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2 deaths, 3 new cases; Officials probe possible South Is case; 300 yachts in Covid limbo
It was a sad end to the week in New Zealand's fight against Covid-19.

Face masks in supermarkets: Which Auckland suburbs are doing best?
More than 80% of shoppers were wearing masks at some supermarkets. At another, just 50%.

NZ's 24th Covid death: Family to honour Dr Joe Williams' legacy
Family plan to continue legacy of helping the Pacific community through the health system.

Auckland's weekend of level-2 freedom: Don't blow it, say police
'It's really important that everyone plays their part and adheres to these restrictions.'

New look Lime e-scooters and bikes hit Auckland pavements
The company has secured a six month licence from Auckland Council, starting today.

Cancellations 'devastating' for $5 billion business event sector
Sector has dropped into a hole of zero events after hosting more than 5000 least year.

Over 80 per cent Mt Albert Grammar School students, staff tested
It comes after two students at the Auckland school returned positive Covid-19 tests.

Top Kiwi sports star continues court fight for suppression
Debate continues over whether a prominent Kiwi should be named despite not being charged.

Auckland supermarket closed after visits from Covid-positive cases
A spokesperson said the store has been closed tonight to deep-clean it.

Covid exodus: Aucklanders flock to airport at first chance of travel
A woman was spotted smoking with mask and eloquently removing it for each drag.

Rare 203-year-old coin found in central Auckland
A metal detecting hobbyist has uncovered a sixpence of King George III, dated 1817.

Covid: Auckland rebooks Th' Dudes for level 2
Th' Dudes and Restaurant Month are expected to give the city a boost under level 2

Aftershock: Another earthquake rattles the North Island
The upper North Island has been jolted by another earthquake.

International retailers Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein expand into NZ
Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein first New Zealand stores set to open next week.

Lockdown 2.0 'nail in the coffin' for some Auckland businesses
Auckland business owners fear the city could become a ghost town.

Staffer at Govt agency helping lead fight against Covid-19 tests positive
Auckland MBIE office to get "thorough clean".

The Road Ahead: The missing piece in our Covid-19 puzzle
The Road Ahead poses risks for our way of life - how does our economy save us?

Auckland 'ghost' tower nearly half-empty, but Covid not to blame
Why the $180m property has so much vacant space.

Watch: 'Disappointed' Auckland Mayor Phil Goff on lockdown extension
'I know it hasn't been easy, but we need to continue what we know works,' Phil Goff says.

Major banks shut Auckland branches for level 3
BNZ previously had nine branches open with limited hours.

Auckland CBD businesses take 60 per cent financial hit
Auckland's CBD business association is calling for certainty for businesses.

Covid-19 latest: New cases, supermarkets closed, hunt for bus passengers
There are now 111 active cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand.

Covid hunt for people on Auckland bus
Health authorities are looking for two people who did not use Hop cards on the bus.

Mt Eden bus crash tragedy: Dad on drugs in crash which killed him, baby son
Chris Tobin and his son, 16-month-old, Jack died after Tobin drove into the path of a bus.

Home detention for businessman in $537k tobacco tax fraud
An inspection by Biosecurity NZ found a container with smokes hidden inside boxes of food.

'Stay close to home': No travelling to Waiheke at weekend, Aucklanders reminded
Large crowds flocked to beaches and parks last weekend despite lockdown.

Covid-19: Auckland wharf being used for exercise by people in isolation
During level 4 lockdown in April, people in isolation were going for walks in Auckland.

Couple alleges hotel staff entered room at 5am unannounced
Hotel says it was responding to guest complaints, denies staff entered room.

Covid-19: Auckland Council continues to charge for parking under level 3
Parking fees were waived during the last level 3 stage - but not this time.