Auckland Region
Indian Christmas traditions light up New Zealand
In recent years, cherished customs from southern India's Christian community have been finding a home in New Zealand.
How to pay $1.2m for a Christmas tree
About a third of the $1.2 million spent on Auckland's downtown Christmas tree are costs associated with the installation of the tree for the first two years, new information from the Auckland Council…
Two seriously injured after shooting in Auckland
Two people are in hospital with serious injuries after a firearms incident in Hobsonville on Sunday night.
Acclaimed Auckland restaurant popular with celebs to close
The owners of an Auckland restaurant once ranked one of the best fine dining establishments in the world has announced it will be closing soon.
Man seriously injured in 'altercation' on motorway on-ramp
Police are speaking to a number of people after a group fight broke out, landing a man in hospital.
Former Labour MP, North Shore mayor Ann Hartley dies
Former Labour MP and mayor of Auckland's North Shore City Ann Hartley has died.
Man arrested after bus driver assaulted on North Shore
An Auckland Transport spokesperson said they were seeing an average of one physical attack against drivers per week.
Plans for hotel and hostel surprise leafy suburb's residents
Plans for a hotel and student hostel at Auckland's Eden Park stadium have been revealed in the release of fast-track application documents.
Drug rehab facility raids find meth, AK-47
Two men have been charged with drug offences , along with offences under the Arms Act.
Councillors condemn removal of 'wellbeing' in local decisions
There is also greater concern for the impact on Māori, Pasifika, and vulnerable communities.
Businesses still positive despite Wynyard bridge 'teething issues'
Those on Auckland's waterfront say they are cautiously optimistic about Wynyard Crossing Bridge being operational again.
Company director escapes jail in NZ's first criminal cartel case
The judge said Max Kumar's conduct was a "deliberate and concerted strategy to rig bids for financial gain".
Wynyard bridge being fixed for second time in week since re-opening
The pedestrian drawbridge has malfunctioned twice since re-opening on Friday.
Treatment of inmates at prison's extreme risk unit 'cruel, inhuman'
There are currently 13 prisoners in the unit.
Ikea finishes Auckland distribution centre ahead of store opening
Its warehouse at Auckland Airport's The Landing Business Park will start stocking shipments from May 2025.=
Rich-lister, church and anonymous donor save food bank - for now
South Auckland's Buttabean food bank has been saved from closure after generous donations from the community. Audio
Abandoned bags at airport contained meth worth $10m
Almost 30kg of meth was found in two duffle bags near the baggage carousels over the weekend.
Two teens charged over dairy robbery
Both 16-year-olds were arrested while travelling in stolen vehicles, police say.
Man arrested after police seize sawn-off shotgun, drugs
Officers received reports of a driver slumped over the steering at a Clover Park petrol station.
Auckland FC, Melbourne City battle to finish, tied 2-2
Auckland FC fought to a draw with Melbourne City FC, ending their winning run.