The man accused of the British backpacker's murder was labelled a "scumbag".

Blockhouse Bay Intermediate's spending catches Auditor-General's attention again.

Making an arrest in a murder case only 'half the challenge', say crime experts.

Awkward dates and Bollywood thrills await Silo Theatre in 2019, writes Ethan Sills.

Police searching the Waitakere Ranges for murdered tourist Grace Millane's body.

One person has died after being hit by a train in Mt Albert this afternoon.

It comes as the 22-year-old's brother has thanked Kiwis for their thoughts and prayers.

Little Hine's gut condition means that just any old milk won't do it.

Designer Judy Gao's stint on Project Runway caught the eye of fashion heavyweights.

It's almost seven days since Grace Millane was last seen entering an Auckland hotel.

Inspector Kerry Watson confirmed the stabbing happened during an altercation at the party.

Historic Māori names are being revived for the unnamed parks of inner Auckland.

Grace Millane's mystery disappearance has the world watching.

Monika Kelly was operating an illegitimate prostitution service using an under-age girl.

Many councillors expressed concerns about the extra cost and value of the cup to the poor.

Today's breakthrough proves the project is on track, City Rail Link CEO says.

Happy Mondays member Bez says band are on top form - but it wasn't always like that.

Wesley seeks to secure suburban name after developer backs off bid to take it.

A fight broke out during the early hours of Sunday morning at the Viaduct club.

The alleged scam included forged documents and emails from several firms.

Banned broker Xiaolan Xiao wants the Court of Appeal to hear his case.

The 57-level Pacifica building the first to get an exemption from the foreign-buyer ban.

Auckland City Mission will almost double the number of meals its provides this year.

The Auckland Farmers Santa Parade celebrated its 85th birthday yesterday.

Neville Baker was sacked as the parade's Santa for 'inappropriate' comments - he's back.

Franklin Rd is open for some festive celebrations.

Downpours would likely ease into showers around Auckland by the evening.

COMMENT: The first law of city planning ought to be: Watch what people do.

The crash in the suburb of Glen Eden occurred about 10.20pm tonight.

The man who attacked a High Court judge in a fit of road rage has been sentenced today.