Auckland news

Sirens blare in Tonga after large quake forces tsunami threat evacuations

Nema said there is no tsunami danger to New Zealand.

Samoan PM La'aulialemalietoa says new rugby union will be set up

World Rugby could suspend Samoa if it deems the move to be government interference.

Air NZ flights to Pacific destination cancelled due to 'volatile' fuel costs

'We know how important air services are for the Pacific,' the airline said.

Why Young Rock's Stacey Leilua turned her back on Hollywood

The Auckland actor reckons everything she needs is right here in Aotearoa.

US asset manager gains consent for $250m deal to buy Wellington, Queenstown hotels

Vendor NZ Hotel Holdings is backed by the NZ Super Fund and partners.

Bupa's operating profit jumps 52% as retirement village and care home revenue climbs

But revenue and revaluations pushed bottom-line after-tax net profit up more than 600%.

Cranes in retreat: Index falls to lowest level in a decade

Auckland dominates with the most cranes, but the numbers nationally are well down.

‘Devaluing the residential appeal’: Anger over three-level self-storage complex

Resident says the 14m high, three-level complex clashes with Mt Albert's vision.

Firefighters specialising in water rescue deployed in Whangārei and Auckland

Another 16 are on standby to be sent to the Coromandel and western Bay of Plenty.

Market close: NZ market gains on potential peace talks

'Clearly a surge of optimism,' says Salt Funds Management's Matt Goodson.

'Absolutely disgraceful': Anger as fuel crisis support skips beneficiaries

About 140,000 working families with children will get an extra $50 a week.

Amelia Kerr gives masterclass as NZ dominate South Africa in T20 finale

The White Ferns captain shone with bat and ball to seal a 4-1 triumph over the Proteas.