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Motorway disruption: Tristram Ave on-ramp closed after crash, driver critical
The State Highway 1 accident was reported at 6.22pm by NZTA.
Young person arrested after 'incident' on Auckland bus involving imitation gun
Police were called after a bus passenger was seen with what turned out to be a fake gun.
Police investigating West Auckland crime scene following overnight stabbing
A man has been critically injured following a stabbing on Coburg St in Henderson Valley. Video / NZ Herald
'Matter of urgency': Police seek silver Mitsubishi linked to Kyle Whorrall homicide probe
A 16-year-old has been charged with Whorrall's murder and has name suppression.
Fire truck breakdown left firefighters trapped in basket above North Shore blaze
The union said the 'last resort' failed when a manual lever broke in a firefighter's hand.
Written in the Stars: Netball icons reunited
Temepara Bailey and Leana de Bruin can read each other’s minds.
'Overwhelming grief': Nearly $40k raised to support family of slain US student
A 16-year-old has been charged with Whorrall's murder and has name suppression.
Watch: Chopper footage shows extent of North Shore inferno
Fire and Emergency has advised people in the area to stay inside.
Road pricing: A solution to Auckland’s traffic nightmare
Auckland traffic congestion costs the economy $1.39 billion annually.
Firefighters are tackling a large fire in Wairau Valley.
Firefighters are responding to a significant fire at a commercial warehouse in Wairau Valley. Video / Dean Purcell / Inflite / Caleb Timms / Supplied
First look: Inside Foodstuffs NI's biggest new supermarket – $73m New World Pt Chevalier
'Our biggest new store opening since the February opening of Pak'nSave Highland Park.'
On The Up: Inside award-winning Te Taumata o Kupe Nuku, Pt Chevalier
The building aims to revitalise mātauranga Māori, particularly legendary navigator Kupe.
Auckland Council CEO: Thunderstorms are unpredictable, the team did extremely well
OPINION: In a crisis, there will always be people who feel the response should be faster.
Honouring Anzac: Key events and traditions for April 25
Where and how to commemorate Anzac Day this year.
Man dies after being assaulted at Auckland bus stop
Police are investigating a homicide at a bus stop on St John Road, where a section of the road has been cordoned off overnight. Video / NZ Herald
'Begged': Authorities not acting fast enough in flood-prone areas, owners say
One desperate owner stood by himself in the dark trying to stop a creek from flooding.
'Biblical storm': 750 lightning strikes hit Auckland
'These thunder slaps are godlike', wrote one Aucklander after a sleepless night for many.
Why Eden Park remains unlikely venue should Auckland FC host A-League grand final
Auckland FC remain favourites for the Premiers Plate with three rounds to play.
'Special': Pompey to join Warriors' centurion club
Adam Pompey will play his 100th NRL match for the Warriors when they face the Broncos.
‘Inaction is not an option’: Mum wants neighbour’s tree removed after Cyclone Tam fright
Girl, 10, and nanny had lucky escape when part of a tree fell on a car they'd just exited.
'Amazing experience': Man tows stricken crane truck driver away from 10-metre drop
The truck had been repairing a downed power line during the storm.
'Incredibly determined': Auckland boy hula hoops his way into world record books
Leonardo Pala, 10, now has his eyes set on breaking a new record.
'Alternative to a rusting hulk': Relief over Icon finishing Seascape
'Well done, Icon. The city will be behind you.' - Shane Brealey, Simplicity Living MD.
Heavy rain, strong winds lash Auckland's CBD
Strong gale-force winds lash Auckland's CBD tonight as a storm moves across the country. Video / NZ Herald
Coromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages on
Roads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.
'Terrifying': Kiwis react as Cyclone Tam rips off roofs, downs trees
About 10,000 homes remain without power in Northland this evening.
Blues beat Waratahs in Super Rugby Champions final
The Blues have come out on top in the inaugural transtasman final in Auckland.