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DNA testing to identify predators
The killing of 14 endangered weka by a dog on Kawau Island has prompted the Department of Conservation to introduce DNA testing.
Matakana: A sample taste of the good life
The pretty township of Matakana is heaven for foodies, discovers Catherine Smith.
A day of fun on the wild west coast
Joelle Thomson has a day of adventure in Auckland's west - all the while managing to stay clean and dry, despite the dreary weather.
Police hold little hope for missing dairy farmer
Police are holding out little hope a Waikato dairy farmer is still alive, three months after he disappeared.
Court rejects Omaha development
A scheme to build up to 500 homes and a visitor lodge on land behind Omaha Beach has been rejected by the Environment Court.
Two top commercial sites in seaside centre
Plenty of potential in heart of Orewa's retail precinct, writes Colin Taylor.
College board fined over boiler room blast
Orewa College's board of trustees has been ordered to pay almost $137,000 over a fatal boiler room explosion.
Man in court over sex charges while on bail
A man who allegedly drugged and raped a woman escort after he was given electronic bail has been remanded in custody to reappear next month.