Auckland Region
Two killed, two critically injured in Auckland crashes
Two people have died and two were critically injured after crashes in Auckland's Takanini and Waitoki.
Inquiries continue into aggravated robbery at property in exclusive Auckland suburb
Police are supporting the people who were at home when three men broke into a Mission Bay property.
All Auckland buses to have driver protection screens by 2026
All Auckland buses will have driver protection screens installed by 2026 and those behind the wheel hope this will help to deter aggressive behaviour. The government and Auckland Council are… Audio
Former political figure who abused teens loses name suppression
However, his name remains under wraps as he has already indicated he will appeal.
Irresponsible pet owners should face harsher punishments, councillor says
It comes after a woman was mauled by three pitbulls in South Auckland.
Much-loved Auckland hall to be deconstructed due to mould
Tadmor House and Hall, on Great South Rd in Manurewa, has been closed to the public since last year due to its deterioration.
Six60 to headline Auckland's Moana Festival
The second iteration of the Moana Festival will run along Auckland's waterfront from 27 January to 9 March.
Security guard critical after stabbing at upmarket mall
A 24-year-old man has been charged with aggravated wounding after a serious assault in Newmarket, police say.
AT taking 'any opportunity' to fine people
Grey Lynn resident says Auckland Transport is fining people in their own driveways, even if they were clearly not obstructing the footpath. Audio
Playground graffiti costly for ratepayers
Cleaning up graffiti at a recently-opened south Auckland playground has cost more than $20,000 in just over a year.
Police drop Covid-related charges against Brian Tamaki - lawyer
All charges against the Destiny Church leader for breaches of Covid-19 restrictions have been dismissed and dropped, his lawyer Ron Mansfield says.
Wayne Brown unsure CRL will get across line in time
Auckland's mayor has lost confidence that the City Rail Link will be finished on time, despite assurances from officials.
Abuse in care trial: Men should be believed despite pasts - prosecutor
A court has heard a group of men with chequered pasts are not making up claims they were abused as boys in a state care home.
Auckland Transport’s payment plan divides users
Some Auckland public transport users say they will stick with their AT HOP cards to retain the discounted fares.
Man faces 17 charges after 'violent' shoplifting incidents
An Auckland man accused of stealing $2000 in goods from a toy store and threatening supermarket staff with a knife is facing 17 charges.
Liz Gunn fails in bid to dodge conviction for Auckland Airport assault
She was found guilty of assaulting an airport worker at a judge-alone trial in May.
AT set to be stripped of some functions as part of mayor's shakeup
The council would take control of communications, marketing, legal and finance functions and set its strategic direction.
Destroyed homes given new life through sculpture
Muriwai residents are creating a unique art piece using the remnants of their homes that were destroyed by Cyclone Gabrielle. Audio
Several injured in south Auckland house fire
One person has been taken to hospital with moderate injuries while others were treated at the scene.
How to avoid taxi and ride share rip-offs
Rogue car companies have been charging unsuspecting passengers hundreds of dollars just to go a few kilometres up the road. Audio