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Brian Rudman: Laws' 'tea cup' radio lunacy over the top
After reading the deranged threats that Michael Laws has been spouting against....

Goff: 'New Zealand is not for sale'
Labour leader Phil Goff this afternoon implored party faithful to help him spend every minute between now and the election "to save our precious public assets from the auction block".

Triathlon: NZ's Hewitt storms to Auckland victory
Kiwi triathlete Andrea Hewitt has stormed to victory in the women's race of the ITU Auckland Triathlon.

Mana Party releases its foreign policy
The party's third-ranked candidate and foreign affairs spokesman, John Minto, told reporters the party wanted all New Zealand troops recalled from Afghanistan before Christmas.

Auckland road closures due to triathlon
Access is now open to motorists along Tamaki Drive from the Strand, Parnell.

Five seriously injured in Auckland crash
An unconscious person had to be cut out of a car after a crash in east Auckland this morning, which also injured four others.

Prisoner swap brings identity wristband review
Use of ID wristbands under review after two defendants swapped bands before appearing in court.

Police probe security guard's death
A security guard found dead on Friday morning was a 22 year-old Indian man who lived in Auckland.

Wheely good times: Biking Auckland's beginner cycle trails
With the sunshine, comes the chance to head outdoors for a bike ride - but what if you're a beginner or parent to one? Danielle Wright goes in search of advice and the best places to learn.

Mangere: Airport eats on wheels
Fine wine, great food, pretty cycle trails ... Mangere has it all, finds Catherine Smith.

Review: Atico-Cocina, Freemans Bay
The latest eatery to join the Victoria Park area is a tropical treat.