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A ‘lifestyle block on steroids’ in Karangahake
The Austen family has owned the 30ha property for 40 years.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'Confronting': Predators eating endemic frogs, native geckos in sanctuary
More than 90% of tested ferrets contained frog DNA, raising conservation fears.
Private school arms race: St Kent's unwraps huge new 42-classroom block
See the scale of St Kent's 42-classroom block in new video as it towers over nearby homes.
Luxon says 'highly unlikely' fuel excise tax will rise – but Cabinet has final say
A decision on the looming tax rise will be announced 'very shortly'.
Act promises to introduce new fisheries management area in Hauraki Gulf
The party has released its election policy over recreational fishing limits.
Century-old human remains at risk of slipping on to highway
About 10 graves at Thames’ Tararu Cemetery could slip on to SH25.
Kawau hunting programme suspended after contractor shot, man charged
The contractor was airlifted to Auckland City Hospital in a critical condition overnight.
Hauraki Gulf shellfish harvesting ban extended until 2028
The shellfish bans are extended for two years from August 7.
From maths to milking: Meet rising dairy star Wil Wilkie
“I say yes to pretty much any farm training offered where I can learn more.”
Watch: Wood-loaded truck catches fire near Thames, SH25A closed
State Highway 25A is fully closed after the truck fire.
'Jackass: Best and Last': Radio Hauraki interviews the cast and crew
Jeremy Wells and Manaia Stewart sit down with the cast and crew as they bid farewell to the franchise
Severe thunderstorm warning lifted near Auckland as winds lash top of the north
Those travelling in the South Island have been warned of snowfall risk.
'It’s huge for us': Couple’s $4.5m Lotto ticket could finally lead to retirement
The Coromandel couple scooped their winnings after buying a ticket at a Thames shop.
Why a Waikato district may want to hook up with the Bay of Plenty
The Bay has a not-so-secret admirer in Thames-Coromandel Mayor Peter Revell.
Hauraki, Matamata-Piako, Coromandel councils ask for feedback on merger options
Councils must submit any amalgamation proposals to Government by August 9.
'He was a real Kiwi bloke': Wife shares story to raise awareness of MND
Helen Casey-MacDuff is sharing her late husband’s story during MND Action Month.
One injured in Maramarua Forest crash
Okaeria Rd remains closed as crews clear the crash scene.
Slow coastal magic: Hot springs, hidden islands and the art of unwinding
You don't need to go far for a wellness escape.
'Totally chuffed': Thames lands starring role in major movie sequel
Crowds lined Thames’ Pollen St as filming for the Minecraft sequel began.
Letters: NZ First BNZ buyout plan, capital gains tax
OPINION: Readers sound warnings over BNZ buyout and demand a capital gains tax debate.
'It's like a marae': Former Mongrel Mob boss can keep gang pad used for violent attacks
Justice Christine Gordon ruled the Albion St property in Mataura can stay with Bill Elers.
One dead after serious crash closes State Highway 25
Emergency services were called shortly before 11am to the accident site.
From Hauraki to Zambia: The unlikely partnership behind ethical coffee
A new Proflight Zambia deal will serve Kasama Coffee to travellers worldwide.
French Film Festival returns to Hamilton with blockbusters and Cannes hits
Screenings include political thriller 13 Days, 13 Nights, set in Taliban-beset Kabul.