Auckland news

Government reviews RSE visa scheme, report calls for reform

The ILO warns RSE workers who complain risk blacklisting and deportation.

'Heartbreaking decision': Moana Pasifika looking for a lifeline

Moana Pasifika will provide support to all players and staff during this transition.

Woman's 'unfailing devotion' to dead sister's kids rewarded with residency

She has 'unfailingly devoted herself to raising these five young children'.

Labour candidate leads rerun after court found irregularities affected Papatoetoe result

The rerun saw Vi Hausia top the provisional poll with 2788 votes.

Ghost tower sale? Singaporeans may buy stalled Seascape block

Hotels are an extremely popular asset class, fetching big premiums.

Lower rents without the frills: 297 new Auckland units finished

A four-piece band has already formed at the pavilion. No swimming pool or gym is offered.

Cross-lease shake-up: Court ruling may make it harder to block neighbours’ plans

Law specialist says ruling could end three decades of frustration over cross-lease issue.

Up to 90 jobs coming as $50m supermarket prepares to open

Expanded, refurbished supermarket, plus Kmart Westgate, will create 330 roles out west.

Memorial for son who died at Auckland’s Arkles Bay damaged for sixth time in nine days

Mother hopes sentimental items taken from the site will be returned.

Real estate agent told to repay $23k after failing to pay rent to landlord friend

Dave Tomu claims a rent-free deal and cash payments, but offered no proof.

Running man: The mental edge behind Warrior Jackson Ford’s 80-minute shifts

Jackson Ford uses a mindset trick to get through 80-minute efforts in games.

Sean Fitzpatrick helps ‘bring home’ first All Black captain in Anzac Day doco

The All Black pays tribute to a true Original – rugby captain and soldier Dave.