Auckland news

Police admit mistake: Road spikes left on patrol vehicle’s roof fall off, puncturing tyres on seven cars
Officers will be retaught how to use spikes after the Southern Motorway incident.

America’s Cup in Auckland ‘won’t happen’ without a bed tax, says mayor
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited have been in early talks about hosting the next America's Cup
Voices from the Pacific

‘Rich man’s game’: Filipaina rules out Auckland mayoral bid
Filipaina urges more Māori and Pasifika involvement in local politics.

‘We have changed our family’s future forever’: An inspiring whānau journey to home ownership
They moved from renting where they paid $611 weekly for a rundown home.

‘Something truly magical’: Mana Moana concert returns to Spark Arena
This year’s rendition will be 'even bigger and better' than before.
Auckland Property news

Link to the past: Heritage mural kept in $650m redevelopment
BJ Ball Building and Mrkusich mural identified as a Category B Historic Heritage Place.

Watercare reveals deal with Foodstuffs North Island over new Pak'nSave Highland Park
'Agreement allows us to ... reduce our supply to the site' - Watercare's Priyan Perera.

F&P Healthcare starts vast new $250m building
Earthworks have been largely completed and construction will start later this month.
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Auckland school forced into lockdown after gun scare speculation
Parents took to social media saying children were told to turn off their phones and hide.

National, Act condemn Labour’s ‘deck chair’ caucus reshuffle
Hipkins is calling for a more collaborative approach to governing.

‘Expect delays’: Section of Northern Motorway reopens after multi-vehicle crash
"Motorists are advised to expect delays or seek an alternative route."

‘Anxious as s***’: Businessman guilty of money laundering linked to $2m scam
The victims thought they were investing in high interest bonds but lost nearly $1m each.

Stock Takes: 25% tariffs loom leaving NZ market uneasy as trade uncertainties grow
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare under pressure as analyst forecasts $100m in additional costs.

Juggling act: Blues' playmaker dilemma as Barrett starts at No 10
Stephen Perofeta's return next week adds more playmaking options for the team.