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United: We want the port, say Northland's elected leaders
Kaipara mayor Jason Smith: "There is nothing stronger than an idea whose time has come."
The Advocate says: The North must fight for Auckland's port
The Advocate says Northland must fight to take Auckland's port.
Weather chaos: Flooding, roads closed, internet down as storm batters nation
After the South Island was slammed by summer storm, the chaos shifts northward.
Lower North Island trains services 'packed like sardines'
MPs, ministers and mayors have received a tin of sardines in the mail to make the point.
Calls to fast-track roading projects to save jobs
Jobs on the line as major transport projects wind down, says contracting boss.
Wild weather: Caution urged on Harbour Bridge as wind, rain batters the country
Around 400mm of rain has already fallen on West Coast in past 24 hours.
Travel chaos: Air NZ cancels 35 flights as severe storm hits
Heavy rain is expected to lash the West Coast all week.
OneRoof report: First home buyers dominate market
Castlecliff is top selling Whanganui suburb
Three numbers that explain NZ's coming summer scorcher
Forecasters are picking another balmy NZ summer - with a few twists and turns mixed in.
Summer blown away: Massive storm brews off NZ coast
Flooding and dangerous roads expected in West Coast as week of heavy rain looms.
Trying out Hamilton's new self-drive car share service
Self-drive option promoted as providing a cheaper alternative to using your own car.
Bread shortage: Fresh strike action could see shelves empty again
George Weston's latest pay offer will probably not be accepted, union says.
Lake Horowhenua activist padlocks the gates
Man has waged a long-running battle with Horowhenua District Council over the lake.
Climate Day of Action on Friday
Student activists increase community involvement in their cause.
NRC: Strong benefit for shifting Auckland port to Northland
Pros and cons of move will be debated
'Don't lock it away with big red gates': John Key on Auckland's port
Key joined forces with fellow former Prime Minister Helen Clark to make the call.
Person critical after being hit by car on Redoubt Rd
Diversions in place, motorists asked to follow directions of emergency personnel.
Oz bush fires bring hazy sunsets, high temps for parts of NZ
New Zealand gets beautiful sunsets, high temperatures as Australia burns.
Doctor tells patient she has 'good looking breasts'
The man has been ordered to pay $5000 and attend an education course.
Whanganui's teen rowing star Niamh Monk heads Stateside
The old head on young shoulders has thought of career and sporting achievements in tandem.
Comment: Why moving Auckland's port is a win for everyone
COMMENT: Every serious politician who has considered the port thinks it should move.
Prince Charles and Camilla arrive in NZ
The week-long tour of Aotearoa starts off in the City of Sails.
Police urge trampers to be safe after two rescues
The police have taken the time to caution trampers ahead of any journeys this summer.
Summer's here! A rain-free weekend before downpours next week
Most of the northern and eastern coast of the North Island will enjoy a sunny weekend.
Expert says doctor took excessive time examining women's breasts
Tribunal day five for doctor accused of examining a breasts like he was "milking a cow".
Disfigured kittens found in a 'terrible state' dumped in box
WARNING: Distressing: The kittens weighed barely 400g and are about 4 weeks old.
Boy airlifted to hospital following Waikato crash
A three-car crash in Mangatawhiri at 3.15pm today left three people injured.
Inquiry into Napier man's homicide: Seven weeks, no public update
Homicide inquiry is an "active investigation", but police are not commenting.
Arborists reach new heights at tree climbing contest
About 350 people are in Napier for the national conference and competition.
Our population is growing, so why are NZ's towns dying?
While New Zealand's population is rising, many small rural towns are dying. Why?
Another building closes following Stats House partial collapse
Levin District Court is closing indefinitely for earthquake strengthening.
Is this the end of the golden weather?
Farmers will be grateful for this rain - but how long will it last?
Severe weather warning for Bay of Plenty and Gisborne
Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms could be on the way for Bay of Plenty and Gisborne.