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Tech Insider: UK tells retailers to use NZ’s Auror crime-fighting software
PLUS: Medtech projected to earn $3.8b a year by 2028.

'Keep an eye out': Police appeal for missing woman in Auckland
Ella Davenport, 57, was last seen in Māngere on June 20.

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei wins Environment Court appeal for recognition
Iwi's relationship with the land, water around Westhaven has been recognised by the court.

'Grit their teeth': Sweeney on Dubliners living on proposed MetroLink route
'I would have preferred to stay in New Zealand,' says Sweeney.

Controversial plan for future of Takapuna Golf Course confirmed
Auckland Council officials say its plan is very similar to what the golf club now wants.

Council reform: The Wayne Brown way has arrived
Auckland Council has a new development office and has taken direct control of planning.

Craig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreation
OPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.

Insurers back using Takapuna golf course for flood prevention
Auckland may convert half of Takapuna Golf Course into a flood catchment.

100,000 homes built in seven years – does Auckland still have a housing crisis?
The median house price in the city is now about $1 million, 7.5 times the median income.

Kiwi storage chain owner sells up to Australian giant Kennards
Dave Tuke founded National Mini Storage in 1991. He was inspired by Australian stores.

Akl councillor proposes ban on residential helipads after Mowbray’s $24m home greenlit
Treating helipads the same as cars and bikes is socially destabilising, says Mike Lee.

18,800 people booked for NZICC; anaesthetists, ophthalmologists the latest
Anaesthetists to meet April 30-May 5, ophthalmologists November 5-9 next year.

Opinion: Mowbray helipad decision opens door in area with few regulations
OPINION: One couple's wish to commute by helicopter sets a worrying precedent.

'Special ceiling': sun and moon art adorn new Auckland train station
'Representing the history of this area. This ridgeline was a kauri forest.' - Barry Potter

$66m repair bill for Auckland apartments sparks court action
Two Victopia units face forced sale because of unpaid repair bills.

Letters: Do politicians know how bad our rural roads are?
OPINION: Seymour is a little fish in this big ocean, who knows how to swim with the tide.

What the putt? Why an Auckland golf course's future is sparking controversy
Locals, including Ryan Fox, oppose the plan, citing recreational loss.

'It's a mess': Auckland roadworks chaos to last another two years
Roadworks on Paerata Rd in Pukekohe will now finish in February 2026.

Man accused of murdering daughter with pillow is named
The man has pleaded not guilty, by reason of insanity.

Surf park developers win fast-track referral for 400+ homes
Earthworks started in October for the first stage of the project, 4km from Silverdale.

Opinion: NZ cities are heating up – here are 5 things councils can do now for a cooler summer
Heatwaves could lead to 48 more days above 25°C in Auckland by 2099.