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Auckland traffic: Delays into town after early crashes
Several crashes are causing delays on Auckland motorways this morning.
Traumatic rescue after boat flips on Manukau Bar
The rescuers spotted the men in their bright yellow life jackets waving at them.
Watch: Divers relive breathtaking run-in with orcas
One diver reckons one smiled at him, 'its teeth were literally the size of steak knives'.
Rain, strong winds and now ahead for parts of country
Following a front today and yesterday, another one is on its way.
Boatie who died crossing Manukau Bar named
Joe Tetou Williams, 56, died when the boat he was in flipped crossing the Manukau Bar
Top cop accuser: 'I'm happy knowing he is no longer in police'
She also wants change to how alleged victims are treated in blue on blue investigations.
Police investigate after a child was filmed in Auckland public toilet
Police say the offender is described as being Caucasian, tall and slim with a beard.
16yo dies in forklift incident at Ōtāhuhu freight business
A teenager is understood to be the victim of a workplace accident in Ōtāhuhu yesterday.
Man, 23, killed in Lime scooter crash named by police
Police released his name this morning after confirming he died over the weekend.
Traffic woes: Expect delays after multiple car crash on Upper Harbour Motorway
A multiple car crash is causing delays on SH18 Upper Harbour Motorway near Greenhithe.
'House of horrors' murder: Dimetrius didn't deserve to die, says mum
'It's been tough. She didn't deserve that, none of that,' says mother of murdered teen.
Streaming headaches: Spark sure it can win back fans
Telco is confident streaming service will perform well for the rest of the World Cup.
What's happened since All Blacks last lost at a World Cup?
A lot has changed in the world since the All Blacks last lost in a World Cup back in 2007.
Bob Geldof: 'If I was a kid now I'd be completely enraged'
Bob Geldof says today's political climate is "nuts beyond belief".
Measles case confirmed at Rangitoto College in Auckland
Year 9 students are required to take proof of immunisation tomorrow or stay home.
Serial assault case: accused man appears in court
An arrest followed allegations from multiple women on Saturday.
Torture trial: Duo guilty of teen's murder in 'house of horrors'
A teenage girl's body was found inside a rusty steel drum at an abandoned house.
Truck breakdown causing delays on Southern Motorway
Traffic is heavy around Papakura due to truck breakdown on Southern Motorway
Malnourished and depressed mental health patient dies after hospital discharge
Case shows health service providers need to work together: the Mental Health Commissioner.
'Not a court of morals': Jury out on body in the barrel torture case
Teen stripped naked, tied to a chair and burnt before being asked how she wanted to die.
Rogue landlord fined $25,000 for failing to lodge tenants' bonds
Landlord failed to lodge tenants' bonds on 32 separate occasions.
Fatal e-scooter crash: Witness believes front wheel locked up
The man was motionless, but breathing after falling on his back and hitting his head.
Auckland patient suffers brain damage after morphine overdose
Trevor Flood now unable able to perform simple tasks like using TV remote, mobile phone.
Watch: Hero rescues 'drunk driver' sleeping on motorway
A man moved the ute off the road while the driver slept at the wheel as cars sped past.
Spark shocker: Streaming service slammed, Winston Peters steps in
Politicians are fired up and customers have been offered refunds amid World Cup woes.
Campaign to fight hygiene poverty goes national
Toiletries drives are being held in Wellington, Christchurch and Auckland this week.
Matt Heath: Who doesn't love a monorail?
COMMENT: Mayoral hopeful wants to solve Auckland's transport woes.
SH1 reopens after serious crash near Warkworth
The crash happened just south of Warkworth in north Auckland.
Election photo blunder 'astonishing'
Two candidates have had the wrong photos put beside their names in the booklets.
80 minutes, 12 complaints: Man charged with indecent assault in central Auckland
A 35-year-old man was apprehended by police on Elliott St on Saturday.
Infertility heartache: 'It impacts every aspect of your life'
Fertility Week raises awareness of the struggles of infertility and how best to help.
Top cop retires after sex assault acquittal
Detective Inspector Kevin Burke had been suspended since April 2017.
Revealed: Where to get the cheapest movie tickets in Auckland
A worldwide survey found New Zealand had the 12th most expensive tickets.