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• Massive Storm Damage in Awakino Gorge Revealed Ahead of Limited SH3 Reopening

  Published: May 1, 2026

  Section: AXL News

  On the eve of a highly anticipated reopening, the full extent of the geological devastation within the Awakino Gorge has been disclosed. Recovery teams have identified more than 30...

• Massive Slip on State Highway 3 Leaves Post-Op Patients Facing Dangerous Road Journeys

  Published: May 1, 2026

  Section: AXL News

  The closure of State Highway 3 following a massive landslide in the Awakino Gorge has forced recovering surgical patients into exhausting multi-day road trips across New Zealand’s...

• Regional Mayors Call for Urgent Action as Massive Slip Paralyzes State Highway 3

  Published: Apr 28, 2026

  Section: Business & Economy

  Local government leaders across Taranaki and the King Country are demanding an urgent face-to-face meeting with NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) chief executive Brett Gliddon. The call f...

• Whanganui Icon Liffiton Castle Faces Demolition to Make Way for $4.5M Project

  Published: Apr 10, 2026

  Section: Culture & History

  The historic Liffiton Castle, a mock-medieval landmark in Whanganui, is set to be demolished following its acquisition by Turners Car Auctions. The site, which has served as a prom...