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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.
Three youths charged as dramatic footage emerges of Michael Hill smash-and-grab
Police say they're still hunting for two men.
Watch: Three arrested after smash-and-grab jewellery robbery at Auckland mall
The dramatic heist resulted in a chase outside a popular shopping site.
Listen: 'Torture chamber' – Mystery alarm driving residents mad in Auckland CBD
Frazzled tenants have contacted Auckland Council, noise control, fire services and police.
Plan your final days of 2024 with these Auckland events
Things are just beginning to heat up in Tāmaki Makaurau.
'20 years is a long time – it just feels right': Acclaimed NZ restaurant to close
'We’re actually really busy and I know we're going to break a few hearts.'
Staying in the city? What to do in Auckland for New Year's Eve
Your go-to guide for spending New Year’s Eve in the big smoke.
'Absolutely disgusting': Father of teen fatally run down outside nightclub reacts to parole decision
The male defendant appeared before the Parole Board for the first time today.
Merger by stealth? RNZ to move in with TVNZ in Auckland in 2025
The two public broadcasters will come together physically in Victoria St.
Jack White review: 'I left the Town Hall a believer'
Behind a towering organ, Jack White transformed the venue into a sizzling rock temple.
'Lock your doors': Auckland woman catches home invader crawling on floor
The woman has been left traumatised and paranoid by the burglary.
Arrest warrant issued after ex-reality TV star skips sentencing to attend gig
The judge said he wouldn't let the court be 'an absolute laughing stock'.
Xmas mercy for alcoholic whose ninth drink-driving offence involved $400k AT bus
He said he drank 'two goons and was trying to be stupid' but didn't want to steal the bus.
Twelve days of Christmas have started - here's how to spend it in Auckland
From Te Manaaki to Handel’s Messiah, here's how to get in the holiday spirit.
Wynyard Crossing Bridge has reopened
The Wynyard Crossing Bridge in Auckland's Viaduct Harbour is working for the first time since March. Video / Alyse Wright
Teen missing after travelling to Auckland’s K Rd
The 16yo was believed to be in the K Rd area, around downtown Auckland, police say.
Showgirls ablaze: Auckland strip club catches fire, streets closed
A fire has broken out on the second storey of the building in busy downtown Auckland.
'Can't open her eyes': Auckland shopkeeper chasing thief attacked in violent assault
The robber punched her in the head after she gave chase.
Summer's here – check out these Auckland events before they're gone
Peruse our curated list of the vibrant happenings in Auckland over the next few days.
Woman charged after man stabbed near Auckland Girls’ Grammar school
Violence was likely “isolated incident” between people known to each other, police say.
Auckland dairy worker attacked in armed robbery
Police investigating after shop attendant struck by an offender during the raid.
Watch: Businessman scuffles with protester in Auckland
Deno Stock was using a megaphone protesting the Melbourne Cup when he was attacked.
Man 'smashed' with wheel brace in Auckland road rage attack
The man has been left with broken ribs and major facial injuries.
Review: Rockers Highly Suspect leave their mark on Spark Arena
'We’re in a rock 'n' roll church right now.'
'Can’t have police on every bus': Two assaults on Auckland bus drivers in one hour
Attacks started during Covid-19 and getting worse, says union leader.
Where's the $50,000? Serial robber jailed for bizarre casino heist, but cash still missing
Eru Stevens has a history of robbery and schizophrenia. They go hand-in-hand, court told.