Auckland Region
'We know it's a sensitive issue': Luxon on rethink of Auckland intensification
After his State of the Nation speech, the prime minister said the conversation in Auckland was about "how much densification" and "where it happens".
Possible changes to Auckland housing intensification targets
The Government is considering lowering its housing intensification targets in Auckland after pushback from critics. Scott Caldwell, a spokesperson for advocacy group Coalition for More Homes spoke to… Audio
Fire crews respond to overnight blaze at egg carton factory
Seven fire trucks were called to the commercial building in Auckland's Ōtara overnight.
Minister considering ban over rock pool harvesting
The government is working on stopping busloads of people stripping rockpools of sea life in north Auckland. Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
Government seeks urgent advice, after rock pools allegedly stripped
Whangaparāoa residents claim visitors have stripped local rock pools bare of sealife.
Auckland FC starts OFC Pro League in style
The first Kiwi derby in the new Oceania professional league proved a one-sided affair.
Football Oceania Professional League kicks off today, in Auckland
The new professional Oceania Football League launches with its first game ever, in Auckland, with players and coaches hopeful it will provide more competition and talent development.
Auckland councillors in the dark over government's housing rethink
The coalition is taking another look at housing intensification plans in Auckland after pushback - but the mayor and councillors know nothing about it.
Police believe Auckland shooting a targeted attack
Onehunga residents can expect to see more police officers in the area, but there is no risk to the public.
Ed Sheeran fans descend as world tour kicks off in Auckland
Auckland deputy mayor Desley Simpson says an estimated 80-thousand fans will see him in Auckland alone
Parents question pool's 'manu' restrictions ahead of World Champs
Some are saying they are surprised to see children being told off at the Norman Kirk Memorial Pool, which has been used for diving practise.
Watch: Tornado appears to rip through paddocks in Waikato
A reported tornado also damaged houses on Auckland's North Shore as heavy rain warnings remain in place for many regions. Audio
Passenger allegedly sprays bus driver with fire extinguisher
A 32-year-old man has been arrested after a bus driver was allegedly sprayed with a fire extinguisher in Auckland.
Bus crashes into power pole, damages building
Police are asking people to avoid the crash site in New Lynn while it is cleared.
Top seed advances at ASB Classic
American Ben Shelton was made to work harder than the straight sets win would suggest.
Crash closes all northbound lanes on Auckland's southern motorway
Police say one person has sustained serious injuries.
Auckland scientists hope to develop groundbreaking treatment for melanoma
With a $1 million grant, University of Auckland scientists hope to change the lives of hundreds of Kiwis who lose their lives to melanoma cancer each year. Audio
'Healthy' A-League club Auckland FC worried for opposition
A-League leaders Auckland FC are concerned about the ongoing off-field health of the competition.
New arrests in relation to 2023 Pt England murder
Charles Pongi was shot in an Auckland reserve in August 2023.
Slavemaster to be sentenced
Moeaia Tuai is a Samoan chief, or matai, who took possession of his victims' lives and raped a victim who had been forced to give him her wages for years.
