Auckland news

$21.7m meth bust: Trio of airport workers accused of drug smuggling
Customs have arrested three men for allegedly smuggling the boxes.

'He was a sweet boy': Dume the giraffe dies during routine health check
'He captured the hearts of everyone with his gentle and majestic presence.'
Voices from the Pacific

Why Polyfest’s milestone year is a poignant tribute to Samoan matriarch
Polyfest began in 1976 with four schools; now 75 schools will participate.

How three generations are spreading Polynesian love across America
Three women from an artistic Auckland family are heading to California.

Why $155m Whānau Ora shake-up has left many in shock
New agencies will replace them in July, two in the North Island.
Auckland Property news

Why 56-level $300m+ Seascape tower is abandoned for seven months
Court decision in November prohibited the builder from acting till the paperwork was done.

Auckland architecture awards shortlist out: 56 projects named
Toilets, houses, additions and alterations, interiors, apartments, new schools on list.

Six years after NZICC fire, court case looms
The case is being brought against two subcontractors, who deny liability for the fire.
Auckland Sport news
More Auckland news

Kick in the teeth: Chiefs fined for interference in win over Blues
The Chiefs were fined after their medic twice interfered with Blues' conversions.

Three security guards at Akl supermarket arrested after alleged extortion attempts
The first report was made to police in late January.

‘Best time of my life’: Chris Wood on EPL success, family, and World Cup hopes
Chris Wood has gone from being a football ace to a national sporting hero.

Cha-ching! Lotto win for Mount Maunganui player
Lotto players in Auckland, Mount Maunganui and Tauranga won $333,333 each.

Fonterra’s first-half profit climbs to $729m
Fonterra raises first half profit, dividend, keeps $10/kg milk price forecast

Auckland Facebook group stirs controversy with pay-to-post plan
Admins banned at least 88 members for reacting to the fee proposal.