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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.

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.

Seymour to pare back 'confusing' early childhood education regulations
The proposed changes include scrapping the need to acknowledge Māori as tangata whenua.

'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.

'A remarkable human being': High-profile tributes pour in for Pope Francis
Lionel Messi, King Charles, the two Chrises and more share poignant messages for the Pope.
The biggest mistake Kiwis make when booking a South Pacific holiday
Trip Notes this week dives into tips and tricks for a Pacific holiday.
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.