Tamaki Makaurau hits back at Aussie call to 'Avoid Auckland'
Auckland has defended its Covid response record after concerns in Australian media.
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Parents say son's death in police cell helped other detainees
Sentry Taitoko's parents say steps have been taken to help detainees across the country.
'Gangland America': Mayor warns Auckland becoming 'Wild West'
Phil Goff says there should be 'zero tolerance' shown to gangs.
Man charged with threatening to kill Jacinda Ardern
A 30-year-old was arrested in Counties Manukau on Tuesday.
Whenuapai School evacuated after incident near air base
The NZDF Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal team has been called in.
Queen St's $1.1m 'makeover' - no more 'plastic sticks'
Council's plan to replace pylons with wooden decking comes two weeks after legal threats.
Unexplained death: Police examination of Remuera home complete after 11 days
Police are now waiting for test results and analysis in inquiry into Pauline Hanna death.
Auckland politician arrested at tree protest
"Auckland Council needs to stop being part of the problem," Sarah Trotman says.
Weather: Cold fronts heading north - bringing rain and storms
A chill will move up the country overnight, with stormy weather in its wake.
Motorcyclist injured in crash after failing to stop for police
A motorcyclist is in a serious condition in hospital after a crash in Mt Wellington.
Police must crack down after hotel shooting: Auckland city business group
"There does seem to be a growing crime issue," Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck says.
Missing man: Police appeal for public help to find Auckland pensioner
The 71-year-old was last seen two days ago on a busy Auckland road.
Auckland transport milestones: New Southern Motorway roadworks starts, airport link finished
The Government marks two major milestones across the Auckland roading network.
Grandmother gunned down at home: Community 'scared to answer the door'
Three young men have been jointly charged with the murder of Meliame Fisi'ihoi.
Five motorcycle gangsters arrested in North Shore after explosives found
Police found a revolver, ammunition and explosives at a house in Sunrise Ave.
Petition launched to save 'vital' Auckland disability facility
'It is a service New Zealand needs, but needs to be funded in a sustainable way.'
Polyfest back with strong diversity showing
Māori and Pasifika youth festival back after Covid and Christchurch terror disruptions.
'Pretty crazy': Wild weather strikes - waterspout in Napier
Showers, squally thunderstorms and hail expected to cover the North Island.
Blues, Chiefs women's teams named for historic clash
Blues and Chiefs women's sides named for historic Super Rugby clash at Eden Park on May 1.
'They better get a move on': Frustration over access to Covid vaccine
One woman's 91-year-old mother suffering with dementia is still waiting for a vaccine.
North Shore suspicious item: Evacuated residents allowed to return home
Police are at Sunrise Ave in Auckland this morning.
Roading rage: Frustration as key projects 'will not get over the line'
"Frustrations are at bursting point" as regions around NZ wait for critical upgrades.
'Under pressure', Starship to double ICU capacity by 2022
Plans for more beds, support spaces, and a medical day stay unit under way.
Money laundering probe: One of 10 accused pleads not guilty
Six of the 10 people charged are set to appear in court this week.
Unexplained death: Police still at Remuera house a week later
Pauline Hanna will be farewelled in Parnell on Thursday morning.
Covid-19: Security guard travelled on three different buses
Passengers who were on the buses are considered to be casual contacts.
Hunt for IT staff leads to innovative future for Māori and Pasifika students
Paid internships show students a career in tech is possible
$69m shortfall from The International apartment project
Inland Revenue, Auckland Council, Watercare, and real estate agents are owed millions.
'It's incredible' - Kiwi war hero's 109-page secret WWI handwritten manuscript found
Stan Hansen waited more than 80 years to read his father's "sacrosanct" hidden war memoir.
Mt Eden homicide investigation: 'Dave was an interesting person'
Police are now treating human remains found encased in concrete in Auckland as murder.
Penguin habitat on Waiheke Island could be destroyed for marina plans
Plans for Tony Mair's 186-berth marina development at Putiki Bay Kennedy Point under way.
MIQ returnee taken to hospital with Covid symptoms
The person from the Jet Park Quarantine Facility was taken to hospital around 11pm.
MIQ hotel Covid case: 'At least five Auckland homes in a form of lockdown'
More tests planned, Ministry of Health says.
Philip Polkinghorne: ‘Person of suspect’ in Pauline Hanna’s death
The former eye surgeon said 'the loss is insurmountable'.