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New section of motorway opens
A new 4.5km stretch of motorway connecting the southern and southwestern motorways at Manukau has been opened.
Love thy neighbour? Auckland's noisiest streets revealed
A number of suburban streets gave the CBD a run for its money in the noise stakes.
Broadcaster stands by its man
TV3 has put out a press release denying the broadcaster is questioning the future of current affairs show Campbell Live.
Hogan's lawyers to meet Tax Office
Lawyers for actor Paul Hogan are meeting with the Australian Taxation Office this afternoon.
Auckland slowly getting greener
Auckland is gradually weaning itself off car dependency, with a slight increase in commuters opting for public transport.
<i>Media</i>: TV3 checking pulse of Campbell Live
TV3 owner MediaWorks is questioning if the nightly Campbell Live is sustainable on its present ratings.
Public to get say on Hillary Ridge
NZers can now have their say on whether the South Ridge of Aoraki Mount Cook should be renamed as 'Hillary Ridge'. The Geographic Board today opened a three month-public consultation.