Auckland Region
Labour says Government's water plan will see some councils 'left out in the cold'
Meanwhile, the party and National are also odds about whose plan to fix the pipes will cost more. Audio
Public transport advocates push for Te Huia funding
More than 200 people signed a petition, calling for the government to continue funding the service.
Woman seeks $30k refund from builder as garage sits unfinished
"I think he's blocked me": Roshni Devi says a builder has left her in the lurch with an unfinished job and poorly done flooring.
Auckland Transport in talks with NZTA to share costs of congestion charge
AT could introduce charges for using strategic roads from early 2026.
Could Auckland's water deal work for other councils?
Auckland will be able to borrow more money for infrastructure, with the cost spread over a longer period, avoiding a 25.8 percent water rates hike. Audio
One person dead on Ponsonby Road - reports
There are reports that a person has been killed on Ponsonby Rd in Auckland, and there is a heavy police presence in the area.
DIANZ warns about synthetic cannabinoid sold as fake DMT
The drug appears as a yellow powder and has led to a person being hospitalised in the Auckland region.
Auckland's new water plan unveiled
The government claims Aucklanders will avoid a projected 25.8 percent water rates increase with the coalition's Local Water Done Well plan.
Auckland academics call out university's stance on Palestine protest
University of Auckland staff are concerned by a move to block a protest encampment on campus to call for support for the rights of Palestinians.
Wayne Brown tells Auckland Transport to ‘shut up and listen’
Mayor Wayne Brown has told Auckland Transport to "shut up and listen" as he pushes ahead with his election promises.
Auckland standoff: Photographic equipment mistaken as firearm
At least a dozen armed police descended on an area of central Auckland, after reports of a person with a gun, which turned out to be a long piece of photographic equipment.
Sea change: SuperGold cards to be allowed on Auckland ferry
The government is set to enable newcomers Island Direct to become part of the SuperGold card scheme from the 1 July. Audio
Man wanted over 'violent' kidnapping arrested on Waiheke Island
Four people connected to the Mongols gang have been arrested as police probe a kidnapping in Auckland.
Te Huia on track to miss targets for passenger numbers
But Waikato Regional Council, which is in charge of it, says that doesn't tell the whole story.
13yos attacked by group of 20 among incidents at transport hubs
Bus stations in New Lynn, Henderson and Albany have seen a boost in security after a string of violent attacks on teenagers. Audio
Watch: Auckland domestic, international airports to move into one building
It will bring domestic and international transfers, check-ins and bag drops under one roof.
100m bridge is broken, so walkers will get free boat rides instead
An Auckland bridge permanently stuck in the up position is hitting businesses in the pocket. The solution: A boat for 60 people every half hour.
Serial rapist Malcolm Rewa has appeal denied by Supreme Court
Malcolm Rewa previously failed to have his conviction overturned and later applied to appeal in the Supreme Court, calling his trial a miscarriage of justice.
Drugs, ammunition and $80k seized in police gang raids
It comes as police target the suspected supply of methamphetamine.
Watch: Hipkins faces questions in Auckland
The opposition leader speaks to media during a visit with community advocate Dave Letele .
