John Tamihere's policies facing growing criticism
National Party stalwart Desley Simpson says John Tamihere is misleading voters.
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Trouble in paradise: Vicious assault on Waiheke Island
Father punched twice in the face while driving family to the beach for a picnic.
Paying too much? Retailers sell same product for $1500 more
PriceSpy says consumers should compare retailers before purchasing a product.
Rush-hour crash: Heavy traffic at Harbour Bridge
Motorists crossing the bridge southbound have been warned to expect delays.
Racist abuse: Young Māori waitress calls for apology
'They were almost egging him on ... They were just laughing so hard.'
Hijack insurance: What airlines are willing to pay
Fine print of airline's travel insurance for domestic flights reveals what they'd pay.
Young man dead, another person injured after Pukekohe incident
Police would not elaborate on accident but said there were no suspicious circumstances.
'Good luck with that' - reaction to Tamihere's rates freeze promise
A vow from John Tamihere to freeze rates hikes has been met with scepticism.
Taxi driver on trial accused of groping radio host
"Can you trust what she says? The defence says absolute not," accused's lawyer claims.
Goff and his critics line up against Tamihere's rates freeze
Mayor's critics concerned at mayoral hopeful's policy direction.
Big falls in Ports of Auckland dividends signalled
Ports of Auckland upcoming "slight" dip in dividends turns out to be major.
Kiwi vape retailer says illness reports 'deceiving and misleading'
US officials are working to determine any connection between vaping and the illnesses
Middle-aged adults prime target for scammers
New research shows middle-aged adults are just as likely to be scammed as the elderly.
Pedestrian hit by car in St Johns, Auckland
A pedestrian has been struck by a vehicle in St Johns, Auckland, this morning.
Fire crews called to large blaze in Karaka overnight
Fire crews were called to a large shed fire in Karaka, south of Auckland, early today.
Tamihere vows 3-year Auckland rate freeze; Goff says sums don't add up
John Tamihere will ask landlords to freeze rents during his first term.
Top Kiwi student's dream to make healthcare more affordable
"All I know is that I want to make a difference."
Dentists performing orthodontics serious problem, specialists say
A dentist can perform orthodontic work without training as a specialist orthodontist.
Record miss: 25 days of rain and only two more to come
August may miss out on breaking record by just one day.
Have the house and the holiday: North Shore do-up for sale with first class trip
Fancy a new house with a free holiday to Singapore flying first class?
America's Cup: Which Auckland suburbs will have the best views?
Find out which Auckland suburbs will see the America's Cup courses.
Family's sleepless nights after terrifying door-knock
"We always thought this was one of the safest areas."
Breast cancer survivor's mastectomy tattoo plans: 'It's a celebration of being alive'
Flowers, butterflies and birds could soon adorn cancer survivor's breast.
Two hurt after car drives off Southern Motorway and into house
The car crashed off the Southern Motorway, down a bank and into a house in Otara.
Man injured in shooting near K Rd, central Auckland
A person suffered serious injuries after the shooting at 1.45am.
Auckland in with a chance to break wet weather record
Five more days of rain, Auckland. Can you do it?
Catholic Church calls for Ihumātao solution
The Catholic Church is joining growing calls for Jacinda Ardern to visit Ihumātao.
'Serious assault' in Ōtāhuhu, police at scene
A witness said a person had been taken from the scene in an ambulance.
'Everyone's scared': Fears after latest Auckland shooting
A man was seriously injured after a shooting at a South Auckland bar overnight.
'Chronic abuse': Amateur football team in hot water again for abusing ref
Ranui Swanson FC had already been briefly kicked out of their 2019 season for abuse.
Investigation launched after high school brawl
The incident took place at a high school rugby match between two Auckland schools.
Motorway mayhem in Auckland as crash blocks lane
The incident took place near Greville Rd, motorists are being warned of delays.
Meet Harri, the boy born with the 'Superman heart'
Parents told to name and photograph baby son before his open heart surgery aged 29 hours.
Man seriously injured after shooting at bar in South Auckland
A person nearby said there were more than a hundred people in the area at the time.