
PM’s deep dive into Michael Forbes scandal to release findings in August
Parliament staffers are currently having their clearances checked.
Northland's six-month weather rollercoaster: Cyclones, droughts, floods
Cyclone Tam left 24,000 Northland homes without power on April 17.
Why exploring NZ's rich Māori heritage is a must-do
OPINION: Visit Waipoua Forest at night with a Māori guide for a spiritual experience.
'Sacrilege': Family anger over theft from Dargaville grave
The $2000 koru was sawn off Michael Mudford’s headstone.
'Good Samaritan': Off-duty officer sucker-punched while trying to stop shoplifters
Judge: 'It's behaviour that is wrong and at your age, you should know better'.
Why Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the ages
King's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.
One dead after suspected medical event causes crash in Dargaville
Police said the death will be referred to the Coroner.
School teacher living in 'principal's house' battles board over ending tenancy
The teacher was asked to move out to make way for a new principal.
'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward meals
Each week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.
Upokongaro: Where herons roost and gin wins gold
“Orchard Gin” is crafted with pear, kawakawa, and a hint of nutmeg.
Watch: Auckland mum-of-six dies in ED after failing three times to get help
Pamela Rasmussen, 40, died after trying three times to get help at hospital.
The best cosy cabins in New Zealand for a winter getaway
There’s no better time to go off-grid than in the midst of a New Zealand winter.
‘A silly decision’: Safety advocate Sterling Maxwell on drinking and driving under 20
Maxwell emphasises the importance of rangatahi driving safely and responsibly.
Middle-aged thieves stealing kilos of lollies from family-run store
Store manager Jayden Aben says regular customers are targeting the family-run business.