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Two young people in custody after police spike fleeing vehicle
The vehicle was stopped in Auckland's Sandringham after being tracked by the Eagle helicopter. Video / Hayden Woodward
Police investigate armed robbery at North Shore bar
Investigations are underway following an armed robbery at The Rudder on Hauraki bar on Auckland's North Shore where offenders fled on Lime scooters. Video / Hayden Woodward
Double water tragedy: Two dead in separate Auckland incidents
Two people died in separate water-related incidents in Auckland yesterday afternoon.
Fire bug on the loose in Auckland: Multiple incendiary devices planted under cars
Police launch manhunt for arsonist who torched one electric car and targeted others.
‘Hateful’: Police on alert as protest against Destiny Church planned for Auckland
Action comes after violent scenes at Rainbow Parade last weekend.
Uplifting ideas for your weekend: From free ice cream and music, to mermaids at Queens Wharf
Put down your phone, put aside your woes and get into the city for some fun.
Hunt under way for third man after Auckland CBD fight involving ‘handheld weapon’
'One of those present was reported to be in possession of a handheld weapon,' police said.
Murder-accused gives evidence on point-blank Queen St shooting
His lawyers claimed self-defence but the defendant described something different.
Landlord with quarter-kilometre downtown tower plans pushes up profit
New leases in 1HY25 were 22.8% above previous contract rents, company said.
SkyCity group profit down 73%
Casino, entertainment and hotel giant explains how market treated it.
Drunken catcall, lewd remark preceded ‘execution-style’ shooting on Queen St, jury told
The shooter, whose partner was targeted by the catcall, has claimed self-defence.
‘Execution’ or self-defence? Jury watches CCTV footage of Queen St killing
The killing was caught on 'crystal clear' CCTV footage.
Bright ideas for the weekend, from the Lantern Festival to Manu World Champs and the Big Gay Out
No weekend plans? Here are eight things to do in Auckland and a few things for the future.
Man killed by three vehicles on motorway a ‘decent person’ with troubled past
Joshua Love: failed businessman, political candidate, criminal, but mourned by family.
Auckland Transport puts off controversial overnight CBD parking charges for another year
The overnight charge will now be introduced in March 2026.
Auckland Art Gallery closes due to ‘unexpected building issues’, safety concerns
A leaking pipe on the second floor of the gallery has forced its closure.
‘I was pretty high’: Serial thief stole $60k focusing on donation boxes, tip jars
For years, he was a bane on North Island businesses. But a remarkable change was reported.
Pedestrian seriously injured after collision with cyclist in central Auckland
The pedestrian was taken to Auckland City Hospital in a serious condition.
'Later than we hoped' - SkyCity reveals another big Convention Centre delay, hands out blame
Opening date is now 12 months away, says SkyCity. Fletcher says there's been no change.
SkyCity casino wants larger deck so more people can smoke while playing pokies
The move has outraged public health groups who are opposing the casino's application.
Auckland court officers brutally attacked by prisoner
One officer suffered a broken jaw, while the other was knocked out cold.
Police vehicles damaged in ‘erratic and dangerous’ car chase across Auckland
Video footage shows at least 12 police vehicles pursuing a blue vehicle through Onehunga.
Helium balloon causes power outage in Central Auckland, residents report ‘loud bang’
The first electricity outage was reported shortly before 3pm.
Auckland tenant billed $1k after three people found living in one-bedroom flat
When the landlord visited, the tenant was away - and three others were there.
Watch: Firefighters battling large blaze on Mangere Mountain overnight.
Fire crews have contained a large blaze that broke out on Mangere Mountain last night. Video / NZ Herald
‘We’re all terrified': Rock thrower has residents on edge
Neighbours say they've been terrorised for months by stones coming through their windows.
Warm weather drying out ground could be the reason for old water main bursting
Warm weather may have dried out ground, leading to pipe burst.