Peters shifts campaign tactics, tones down attacks on Labour
NZ First leader Winston Peters has emphasised unity over division with Labour today.
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Get excited commuters, Harbour Bridge repairs set for tomorrow night
Work teams will attach a new permanent strut on Saturday night, weather permitting.
Child to be discharged from hospital after consuming potent fantasy drug
The child was rushed to hospital after ingesting an illicit substance.
National promises $2.8 billion for more classrooms, new schools
The spending will be on top of existing funding.
Comancheros trial: Crown makes its closing argument
Joke suggested woman knew money was 'dirty'.
'Hopefully, it was a local': $8.3m Lotto winning ticket sold in North Shore dairy
A Milford dairy with "loyal customers" sold lucky ticket but doesn't know who winner is.
Southern motorway crash: lanes blocked, long traffic queues
The morning rush is off to a slow start for commuters heading into town from the south.
Covid 19 pandemic turns top chefs into market stall operators
About 540 restaurants have closed and 9310 staff have lost their jobs because of Covid.
Lockdown reveals smoggy stamp of Auckland's trucks and buses
Auckland's first lockdown gave scientists a golden opportunity to study traffic pollution.
Use Ōhakea airbase for quarantine: Expert's plea to ditch hotels
Professor Nick Wilson is renewing his call for the Government to use Ōhakea Airbase.
Twelve new Covid cases - 10 from same Air India flight
It's possible we could see more cases linked to flight from India on September 26.
'My parents are looking for me': Father of missing teen's plea on son's birthday
Eloi Jean Rolland has been missing for almost seven months; today is his 19th birthday.
Fire breaks out at shops in Orewa
The blaze was spotted in the roof of a single storey building that contains several shops.
Second harbour crossing: Voters want road and rail tunnel
Among Aucklanders, 80 per cent want a combined road and rail tunnel.
Lotto Powerball: Stars align for lucky Aucklander winning $8.3 million
Tonight's win makes it the fifth time Powerball has been struck in September alone.
NZ First Foundation investigation: What happened behind those courtroom doors?
While there were rumours and rumblings, when charges were laid last week, nobody knew.
City Rail Link: Mining continues at Karangahape Station site
But people on the busy street won't hear the construction, thanks to a massive 'silencer'.
Skydiver injured on landing remains in critical condition
The incident took place near Parakai, at West Auckland Airport, on Saturday morning.
One new Covid-19 case in managed isolation
The positive case arrived in New Zealand from France via Singapore on September 25.
NZ's last Covid cluster 'tied up' - what now?
Experts say Auckland's on track, but a return to level 1 should have strings attached.
Auckland Harbour Bridge: Motorists warned - travel times more than double
The wind is no longer causing issues - but it's a bit of a slow grind to work.
Gym owner implicated in 'cover up' over paedophile cheerleading coach
Cheerleading union accused of knowingly hiring convicted paedophile to film kids.
Bridge closure: Motorway traffic more than an hour slower than usual
The bridge was closed due to strong winds but they will ease for the rest of the week.
Labour pulls 'misleading' advertising following ASA complaint
"Our claim that we've built over 600 houses in Northcote is inaccurate," the party said.
Former board member's 'high price' for GFC fraud
Paul Bublitz stole $1.17m and then sought almost the same amount for his legal costs.
Peter Harris' co-defendant continues SFO secrecy fight
The CBL saga continues after the insurance company collapsed with a market value of $747m.
Weather: Temperatures as low as -3 in last lash of Arctic blast
Icy winds will round out the month, with some in the South Island in for a freezing night.
All Auckland Harbour Bridge lanes could be open by next week
All going to plan, all eight lanes should be open by the end of next week, NZTA says.
Deportee who used bed sheets to escape quarantine hotel was on loose for 8hrs
The deportee escaped and was on the loose for eight hours.
Auckland bridge closure costs company thousands of dollars
The closure of the bridge is just another headache to deal with amid a year of chaos.
Two new Covid-19 cases in managed isolation
There were no new cases yesterday, however, someone escaped managed isolation.
Slain officer Matthew Hunt honoured on Police Remembrance Day
This year's Police Remembrance Day is 'particularly poignant' following Hunt's death.
Harbour Bridge re-opens after high winds; warning of further closure
Strong winds earlier forced authorities to close the harbour bridge.
'Hilariously stupid': Disabled parking spot and ramp - obstacle included
'Heart in right place. Car park in wrong place.'