Auckland news

'Terrifying': Kiwis react as Cyclone Tam rips off roofs, downs trees
About 10,000 homes remain without power in Northland this evening.

Blues v Waratahs: Super Rugby Champions final
All the action as the Blues face the Waratahs in the first crossover final.
Voices from the Pacific

‘My life has purpose’: Inside New Zealand’s biggest rehab service
The foundation supports 80 homes and helps 1500 people reintegrate annually.

'Stabbed so ruthlesslessly in back': Judge blasts ex-funeral director, sentenced to jail
The former employee and star of The Casketeers was found out by chance.

'Nuanced solutions': Visa restrictions eased for Pacific Islanders visiting NZ
Visitors from PIF countries can apply for multi-entry visas from July.
Auckland Property news

The $300m stadium plan for Western Springs: New images released
Auckland Arena launched its website and social media to gain public support.

Icon replacing China Construction: $300m Seascape tower to be finished
Developer Shundi Customs announced a new builder for 56-level Auckland apartment project.

What submitters say about Anna Mowbray, Ali Williams' helipad application
All 1397 public submissions are out: 91% or 1277 opposed, 108 supporting, 12 are neutral.
Auckland Sport news
More Auckland news

Beauden Barrett states definitive case for All Blacks' No 10 jersey
His rich vein of form comes not long after Damian McKenzie re-signed through to 2029.

How ex-tropical Cyclone Tam will affect Easter weekend sport
Some events have been cancelled but many will still go ahead as planned.

Probe begins into second alleged Auckland swan death on same day as Western Springs attack
The penalty for killing protected wildlife is up to two years in jail or a $100,000 fine.

Why changes to driver tests could impact young drivers most
AA suggests a minimum of 60 practice hours for learner drivers.

Society Insider: Pete Evans and Nicola Robinson’s next moves; Matthew Horncastle’s first baby
Plus, Dame Pieter Stewart’s granddaughter’s NYC fashion scholarship.

Cyclone Tam: What Aucklanders need to know as storm hits
Auckland Emergency Management has called in extra staff.