Auckland Region
'We've weathered the storm': Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei launch new waka after almost 25-year wait
The Auckland iwi launched their new ceremonial waka off the shores of Okahu Bay on Sunday, after more than two decades without one.
Trust vital to lifting Māori vaccination rates - researcher
In some regions, just two in five Māori pēpi are fully vaccinated. That's an opportunity for change, a healthcare leader says.
Three injured, one critical after duo attempt to rob Auckland bar
Two men entered the Mt Albert Sports Bar on New North Road intending to rob the premises, police say.
Brotherly love: Rieko Ioane's joy at bringing Super Rugby title home
Rieko rates Super Rugby Pacific win "above a World Cup".
Divers destroy invasive seaweed found near marine reserve
It was the first time the pest, which smothers native seaweeds and shellfish beds, had been found close to mainland Auckland.
Crash closes southbound lanes in Auckland's Waterview Tunnel
Emergency services in Auckland responded to a crash that closed part of a major tunnel linking the city to the outer suburbs and airport.
Pedestrian killed in Auckland crash
The person was taken to hospital but died from injuries a week after the crash on Westgate Drive.
Searching confidential database like scrolling social media - police officer
Two police officers have been found in breach of the Code of Conduct for accessing the database for personal use.
Pedestrian dies at scene of crash on New North Road in Auckland
A pedestrian died at the scene of a crash that closed part of a major Auckland road this afternoon.
Auckland trains resume after being suspended on all lines
Auckland Transport says train services in the city have now resumed, however, there will be disruptions for the rest of the day.
Mum of deceased Auckland baby lost another baby two years ago
The first baby's death was due to sudden unexpected death in infancy, the second baby's death is "unexplained".
Ronny Okeke disappearance: Police find body
The death of the 60-year-old is now being treated as suspicious.
Infant's death in Auckland unexplained as police investigate
No one has been arrested as police await post-mortem examination results.
Auckland Airport opens new 'scenic' inter-terminal walkway
The new route linking the domestic and international terminals has large canvas panels displaying nature walks across Aotearoa.
Auckland's Southern Motorway fully reopen after three-vehicle crash
All southbound lanes on State Highway 1 in Penrose have now reopened following an earlier crash.
'She never let the mask slip': Brother's heartache at Monica Reid's death
The brother of deceased Auckland woman Monica Reid says his baby sister was cherished and a "ray of sunshine."
'What more can you ask for?' - Eden Park sells out for Super Rugby Pacific final
Almost 50,000 people are expected for the showdown between the Blues and Chiefs on Saturday night.
Sudden death in West Auckland under investigation
An increased police presence can be expected in Rānui following the unexplained death.
Invasive seaweed proves elusive for divers
The patch of caulerpa was found north of Auckland during routine surveillance.
Driver fleeing police dies after swerving into tree
A passenger was also critically hurt in the crash in Papatoetoe.
